🌊NFK Weekend Edition: Bike Bridge, Darkwave, Soccer, Painted Dogs, Top Gun, Carpetbaggers, & More.

Mayor Alexander capped "repetitive" public comments about the city's Flock surveillance cameras at this week's Council meeting, drawing pushback from residents pressing on privacy. Rip it.

Norfolk's new 7 p.m. daily curfew on Lafayette Park drew swift neighborhood backlash, with regular users — including a free multigenerational street soccer program — cleared off the courts by rangers and police hours after the rule was announced; the city points to pop-up "takeover" events and safety near the Virginia Zoo. Rip it.

Norfolk shelved a proposed ordinance regulating where drones can take off and land on city property just ahead of a Council vote, with officials saying they need more community input first. Rip it.

Candidates have until June 16 to file for Norfolk's city elections on November 3, where all five ward seats will be on the ballot. Rip it.

The Coast Guard outlined safety and security plans for Norfolk's converging Harborfest, Juneteenth, and Sail250 events, which are expected to draw hundreds of thousands to the waterfront next weekend. Rip it.

City Council is weighing downtown restrictions for the Sail250 and Juneteenth weekend, including banning bikes and scooters from primary festival areas south of Waterside Drive. Rip it.

The Elizabeth River Trail Foundation has proposed a new pedestrian bridge over the Norfolk Southern tracks to link West Ghent and Lambert's Point, closing a long-standing gap in the trail. Rip it.

Community leaders are growing a "microfarm" in Norfolk's Lambert's Point, turning neighborhood land into a source of fresh food. Rip it.

A federal judge approved a settlement barring Virginia election officials from rejecting student voter registrations solely for omitting dorm room numbers or other campus details, resolving an NAACP lawsuit that argued the practice disproportionately affected students at HBCUs including Norfolk State. Rip it.

Sen. Tim Kaine introduced legislation aimed at easing the teacher shortage and better equipping new educators entering the classroom. Rip it.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger named dozens of new appointees to the governing boards of Virginia's colleges and universities. Rip it.

The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore is serving free summer meals to children across the region while school is out. Rip it.

Researchers across Virginia are working to track down the state's gray foxes, a once-common species whose numbers have quietly declined. Rip it.

Norfolk released new photos of its Fitness and Wellness Center. Rip it.

The Virginia Zoo welcomed a pair of African painted dogs, one of the world's most endangered carnivores, to its lineup. Rip it.

The Virginia Zoo turns 125 this year, having grown from a park "with a few animals" into a full conservation institution. Rip it.

A former ODU basketball great, Hodge, is taking the reins of Granby High School's program. Rip it.

After upsetting Cox, Maury baseball is on to the state tournament with a title in its sights. Rip it.

Memphis swept a doubleheader from the Tides, with Redbirds pitching shutting down Norfolk's bats. Rip it.

Handwork at the Hermitage opens this weekend showcasing the relevance of handmade work, both historic and contemporary. Rip it.

A Downtown Norfolk Council public art initiative is adding more color and creativity to downtown streets. Rip it.

A Norfolk photographer is releasing a book documenting the spectrum of gender identity across Alaska and the Yukon territory. Rip it.

Ahead of Broadway's biggest night, Norfolk's Hurrah Players gave News 3 a crash course in theater basics. Rip it.

Keri Hilson, K Camp, and Jacquees will headline a summer concert series at Waterside District. Rip it.

A new display at Norfolk International Airport celebrates Virginia's 250th anniversary. Rip it.

Josh Groban will perform with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra on August 16. Rip it.

VA Arts Fest is hosting Top Gun: Maverick In Concert featuring the Virginia Symphony Orchestra this Saturday. Rip it.

All summer, the Naro Cinema is screening kids movies at daytime hours. Rip it.

Virginia MOCA is hosting “Art + Design Convening” a full day of featured conversations, concurrent breakout sessions, and opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and celebrate local creative work. Rip it.

Hot glass classes are the hottest thing to do this summer. Take one at the Chrysler Museum. Rip it.

The seasonal butterfly exhibit is back at Norfolk Botanical Garden. Rip it.

