City Council voted this week to continue an ordinance that would amend its agreement with a Broadway series promoter, and move productions to the Harrison Opera House for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 Broadway seasons. Rip it.
City leaders broke ground on the $230 million Maury High School project last weekend. Rip it.
Keep an eye out for “30% designs” for the Phase 1B, 1C, and 1D of the floodwall project, which are expected in early 2026 and would trigger “public design workshops”. Rip it.
A federal judge could decide in the next few weeks if a lawsuit challenging Norfolk Police’s use of Flock Safety license plate readers will go to trial or not. Rip it.
On the first day of the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session, the House of Delegates advanced four constitutional amendments, including one to let state lawmakers redraw Virginia’s congressional map. Rip it.
As the General Assembly session kicked off this week, Senate Democrats unveiled an ambitious agenda focused on addressing affordability in the state. Rip it.
Local experts say that housing costs will continue to grow without “more units on fewer acres.” Rip it.
After more than 600 days, Virginia lawmakers adjourned the 2024 special session that had remained open for disputed reasons. Rip it.
The Commonwealth has launched website to add transparency to the wetland credits some developers are required to pay. Rip it.
Temporary Amtrak rail construction is forcing a year-long replacement of some train routes with bus service. Rip it.
City Attorney Bernard Pishko, the longest tenured municipal attorney in Hampton Roads, announced he will retire at the end of February. as
The final piece of Mary the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) was extracted from the new HRBT tunnel, marking a major milestone in the expansion project. Rip it.
The Norfolk State University Spartan Legion marching band will perform at the inauguration of Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger this Saturday in Richmond. Rip it.
The Hermitage Museum has announced it’s 10th Annual Immersive Series: “What Remains” with Rouge VA, opening March 19th. Rip it.
Barry Manilow has added the Chartway Arena to his “The Last Concerts” tour with a scheduled date of March 2, 2026. Rip it.
Looking to find a new creative outlet in 2026? Well the 757 Makerspace has a ton of classes and workshops kicking off soon. Rip it.
YELLOW Bright Sparks is back at Assembly with a discussion on “The Art + Act of Being Well.” Rip it.
The Barry Art Museum’s 2026 public arts festival will feature Helios, Luke Jerram's latest inflatable astronomical sculpture. Rip it.
The Chrysler Museum of Art invites partygoers and creatives on a fantastic journey through Wonderland during IgNITE: Mad Hatter. Rip it.
Desperate Measures, a new musical, is coming to Generic Theater all month long. Rip it.
Starting January 28th, the Va Stage Company performs “Wait Until Dark” at the historic Well’s Theater. Rip it.
Dr. Zerhouni, former Director of the NIH and a major force behind the EVMS/ODU merger, will speak at Chrysler Hall on January 27th. Rip it.
Currently on Display:
Tapio Wirkkala: Still at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Susan Watkins and Women Artists of the Progressive Era at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Nam June Paik: Electric Television at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Merged: A National Juried Exhibition of Collage & Assemblage at d’Art Center. Rip it.
ImPRESSion: A National Juried Exhibit of Printmaking at d’Art Center. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
Mixed Media Abstractions by Anita Bradley at The Gallery At Elation. Rip it.
Neil Dion’s Weird Trails at Zeke’s. Rip it.
Lululand, a large-scale indoor amusement facility, is looking to takeover the former K-Mart space at 6101 N. Military Hwy. Rip it.
Analysts expect that Dominion Energy will get an injunction verdict similar to one granted in Rhode Island in it’s lawsuit against unusual federal actions. Rip it.
Virginia’s employers say the lack of affordable, high-quality child care is hurting businesses. Rip it.
On Saturday, Breeze Airways launched its first-ever international route, a nonstop service connecting Norfolk to Cancun, Mexico. Rip it.
As 2026 kicks off, there are several major projects will be underway at Norfolk International Airport. Rip it.
Starting Jan. 1, 2027, taxpayers will be able to claim a dollar-for-dollar, nonrefundable federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for contributions to Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs). Rip it.
Apprenticeship programs are growing in Virginia, but some say not fast enough to meet demand. Rip it.
Divaris Real Estate has arranged a 24,476-square-foot office lease renewal in downtown Norfolk for Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer PC (WEC). Rip it.
Unemployment claims in Virginia increased last week, showing the job market is still feeling some pressure with the highest numbers in manufacturing, tech, and construction. Rip it.
The Hampton Roads Association of Commercial Real Estate is tracking two bills during this General Assembly session. Rip it.
Suffolk-based TowneBank announced Monday that it has completed its $476 million acquisition of North Carolina-based Dogwood State Bank. Rip it.
The RnB Block Party returns to MEAC’s Basketball Tournament Weekend on March 14.
The Princess Bride in Concert: showing the film with a live orchestra comes to Chrysler Hall on February 13th. Rip it.
The Commonwealth Comedy crew is taking over the Annex with Lemon Pepper & Sazon, and The Beavers. Rip it.
The Drop returns to Waterside District on 2/27 with Twinsick. Rip it.
Fri Jan 16
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 6:00 am. Rip it.
