Newport News Commissary Kitchen Approved

A long-vacant building in Newport News is set to become a game-changer for local food entrepreneurs, with city council approval for a new hourly-use commissary kitchen. Just minutes from home, this flexible space lets food trucks, caterers, and small businesses pay only for the time they need — slashing startup costs and boosting local culinary innovation. While neighbors raised noise concerns, the council imposed 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. hours as a compromise. Owner Sharon Owens-Clark is committed to being a good neighbor, promising all work will stay inside and even installing a fence for privacy. With a soft opening in four months, she’s optimistic the community will embrace the kitchen — and maybe even help extend those hours down the road. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9cb892913ef6a185