The Norfolk Tides 2024 game times have been set. The Tides announced this week that for the first time in Triple-A franchise history, they will play a March home game. The 2024 International League campaign is set to kick off on Friday, March 29th with the Tides hosting the Durham Bulls. The Tides will play 51…
Chrysler Museum’s Annual Halloween Harvest Festival Brings Art to Life [PICS]
by Stephanie Taylor One of my favorite events in Hampton Roads is the Chrysler Museum‘s Annual Halloween Harvest Festival. Each year, staff members choose one of their favorite art pieces in the museum and create their own costumes based on it. Visitors receive a scavenger hunt flyer upon arrival and set out to find the…
Here’s How to Get Your Four Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
As the holidays approach, keep you and your family protected from COVID-19. Every U.S. household can now place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home. Limit of one order per residential address One order includes #4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests Orders will ship free starting the week…
Watch The Powerful Budweiser 9/11 Tribute Commercial That Only Aired Once
September 11, 2023 marks 22 years since the 9/11 attacks. Like everyone, I remember where I was the moment I saw the first plane hit the Twin Towers. I remember the feeling of disbelief, followed by fear and anger. I also remember the feeling on 9/12 of the country coming together to mourn the lives…
Teachers Get Free Admission at the Virginia Aquarium on This Day in September
The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is celebrating teachers and daycare workers with free admission! The annual Teacher Open House will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 13th! Teachers plus one guest each will receive complimentary admission to the Aquarium, with full access to its exhibits, program demonstrations, animal encounters, and more. A valid ID is…
Wawa Offers Teachers Free Coffee in September
Free coffee for teachers! If you’re a teacher, chances are that you’re already best friends with coffee — and now Wawa wants to be your BFF, too. For the entire month of September, teachers and school administrators can come into any of Wawa’s 900 locations for a free cup of joe — any size they want —…
Portsmouth Family Credits Foster Dog For Saving Their Lives Following House Boat Fire
A heroic foster dog is being credited for saving his temporary family’s lives. Chris and Sheila, owners of Olde Towne Arts and Music, recently participated in the Portsmouth Humane Society’s Paws Around P-Town program. Through this program, volunteers have the opportunity to take adoptable dogs from the Portsmouth Humane Society on field trips. The family…
Get Free Admission to a National Park this Friday
Get free admission to a National Park this Friday (Aug. 4) to celebrate the anniversary of the Great Americans Outdoors Act. The GAOA was signed in 2020 and brought bipartisan investments to “improve visitor experiences, bolster climate resilience, and invest in the economy by creating good-paying jobs,” according to the Department of the Interior. The…
‘Tales for Tails’ Shelter Program Unites Readers and Furry Friends in Norfolk
Enjoy sharing a good book with a new friend? Are you a crossword connoisseur? Or maybe you just enjoy reading a good tale with a friend that has a tail? Norfolk Animal Care Center’s ‘Tales for Tails’ shelter program is open to readers of all ages from 2-6:30 pm every Tuesday & Wednesday year-round. No…
Local UPS Driver Receives Compassionate Action Award for Saving Dogs From Fire
A local UPS Driver is being honored for his heroic deed that saved the lives of three dogs last week in Norfolk. Christopher Schewenk rescued three dogs trapped inside a burning home last week after a lightning strike. The dogs’ guardians weren’t home, and when Schwenk realized that the animals were in danger, he kicked…