Good morning, Chesapeake.

Crews from Chesapeake and Suffolk saved a downed 25-year-old draft horse when Hero could not stand for several hours.

Firefighters responded at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday on Land of Promise Road and used a skid steer with a rescue sled to help him regain footing — ensuring his recovery.

A state report from No Kid Hungry Virginia shows nearly 32,000 more students ate breakfast at school compared with two years ago, helping drop chronic absenteeism to 14.8% as part of the ALL In Virginia plan—Chesapeake schools ranked among the top-performing divisions with Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Newport News.

Fa La La Land

5-8 p.m. — Judge Eileen Olds Courtyard Park — Free entry — Experience a magical outdoor wonderland with baby goats in holiday sweaters and live performances.

Holiday Whobilation Brunch

11 AM to 3:30 PM — Chesapeake Conference Center — Adults $35, Kids $15, Under 3 Free — Step into Whoville for mischief, magic & memories!

Holiday Brass Performance

6 PM — Chesapeake Conference Center — Check for pricing — Celebrate the holiday season with a blend of classical and contemporary brass music performed by talented musicians.

Winter Solstice Yoga Celebration

6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Holistic Treehouse — Reservation required — Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a grounding yoga session and sound bath to welcome the return of light.

New Year's Eve Paint and Sip

7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Wine included — Unleash creativity at Chesapeake’s top-rated paint and sip studio with a chance to make a scented candle.