The Zoo will be adapting new operating procedures Saturday, August 1. “We can ensure you the safety of our staff, animals and guests are our number one priority,” said Greg Bockheim, Executive Director of the Virginia Zoo. “As we learn more about the virus, watch local trends and deal with the circumstances Mother Nature gives…
ODU Reschedules First Day of Fall Classes
Old Dominion University will reschedule the first day of fall classes to Saturday, August 29, in light of current COVID-19 trends in Hampton Roads and Governor Northam’s recently adopted restrictions in Executive Order 68. Old Dominion University President John R. Broderick said: “Although we had hoped to begin the semester early on August 15, several…
Hot Weather Advisory: Dogs in Danger From Excessive Heat
Hot weather can be deadly for dogs, who don’t sweat and can only cool off by panting. It only takes a few minutes of sun exposure for a dog to suffer and even die from heatstroke. Several dogs have already died from heat-related causes this year, and the weather shows no sign of cooling off.…
Virginia Aquarium Welcomes ‘Exceedingly Rare’ Newborn Spotted Eagle Ray
The Virginia Aquarium welcomed a newborn spotted eagle ray Monday, July 28th. This makes the Virginia Aquarium one of only 10 AZA-accredited facilities worldwide with successful spotted eagle ray births! Aquarium officials say the mother’s name is Sadana and the sex of the pup and a naming contest will be announced in the coming weeks. …
2020 North Carolina State Fair canceled due to pandemic
This year’s North Carolina State Fair has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced Wednesday morning. The State Fair, which was scheduled to run from Oct. 15-25, is one of the most highly-anticipated events in the state every year – but COVID-19 ended up shutting it down. North…
Northam announces new coronavirus restrictions in Hampton Roads
Gov. Northam says he’s issuing an executive order that is effective at 12 a.m. Friday that will impose tighter restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Hampton Roads, which includes: No alcohol sold after 10 p.m. Restaurants close at midnight 50 percent capacity limit at restaurants, food courts, breweries, wineries, etc. Parties limited to…
Pharrell Williams Earns First Emmy Nomination. Five More Hampton Roads Natives Nominated
Nominations for the 72nd Emmy Awards were announced Tuesday, July 28th and names on the list included 6 Hampton Roads natives. Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, actor/comedian Patton Oswalt, actor Mark Ruffalo, comedian Wanda Sykes and dancer/choreographer Travis Wall are all nominated. Williams and Hugo are nominated for Outstanding Original Music And Lyrics for the…
Pharrell Williams donates 2,000 face masks to Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office
Hampton Roads native Pharrell Williams recently donated 8,000 face masks to Sentara Healthcare. The company announced the news on Friday, July 24th. A huge THANK YOU to our hometown star @Pharrell and @adidas for their generous donation of 8,000 face masks to support the safety of our healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients. #Sentaraheroes #healthcareheroes…
Target announces they will close stores on Thanksgiving
Target is following in the footsteps of Walmart announcing the store will be closed on Thanksgiving day to allow employees to “celebrate the holidays safely.” “The investments we’ve made in our business and our incredible team have enabled us to move with flexibility and speed to meet guests’ changing needs during this global pandemic,” Target CEO Brian…
Virginia High School League delays sports, activities until December.
The Virginia High School League voted Monday morning to delay all sport seasons due to the coronavirus pandemic, and start the 2020 sports calendar in December with winter sports. It was option 3 of 3 for the VHSL, which will also move fall sports to the spring. Here’s the proposed plan: Season 1 (Winter) December 14…