In a list of U.S. cities, Norfolk ranked 2201st out of 2543 for money management, with a median credit score of 673. Rip it.
Crews are ready and waiting ahead of this weekends potential snow storm. Rip it.
Officials are looking for alternatives to salting roads for snowstorms as it is a growing source of pollution. Rip it.
A CNU study says that Flock cameras int he region surveil Black communities more intensely than white ones. Rip it.
The City of Norfolk was awarded its third consecutive Gold Certification from the Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities program. Rip it.
Carnival Cruises is now offering a 15-day transatlantic cruise out of Norfolk starting next year, even giving passengers the opportunity to witness a solar eclipse at sea. Rip it.
Shortly after being sworn in as Governor, Abigail Spanberger signed a suite of executive orders targeting affordability, education, and federal cooperation. Rip it.
April 21st will likely be the date for Virginians to vote on proposed congressional redistricting. Rip it.
Democratic lawmakers are pressing for Virginia to rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. Rip it.
Some lawmakers are hopeful for meaningful housing reform this year with new leadership and fresh momentum. Rip it.
LISC Virginia launched EMERGE, the Emerging Mission-Engaged Real Estate Developer Growth Exchange, this week with the hopes of addressing affordable housing. Rip it.
On his first day in office, Attorney General Jay Jones announced an expansive slate of legal actions and policy reviews aimed at protecting voting rights, affordability, health care, and education. Rip it.
Parents flooded the Va. General Assembly this week to advocate for more early childhood care options and access. Rip it.
The Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) released anew roadway congestion survey seeking feedback from Hampton Roads travelers. Rip it.
Hundreds marched in Norfolk this past Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Rip it.
Norfolk students at Fortis College trying to become registered nurses say the college is not fulfilling its responsibility to coordinate clinical hours so they can take the licensing exam. Rip it.
Some ODU professors are upset about a new initiative where they are encouraged to use AI to reformat courses into shorter timeframes. Rip it.
Keyshawn Davis is getting back in the ring. This time he takes on Jamaine Ortiz at Madison Square Garden. Rip it.
Three 757 standouts helped Indiana football earn a national championship title against Miami this week. Rip it.
There’s a new open call for creatives who want to design utility boxes in Downtown Norfolk. Rip it.
The d’Art Center is seeking glass artists for an upcoming exhibit. Rip it.
The Hermitage Museum has announced it’s 10th Annual Immersive Series: “What Remains” with Rouge VA, opening March 19th. Rip it.
LAVA Presents just announced a ton of shows for the next several weeks. Rip it.
Beethoven, Dvořák, and the Princess Bride have landed on the Symphony’s calendar. 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.
Norfolk Taphouse shared that it is on the verge of closing its doors after 30 years of operating. Rip it.
A new pneumatic tube system at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk is reshaping how medical specimens and clinical documents travel throughout the facility, cutting transport times from 15 minutes to about a minute. Rip it.
As part of the long-pending redevelopment of MacArthur Mall, the Regal Cinema is set to close at the end of the month. Rip it.
Compared to December 2024, our region has lost approximately 10.5% of its federal civilian workforce, according to regional economist Nikki Johnson. Rip it.
Work has resumed on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project after a federal judge ordered an injunction in the lawsuit brought to challenge abrupt federal policy changes. Rip it.
Dominion Energy’s Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project reached another milestone Wednesday with the installation of the first large turbine tower. Rip it.
A $15 minimum wage is moving forward after it was passed out of the Labor and Commerce Committee. Rip it.
Three new bills are looking to regulate data centers and their resource usage in Virginia. Rip it.
In 2025, 4.89 million people passed through the terminal building, according to the Norfolk Airport Authority, setting a new record. Rip it.
What’s in store for the housing market in 2026. Rip it.
Don’t miss the Va Maritime Association hiring fair next month. Rip it.
Major local employer Smithfield Foods, plans to buy Nathan’s Famous hot dog and sausage brand. Rip it.
Selden Market is having a grand re-opening for their freshly renovated space february 6th and 7th. Rip it.
The Admirals are hitting the ice all weekend, with plenty of competitive drama to go around. Rip it.
The Princess Bride in Concert: showing the film with a live orchestra comes to Chrysler Hall on February 13th. Rip it.
Fri Jan 23
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 6:00 am. Rip it.
The Country Cool Down at the Banque. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Vintage Night Market at Locals Marketplace. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
The Float: A Sound Bath Experience at Kroc Center Hampton Roads. 5:30 pm. Rip it.