Family Bingo Night at Berkley Community Center. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Friday MixxedFit Class at Granby YMCA. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Opening reception: "What is Time" by Glennis Lofland at Offsite Gallery, MacArthur Center. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Nate Sacks performs live at Elation Brewing. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Skylark, Skip Hancock performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Pushing Dragons at Mars Con at Holiday Inn Virginia Beach - Norfolk. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Knights of Columbus 367 Free Throw Challenge at St. Pius X School Norfolk VA. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at The Granby Theater. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Wheeling Nailers - Education & STEM at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
The Acting Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream at Attucks Theatre. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Gershwin's An American in Paris & Copland's Rodeo at Chrysler Hall. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Get Scissored: Ru Paul’s Drag Race Watch Party at the Wave. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
NFTW Presents: The Damage, Bato, Reckoning Force, Toxicheads at Norfolk Taphouse. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
R&B Only Live at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
The Jam: The Silver Foxes at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Mx Wave of the Month Amateur Drag Competition at the Wave. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Brian Grilli performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Solertech performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Khalil G performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Teacher's Pet - Improv Comedy Show at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
The Getdown performs live at Chicho's Backstage. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sat Jan 17
Morning Group Bicycle Ride at East Coast Bicycles. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Ocean View Run Club Weekend Long Run. 7:15 am. Rip it.
Weyanoke Monthly Nature Walk at Weyanoke Bird and Wildflower Sanctuary. 8:00 am. Rip it.
757 Crafts & Drafts at Always Latte Cafe/LaVie Cafe. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Intro Cake Decorating Class at Wine & Cake Hobbies, Inc. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Robbie Meade performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Embroidery Club January at Fabric Hut. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Third Saturday of the Month Glizzy Party with Pendulum Meats at Benchtop Brewing. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Glizzy Day at Benchtop Brewing. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Beginner Wheel Throwing for Youths at d'Art Center. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Annual Winter Plant Swap and Vendor Event at Makers Craft Brewery. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Sip and Graze Charcuterie Class at Waters Edge Winery. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Taste the Rhythm: Trinidad & Tobago at Robin Hixon Center. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Virginia Beach Winter Kickball Draft Party at The Casual Pint (Virginia Beach). 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Wookiee Winter Wonderland Market at Locals Marketplace. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Better By Tuesday performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Bayway, Shattered Realm, Death Before Dishonor and more at The Taphouse Grill. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Jade Loving performs live at Just Birdies Sports Bar & Simulators. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Cabaret Dinner Theater Opening Night Edition! at 37th and Zen. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Karaoke Night at Benchtop Brewing. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Wheeling Nailers - Union & Trades Night at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
Joel Frahm at Attucks Theatre. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Pushing Dragons: An Improvised Dungeons and Dragons Adventure at Push Comedy Theater. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Attucks Jazz Club: Joel Frahm, saxophone at Attucks Theatre. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Saved By The 90s at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Saturgay Dance Party at the Wave. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Saved By The 90s at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hutch performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Gabrham Lincolnn performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
88.Rave by ¡BAILA! & Off The Record at The Annex. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Saint James performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ SoundStar performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Hey Ma! at Chicho's Backstage. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
2K Gaming Tournament at Baxter's on Granby Street. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sun Jan 18
BASE Running: Sun Up Sunday at OV Beach Park. 6:45 am. Rip it.
Birding with a Ranger at Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Slow and Steady Sunday Group Ride at Slow & Steady Bike Goods. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Improv 501 at Push Comedy Theater. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Grant Austin Taylor performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
DJ GPP performs live at Baxters. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Sunday Game Day Watch Party at Waterside District. 1:00 pm.. Rip it.
Lipgloss & Lashes Drag Brunch at 37th and Zen. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Generic Theater. 2:30 pm.. Rip it.
Blind folded dinner event at Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Traditional Irish Session at Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Restorative Yoga & Hot Stone NFK at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co.. 5:30 pm. Rip it.
Matt Holloman performs live at Grain. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Spikepit, Sheepsfoot, Thought Control, and Hitman perform live at The Norfolk Taphouse. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
The Nascar Jones Show - Live Talk Show Comedy Extravaganza at Push Comedy Theater. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
ELEVATE at The Slover. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week returns with 23 restaurants on January 26th. Rip it.
43 Hours of Dark returns to the Birch soon with all the best dark beers. Rip it.
Peanut butter and breakfast have never been better pairs. Rip it.
More than just bagels, Yorgo’s has salads too. Rip it.
King cake eating competitions are the right way to do Mardi Gras. Rip it.
Todd Jurich’s Bistro is slinging some special seafood for Fridays. Rip it.
You didn’t know you needed a chopped grinder from Toast, but now you do. Rip it.
Stack a grilled cheese with pastrami, onion rings, horseradish, scallions, & havarti and you’ll get a sure fire favorite. Rip it.
Syd’s gumbo week is happening this week. So getcha sum gumbo. Rip it.
I’ve never seen so much shecrab soup in my life. Rip it.
New menu at Mea Culpa. Rip it.
