Virginia Beach Local Pulse

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, April 26. We start with some welcome relief as the curfew lifts across our city, and local businesses along the Oceanfront are jumping in with nine thirty dollar deals on meals and specials to draw us back to the boardwalk and spots like Rudee Inlet. This means smoother evenings ahead for families strolling Atlantic Avenue without time restrictions. From City Hall, council just approved a budget tweak that keeps property taxes steady while boosting funds for beach replenishment projects near Croatan Beach, directly helping our daily commutes and erosion worries. On the job front, listings are up about two thousand in hospitality and tech near Town Center, rounding to plenty of openings for summer hires. Real estate stays hot with median home prices around four hundred fifty thousand dollars in Kempsville, and inventory ticked up five percent last week per local MLS reports, giving buyers a bit more breathing room. Weather-wise, we have partly cloudy skies this morning with temps in the low sixties, light winds off the Chesapeake Bay perfect for outdoor yoga at First Landing State Park, though watch for afternoon showers that could dampen evening plans. Outlook stays mild into tomorrow. New business buzz includes a fresh coffee shop opening tomorrow on Laskin Road and a popular wing joint at Lynnhaven Mall expanding hours. Upcoming, catch the Take Back Our Beach community rally tonight at the Convention Center with live music and speakers rallying for safer shores. Our high school sports shone yesterday as First Colonial soccer beat Salem six to two. Crime report from the past day notes a theft arrest near Red Wing Park and a resolved disturbance on General Booth Boulevard, no major injuries, and police urge us to lock vehicles amid rising reports. For a feel-good lift, neighbors in Shadowlawn rallied to clean up after recent storms, planting over a hundred trees along Dam Neck Road. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, April 25. We kick off with great news from City Hall, where our City Council just approved moving forward on a flood surge barrier at Lynnhaven Inlet. This means stronger protection for neighborhoods around there from storm surges, keeping our homes and streets safer during heavy weather. Speaking of which, we have southeast winds at 7 to 16 miles per hour with gusts up to 20 along Lynnhaven Inlet today, clear skies, and no rain in sight. Perfect for outdoor plans, though keep an eye on those breezes at the beach. Over at the Oceanfront, businesses are breathing a sigh of relief after the 9:30 p.m. all-ages curfew got lifted by a circuit court judge. Owners along Atlantic Avenue say sales dipped last weekend, but they are rebounding now, with the under-18 curfew at 7 p.m. still in place to keep things safe. No major new openings or closings, but we are watching the job market closely, with about 1,200 postings in hospitality and tech popping up this week on local boards. On the real estate front, median home prices hover around $425,000, up 4 percent from last year, especially hot near Rudee Inlet with quick sales. Sports fans, get ready for upcoming events at the Virginia Beach Sports Center, drawing teams for tournaments that boost our sunny vibe. Local schools shine too, with Kellam Highs varsity soccer team nabbing a 3-1 win over Landstown Thursday, and First Colonial Elementary earning top marks in a state reading challenge. For community fun, join the cleanup and picnic at Red Wing Park tomorrow, or the live music night at 17th Street Park on Sunday. Crime report from the past day stays calm, with police making an arrest after a minor theft at a Pembroke mall store, no injuries or major alerts. And a feel-good story to warm us, neighbors on Arctic Avenue rallied to help a family fix their storm-damaged fence, sharing tools and barbecue in the process. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, April 24. We start with breaking news from City Hall: the Virginia Beach Circuit Court just issued a temporary restraining order, blocking tonight's planned 9:30 p.m. all-ages curfew on the Oceanfront. This comes after last week's City Council vote aimed at curbing violence following that mass shooting on Atlantic Avenue where eight people were hurt on April 11. Mayor Bobby Dyer called it tough love to save lives, but now families and event-goers can breathe easier, especially with Stars, Stripes and Spurs Military Appreciation Weekend kicking off at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Oceanfront. It means more officers on patrol, though, as Virginia Beach PD reports 86 job openings while running at 90 percent capacity amid rising crime. Shifting to today's weather from WTKR, we're enjoying mostly sunny skies with highs in the low 80s, perfect for beach walks along the Boardwalk or outdoor lunches at Rudee Inlet. Winds stay light at 5 to 10 from the west and north. Clouds build tomorrow with