Frank Sings Frank & Dr. Gad Brosch at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
The Vibration Open Mic Poetry, RNB, Hip Hop at Maker's Craft Brewery. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
MPZ Trio performs live at Elation Brewing. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
City Girls Walk go to the Admirals Game. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Worcester Railers at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
BADFISH: A Tribute to Sublime - The Blizzy Tour at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
CLUB XCX: ICY NIGHTS at The Annex. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Spartacus Fartacus: An Idiotic Journey Through History at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Under The Veil: A Night Of Burlesque & Variety Entertainment at The Veil Brewing Co.. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
Mike Demoss performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hutch performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Grizzly performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Night Strike with DJ Illmatic at AMF Norfolk. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Frequency R&B hosted by TeezySoDope at Chicho’s Backstage. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sat Jan 24
Ocean View Run Club Weekend Long Run. 7:15 am. Rip it.
Volunteer Litter Cleanup at Ryan Resilience Lab. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Charity Sale to Benefit the Hope House Foundation at Book Exchange. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Toddler Yoga NFK at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co.. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Robbie Meade performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
USO Norfolk & Southisde Book Club Kick Off! at Naval Station Norfolk. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Robbie Meade performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Morbidly Curious Book Club at Maker's Craft Brewery at Maker's Craft Brewery. 11:30 am. Rip it.
Conservation Clean-Up at Lafayette Park. 11:30 am. Rip it.
Annual Meeting at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
EdTalk: Old Ironsides at Nauticus. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Winter Market at Afterglow at Afterglow Brewing. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Arts at the Attucks featuring The Academy of Music at Attucks Theatre. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Family and Friends Art Afternoon with Cat Creeps Art Studio at Maker's Craft Brewery at Maker's Craft Brewery. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Soiree Des Artistes - Art Exhibit Kickoff at Maker's Craft Brewery. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Joe McMurray performs live at Maker's Craft Brewery. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Eric Staab performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Winter Formal at Ingleside Recreation Center. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Dove City Soundtrack Album Release Show at Norfolk Taphouse. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Mike Gombas performs live at Just Birdies Sports Bar & Simulators. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Joe Pug performs live at Vessel Craft Coffee. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Eric Penn & Friends, Khi Infinite, Bandup Gotti at The Annex. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Worcester Railers - Military Appreciation at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
Frozen Yoga With The Norfolk Admirals at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
Emo Night Karaoke at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Chrysler Hall. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Foxglove performs live at American Legion Tidewater Post 327. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Emo Night Karaoke at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Aquarius BDay Bash at PBR Norfolk. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
5Starr performs live at Boss Queens Soul Cafe. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Vaudeville at the Push Comedy Theater at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Trick performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Aone performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ J Rok performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett at Waterside District. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sun Jan 25
Slow and Steady Sunday Group Ride at Slow & Steady Bike Goods. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Brian Sewell performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Improv 501 at Push Comedy Theater. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Mosaic Night Light Workshop at Hermitage Museum and Gardens. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Pimp My Flow - Creative Sequencing For Yoga Teachers at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co.. 11:15 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.
Pokemon League Challenge - Atlantis Norfolk at Atlantis Games & Comics - Norfolk. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Lipgloss & Lashes Drag Brunch at 37th and Zen. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Social Playground at Selden Market. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Desperate Measures at Generic Theater. 2:30 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Worcester Railers - Sunday Family Funday at Norfolk Scope Arena. 3:05 pm. Rip it.
Victory Fair at Locals Marketplace. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Sunday Night Sound Bath NFK at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co.. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Cody Stageberg performs live at Grain. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
High Wire Act: Comedy without a Net! at Push Comedy Theater. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week returns with 23 restaurants on January 26th. Rip it.
Get a lil wild with your lasagna this week, Freemason Abbey is featuring a Bison Lasagna on their $45 restaurant week menu. Rip it.
Todd Jurich is pulling out all the stops for restaurant week including a “old fashioned” seared foie gras with lusardo cotton candy and bacon maple syrup. Rip it.
Schnitzel, goulash, cabbage and brats are filling out the very Hungarian restaurant week menu from Monastery. Rip it.
Why not make it a Taco Tuesday this week with the double course restaurant week lunch special from La Patrona. Rip it.
Flaming tiramisu, rigatoni bolognese, and a “braised beef handkerchief” are giving the Varia restaurant week specials a flare for dramatic. Rip it.
Find out what “The Thick Shorty” is on Ordinaire’s Restaurant Week menu. Rip it.
O’Malley’s traditional sunday roast is blessing your restaurant week menus all week long. Rip it.