Currently on Display:
Imperial Colors: Chinese Glass at the Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Rafael Soldi: Soft Boy at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Wilderness Photography Foundation’s Traveling Exhibit, Nature’s Generosity at d’Art Center. Rip it.
Metal Transformed: A National Exhibit Featuring Fine Art Metalsmithing at d’Art Center. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
We The People, A Series of Collages by Jay Brown Jr. of Still Jaybird Photography on display at The Gallery at Elation. Rip it.

With MacArthur Center set to close June 27 for redevelopment, its remaining local businesses are scrambling for new homes — six of 22 local tenants have confirmed relocations so far. Rip it.

Downtown Norfolk businesses are gearing up for a historic weekend as Sail250, Juneteenth, and the 50th annual Harborfest converge on the waterfront. Rip it.

Virginia consumer and renewable-energy advocates are urging regulators to closely scrutinize NextEra's proposed $67 billion acquisition of Richmond-based Dominion Energy, which would create a utility serving about 10 million accounts across four states. Rip it.

Some housing market trends echo the run-up to the 2008 crash, but economists say today's conditions are different. Rip it.

Gas prices in Norfolk have fallen to $3.79 a gallon. Rip it.

The pandemic-era outdoor dining setups that filled downtown Norfolk sidewalks are disappearing as the city's temporary allowances wind down. Rip it.

Shake Shack held a ribbon cutting in Norfolk for its new location at 1400 Monticello Ave. Rip it.

Restaurants and bars across the region are gearing up for FIFA World Cup watch parties this summer. Rip it.

Lomo Pizzeria temporarily closed after thieves made off with its rooftop HVAC unit. Rip it.

The FBI's Norfolk Field Office announced the seizure of 13 fake "consulting" websites that suspected Chinese agents used to recruit U.S. security-clearance holders and pry loose classified information, a warning that resonates in a region thick with military and cleared workers. Rip it.

Regional Economic Stats. Labor Stats.

Margaritaville at Nauticus — a Jimmy Buffett-inspired party this Saturday. Rip it.

A roundup of Juneteenth events is set across Hampton Roads, anchored by Norfolk's Town Point Park celebration. Rip it.

CRIMEWAVE: A Post-Punk & Darkwave Party takes over the Annex this Saturday. Rip it.

Fri June 12
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Torch Yoga. 6:00 am. Rip it.
Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River at The Pagoda. 6:30 am. Rip it.
Play Hooky at Waterside District. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
RPG x Live from the Lobby at Norfolk International. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Ikea Game Night at IKEA. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Danielle Roby Performing Live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Baseball Game & Campout at Harbor Park. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Redneck Luau at The Banque. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Handwork at the Hermitage: Opening Celebration at Hermitage Museum and Gardens. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Tides vs Memphis Redbirds at Harbor Park. 6:35 pm. Rip it.
A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile at Perry Pavilion. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Family Twilight Trek - Firefly Night at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Last Fair Deal (Grateful Dead tribute) at The Annex. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Viewing Party at The Wave. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Verses & Vibez Open Mic at House of Consciousness. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Pitch Please: Musical Improv Comedy at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
World Cup USA v Paraguay at Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
Charlton Phaneuf/ The Charltones Performing Live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Brandon Kuptz Performing at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Saint James Performing Live at Baxter's. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Spotlight Drag Show at The Shed at MJ's Tavern. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
The Nascar Jones Show at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Friday Night Lights at Chicho’s Backstage. 10:00 pm. Rip it.

Sat Jun 13
Morning Group Bicycle Ride at East Coast Bicycles. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Ocean View Run Club Weekend Long Run at Apelu Island Cafe. 7:15 am. Rip it.
Flea Market at Calvary Temple Church. 8:00 am. Rip it.
ERT + NKR Group Paddles at Plum Point Park. 8:30 am. Rip it.
Kayak Volunteer Litter Cleanup at Ryan Resilience Lab. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Jr Garden Artists: Father's Day Plates & Mugs at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Swing Yoga - Donation Based at Ocean View Yoga. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Reading with the Tides at The Slover. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Second Saturdays & Sundays (Free) at Hermitage Museum and Gardens. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Coastal Crafts Workshop at Nauticus. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Jake Ryan Solo Performs Live At at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
The Doorway Singers Sing Songs Of The Harvest at The Slover. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Take the Stage: Persona and Social Media for Performers at Live Body Brave. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Beer Fest at Cogans Pizza North. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Pivot Dance: Multiverse Mayham: The Villain Takeover at Harrison Opera House. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
NACC Waggin' Wheels Mobile Pet Pantry at Park Place Multi-Services Center. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Wellness Market at Selden Market. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Hayward Family Day BBQ at Hayward Pest Control. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Virginia MOCA Art + Design Convening at Virginia MOCA. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
African American Music Month Celebration at Goode Performing Arts Center at VW. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Pride Ocean View Pier Party 2026 at Ocean View Fishing Pier. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Sewing Group Orientation at The Slover's Maker Studio. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Multiverse Mayham: The Villain Takeover at Harrison Opera House. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Sanctuary Taco Bar Grand Opening at Sanctuary Taco Bar. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Pride Night at The Virginia Zoo. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
The House that Watches Oddities Bazaar at Locals Marketplace. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Fins on the Fantail at Nauticus. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Skylark, Skip Hancock Performing Live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Pitch-a-Friend at COVA Brewing Co. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Tides vs Memphis Redbirds at Harbor Park. 6:35 pm. Rip it.
Lose Sight, Spike Pit, Against The World + more at Norfolk Taphouse. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Top Gun: In Concert with Virginia Symphony Orchestra at Chrysler Hall. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
The Unusual Suspects: An Improvised Murder Mystery at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Lindsey Webster Live In Concert at Attucks Theatre. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Chef Dro at Only You Lounge at Only You Lounge. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hutch Performing Live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Aaron Fulcher Performing Live At Grain at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Queer Prom at Wells Theatre. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hyper AlteX Performing Live at Baxter's. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
CRIMEWAVE: A Post-Punk & Darkwave Party at The Annex. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Second Saturday Stand-Up at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.

Sun Jun 14
Friends and Family Cruise at Port of Norfolk. 8:00 am. Rip it.
The Butterfly Festival at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Cars & Community, A Visit to Commonwealth Senior Living Norfolk at the Ballentine. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Slow and Steady Group Ride at Slow & Steady Bike Goods. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Brian Sewell Performing Live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Slow Living Market at Pagoda & Oriental Garden. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Bhav Brigade Yoga at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co. 11:30 am. Rip it.
Afrohemian Experience at Maker's Craft Brewery. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Lipgloss & Lashes Drag Brunch at 37th and Zen. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Tides vs Memphis Redbirds at Harbor Park. 1:05 pm. Rip it.
Circle of Care Honors at Hilton Norfolk The Main. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Derek Smith performs live at Afterglow Brewing. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Flag Day Ceremony at MacArthur Memorial. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Shot Glass Exchange at Red Frog Pub at Carnival Sunshine. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Juneteenth Kickoff: Founding Father Reception and Fireside Chat at Blackeyed Peas Restaurant. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
ERT - Silent Read Along Sundays at Stockley Gardens. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Dykes in Beautiful Places at Ocean View Beach Park. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Merci Football Club Pickup Soccer at Lafayette Park. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Larry And His Flask perform live at The Annex. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Jade Loving Performing Live at Grain. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen at The NorVA. 7:30 pm. Rip it.

The Bakehouse specials keep popping up exclusively at Elation Brewing. Rip it.

New here? Try the “Carpetbagger Steak” at 219 Bistro. Rip it.

I don’t know what double Gloucester cheese is but smoked tri-tip and cheese can’t be bad. Rip it.

Can’t get enough Codex? Now you can take some with you anywhere you go. Rip it.

Hundreds of peaches died to bring you the wickedly crushable new Cova Brewing drop. Rip it.

Cure is getting silly with the syrups, and you’re the winner. Check out this strawberry pink peppercorn syrup in your next latte. Rip it.

Feather & Sage pairs Eagle Rare 10 Year Bourbon with Four Eleven’s garden sage syrup and orange bitters for a fun take on an Old Fashioned. Rip it.

Glasslight’s Italian wine dinner is still taking RSVP’s for June 25th. Rip it.

Brekky burritos are breaking my brain at Perro + Kobro’s. Rip it.

Chocolate Ice Cream tacos are the perfect summer treat at Lolly’s. Rip it.