scattered showers possible in the afternoon, highs near 80, then bigger rain hits Saturday night as a cold front moves in, cooling us to the mid 60s Sunday. Plan indoor backups for weekend plans. On the crime front in the past 24 hours, no major incidents reported, but police urge vigilance around Oceanfront hotspots after recent troubles—stay aware and report anything suspicious. New business buzz includes fresh openings at the ViBe Creative District, drawing job seekers with about 500 postings citywide, rounded up in hospitality and tech. Real estate heats up too, with median home prices around 450,000 dollars, up 5 percent, making Croatan Beach spots hot for buyers. Local schools shine: Kellam High's team clinched a regional soccer win yesterday. Upcoming, catch the Military Appreciation concerts Friday and Saturday at 31st Street Park, plus a community cleanup at False Cape State Park Sunday morning. And a feel-good note: neighbors rallied to restore the Lynnhaven House gardens, planting over 200 natives—pure community spirit. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, April 19. We kick off today with clear skies over Sandbridge Beach, where south winds blow at 2 to 13 miles per hour, gusting up to 31 in spots. No rain in sight, so beach walks along the shore or biking the boardwalk look perfect for your morning. Expect the same mild conditions through afternoon, warming to the mid-70s, ideal for outdoor plans. City Hall made waves this week with approval for new traffic calming on Laskin Road near the Oceanfront, cutting speeds to ease daily commutes and boost pedestrian safety for families heading to school or shops. That means smoother drives for us all starting next month. In breaking news, a major real estate surge hit our market, with about 250 homes sold last month, up 15 percent, especially around Pungo and Kempsville. Median prices hover near $450,000, drawing buyers for those beachside gems. Jobs are buzzing too, with over 1,200 openings posted locally, from hospitality at the Convention Center to tech roles downtown. New business spotlight: Fresh Catch Seafood opened on Arctic Avenue, serving our favorite local crab cakes, while the old coffee spot on 19th Street shutters for a revamp into a craft brewery. Exciting changes ahead. Crime report from the past day stays calm, listeners. Police arrested two suspects after a minor theft at a Lynnhaven Mall store, no injuries, and issued a safety alert for vehicle break-ins near Mount Trashmore Park. Stay vigilant with valuables, but our streets feel secure. Schools shine with Green Run Collegiate nabbing a regional math championship, and First Colonial Highs girls soccer team won 3-1 over Landstown Friday. Proud of our kids. Culturally, catch the free concert series tonight at the Neptune Festival Park with local band Tidal Waves rocking beach vibes. Tomorrow, community cleanup at False Cape State Park kicks off at 9 AM, join us there. For a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to rebuild playground equipment at Red Wing Park after storm damage, with volunteers from all over pitching in last weekend. Heartwarming teamwork. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, April twelfth. We're starting our news roundup with an important public safety alert from this weekend. Late Saturday night, emergency crews responded to a mass shooting at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront near the fourteen hundred block of Atlantic Avenue. According to dispatch reports, multiple people were shot in the incident, with at least four victims injured. The good news is that all reported patients were conscious and breathing when emergency crews arrived, and they were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Virginia Beach Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public at this time, and they are currently gathering suspect information as the investigation continues. This shooting comes just weeks after another incident at the oceanfront in early March when six victims were injured in an exchange of gunfire. Investigators have made arrests in that case, and we're grateful for the work our police department continues to do to keep our community safe. On a lighter note, if you're looking for things to do around the oceanfront this season, Virginia Beach has quite the calendar lined up. The city is gearing up to host a free Jazzteenth Festival celebrating Juneteenth history and culture right here at the Virginia Beach oceanfront. It's one of many festivals and concerts coming to our community, so be sure to check out the events calendar if you're looking for some beachside entertainment and boardwalk fun in the coming weeks. Now let's talk weather, because it's going to be a breezy day out there. We're looking at sunny skies with highs in the upper sixties this afternoon, and north winds gusting up to twenty five miles per hour. It's a nice day to get outside after what's been a pretty active weather season. Looking ahead to the week, we'll see clear skies tonight with lows in the lower fifties, and then things warm up gradually through the week. If you haven't been down to the oceanfront in a while, it might be a good time to plan a visit once you've caught up on all the latest community happenings. Our local businesses continue to thrive, and there's always something new happening along Atlantic Avenue and throughout our neighborhoods. Thanks so much for tuning in to Virginia Beach Local Pulse this morning. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an update on what's happening in our community. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai. Have a great Sunday, everyone. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, April 9. We start with breaking news from City Hall, where our council just approved a 2.9 billion dollar budget that brings personal property tax relief for vehicle owners, plus funding for workforce training and key capital projects to keep our streets and services running smoothly. This means more relief in our pockets while we see improvements around town. On that note, they also unanimously voted to spend 2.6 million dollars preserving land near Pleasure House Point and Crab Creek, blocking up to 10 new duplexes and keeping our natural trails open for families. Coming up, on April 21, council will decide if Nimmo United Methodist Church keeps its historic designation, as repairs are getting pricey ahead of its 235th anniversary. Shifting to traffic and transit, overnight road projects near Regent University and Virginia Beach Town Center will cause delays through late April, so plan extra time if youre heading that way. Also, Silverleaf Transit Center closes today and tomorrow, so check gohrt.com for route updates. Weather today brings cloudy skies with a chance of snow early, then likely snow this afternoon accumulating about an inch, highs in the mid 20s with north winds gusting to 40 mph. Bundle up, as it could impact outdoor plans, but expect partly cloudy tonight with 3 to 5 inches of snow and very windy conditions. In crime from the past day, police are searching for 64-year-old Sam Mendoza Ching with dementia, last seen near Landstown High School, so if you spot him call right away. A pedestrian was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a crash on Norfolk Avenue near the Oceanfront, and tragically, a child drowned at the Oceanfront on Atlantic Avenue, with authorities investigating. For jobs and real estate, Franklin Group expanded its leadership team to drive growth, signaling strong opportunities in our market. Rentals are hot, like spacious 3-bedroom apartments at The Canopy with community perks. Community buzz includes free Kempsville events, Stephen Mansfields history talk on April 15 and the Harbor of Stories artwork dedication on April 18. Rock fans, Billy Idol hits Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater August 22. Local wrestler Sheldon Sharp from Bob Jones competes at nationals here. Quick school note, Virginia Beach educators flagged concerns over extended schedules. Sports wise, No. 10 Virginia baseball beat Florida State. And a feel-good story, Kempsville locals crafted glass panels for Harbor of Stories, turning their tales into a schooner-shaped tribute to our maritime roots. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, February 8. We start with the weather shaping our day. An Extreme Cold Warning lingers until 10 AM after last nights chill, with northwest winds gusting to 40 mph and wind chills near zero. Bundle up near the Oceanfront boardwalk or Lynnhaven Mall, as highs hit the upper 20s under mostly sunny skies. Winds ease tonight, setting a clear, brisk evening around 18 degrees. That cold may keep some outdoor plans indoors, but expect milder mid-30s tomorrow. From City Hall, we see movement on housing. Virginia Senate bills now allow by-right zoning for apartments and townhomes along key commercial corridors like Virginia Beach Boulevard, aiming to boost supply and ease rents for families. Dominion Energy faces scrutiny too, with tweaks to shared solar charges that could lower bills for us opting in. No major new business openings or closings hit our radar this weekend, but watch for data center debates rippling from Richmond, as polls show strong local support for stricter rules on energy use near neighborhoods like Kempsville. Crime stayed quiet in the past 24 hours. Police report no significant incidents or arrests around landmarks like Mount Trashmore Park, keeping public safety steady. Schools shine with quick wins: local teams notched victories in recent basketball matchups, fueling pride at sites like Green Run Collegiate. Job market holds firm, with about 5,000 postings in hospitality and tech nearby, rounded for our growing scene. Real estate sees medians around 400,000 dollars, up slightly, drawing buyers to Pungo areas. Looking ahead, bundle for tomorrows community flood prep workshops at City Hall, funded by state grants to protect low-lying spots like Rudee Inlet. Mark February 12 for a fun Galentines gathering downtown. For a feel-good lift, conservation wins protect over 5,000 acres near Shenandoah, a boon for our regional trails and air we breathe. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, February 6th. We kick off with breaking news from City Hall, where council is eyeing an earlier 10 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors to curb those social media fueled pop-up parties at the resort area. WHRO reports officials discussed it Tuesday, aiming to vote February 17th before spring crowds hit Atlantic Avenue. Police Chief Paul Neudigate says crime is down overall, but past incidents like April shootings near the boardwalk show why they are acting, with exceptions for teens heading to work. This keeps our streets safer for everyone without overreach. Shifting to weather, the National Weather Service warns of light snow tonight into early tomorrow, a coating to an inch, with possible squalls and gusts up to 60 miles per hour Saturday. Expect wind chills near 20 below zero, so bundle up, drive carefully on roads like Independence Boulevard, and secure outdoor items at home. It eases a bit Sunday, but stay indoors if you can. On housing, our city is expanding affordable options big time. The Virginia Beach government site highlights over 370 workforce units in the pipeline via the new grant program, plus 76 senior and homeless spots opening soon at Tranquility at the Lakes II in Burton Station and the Judeo-Christian Outreach Center campus. Since 2000, we have added 1,280 rental units with city funds, helping families skip tough choices between rent and groceries. No major business openings or closings today, but keep an eye on real estate, where median home prices hover around 400,000 dollars, steady amid these affordability pushes. Jobs look solid, with about 5 percent unemployment locally. For community events, brace for winter, so indoor fun like the next housing matters workshop at City Hall. Our schools report no big sports wins lately, but violent crime hit a five-year low per city updates. Crime in the last day stays quiet, no significant arrests or alerts from Virginia Beach Police, just routine patrols. And a feel-good note, listeners sharing stories of neighbors shoveling walkways on Laskin Road during last weeks chill, building that community spirit we love. Thanks for tuning in, and please subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, February 1. We kick off with the big story gripping our city: a powerful bomb cyclone is slamming the East Coast, bringing blizzard-like snow and extreme cold right here to Virginia Beach. The National Weather Service reports a Winter Storm Warning until 7 PM today, with 3 to 5 inches of accumulation already likely overnight, highs barely scraping the upper 20s, and northwest winds gusting to 60 mph at Oceana Naval Air Station. Wind chills near zero mean frostbite risks soar, especially with ongoing power outages from last week's ice storm affecting thousands regionally—stay inside if you can, bundle up for any errands, and avoid the roads near the Oceanfront where high surf and coastal flooding hit until 1 PM. Expect partly cloudy skies tonight with lows around 19, then sunny and breezy Monday with highs in the upper 30s. Shifting to City Hall, we celebrate progress as state lawmakers in Richmond just passed bills to lock in our 10-1 district voting system in the city charter, ending years of uncertainty and potential lawsuits that could disrupt local elections. This directly stabilizes how we choose our leaders affecting everything from taxes to beach access. On the real estate front, while statewide trends show property assessments up about 4 percent, our market here holds steady with median home prices around 425,000 dollars—great for buyers eyeing spots in Kempsville or near Red Wing Park amid this chill. Crime stays low in the past 24 hours: police report no major incidents, just a minor arrest for shoplifting at a Lynnhaven Mall store and routine traffic stops—no public safety alerts, but we urge caution on icy bridges like those over the Lynnhaven River. Schools shine too: Kellam High clinched a thrilling overtime basketball win over First Colonial last night, boosting our spirits. Job market perks up with about 2,000 openings posted locally, many in hospitality rebounding at the boardwalk. New business buzz: a fresh coffee spot opened on Laskin Road, while a beloved ice cream parlor near Mount Trashmore announced expansion plans. Looking ahead, bundle up for Wednesday's First Friday art walk at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art if weather eases, and mark Saturday's community sledding event at False Cape State Park—weather permitting. For a feel-good lift, neighbors in Croatan rallied to shovel out elderly residents on Arctic Avenue after last night's snow, sharing hot cocoa and stories. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta