🌊NFK Weekly Edition: Casino, Salaries, Grand Illumination, Pumpkin Tiramisu Martinis, & more.

The Norfolk casino revenue may be less than half of the original projections. Rip it.

The Norfolk School Board is considering a 700+% salary increase for board members; from $3,060 to $25,000. Rip it.

Legal challenges to Virginia Democrats push for mid-decade redistricting are largely fizzling out. Rip it.

US Navy Veteran and former Rep. Elaine Luria, announced that she is running for the 2nd congressional district, which will likely include parts of Norfolk after anticipated redistricting. Rip it.

US Navy Veteran and former Rep. Elaine Luria raised over $500,000 in the 24 hours after she announced her run. Rip it.

The Elizabeth River Trail cut the ribbon on a new trailhead this week at Larchmont Library, it will feature a kayak launch, natural play areas, and other new spaces. Rip it.

Construction on the Campostella Bridge will be wrapping up by mid-December. Rip it.

After a lengthy development process, Virginians will now be able to use their smartphones to share their personal identification cards. Rip it.

Virginia is expected to grow to nine million residents by 2030, but the share of the population that is working age is expected to decline from 59% to 56%. Rip it.

A group of social studies teachers are worried changes to SOL tests will swap critical thinking for memorization. Rip it.

Virginia will pause the emergency program VENA that was stood up to help SNAP recipients while the federal government was shutdown. Rip it.

An investigation into the use of eminent domain by universities in Black neighborhoods, including ODU, released it’s first findings. Rip it.

Norfolk State University announced that it received a record-breaking $50 million donation from writer and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Rip it.

ODU and NSU’s mens basketball teams faced off Tuesday at Chartway Arena for the first time since 2022, with ODU winning in a final seconds play. Rip it.

Maury High School’s football team has entered the playoffs for Class 5 teams and is eying a repeat state title. Rip it.

A 21-year-old siamang at the Virginia Zoo named Bali passed away recently. Rip it.

The Armed Services Arts Partnership, or ASAP, is bringing courses in creative arts to military families. Rip it.

Nauticus’ Winterfest on the Wisconsin will be featured in the “Great Christmas Light Fight” TV show on ABC. Rip it.

The Dominion Energy Garden of Lights is back at the Norfolk Botanical Garden again this year. Rip it.

Angel Du$t, Ovlovw, & Snooper are bringing wild vibes to the Annex. Rip it.

Local hiphop duo Clipse has earned Grammy nominations for their recent album “ Let Got Sort ‘Em Out.” Rip it.

ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented’s inaugural fundraiser, "PlayNight," brings scenes from three stage shows to three Norfolk homes Saturday as a fundraiser. Rip it.

A Jazzy Christmas Show is coming to Attucks Theater on December 6th. Rip it.

Chelsea Handler is coming to Chrysler Hall on February 15th. Rip it.

Currently on Display:
Tapio Wirkkala: Still at Chrysler Museum.  Rip it.
Infinite Editions: Printmaking for Connection and Exchange at Chrysler Museum.  Rip it.
Constructing Mexico: Photography and National Identity at Chrysler Museum.  Rip it.
Susan Watkins and Women Artists of the Progressive Era at Chrysler Museum.  Rip it.
Reminiscent: A National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Impressionism at d’Art Center. Rip it.
The Vault: Tiny But Mighty 4 - An Annual National Juried Exhibit of Small Artworks at d’Art Center. Rip it.
Calligraphy, A Journey Without Destination at Gordon Art Galleries. Rip it.
River of Earth: Meaning and Material in Self-Taught Art From Appalachia at Gordon Art Galleries. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
THUNDER PERFECT MIND by Rich Justis at The Gallery At Elation. Rip it

Applications are open for the 9th cohort of the 757 Accelerate program. Rip it.

Some flights at Norfolk International were delayed for several hours as the government shutdown impact FAA employees. Rip it.

State agencies have approved 112 use cases for AI in state government, out of 182 submitted for review. Rip it.

Local nonprofit Black BRAND is celebrating its 10 year anniversary this weekend by honoring three Black women who broke barriers in their trailblazing careers. Rip it.

The legislative package that was passed to re-open the government contained provisions that will crack down on hemp-derived products. Rip it.

Aquaculture in Virginia has rebounded past pre-pandemic levels with a 52% increase in sales, totaling $81 million. Rip it.

The total cost of the Offshore Wind Project have ballooned more than 21% to over $11.2 billion, with tariffs being the biggest contributor to the costs. Rip it.

Virginia now ranks 8th in household debt among US states. Rip it.

Luce’s Italian market and deli is opening on Granby street in the adjoining suite. Rip it.

Get your small business shopping done at Selden Market this holiday season. Rip it.

Former Norfolk City Council member Andria McClellan has launched an app hat alerts drivers when railroad crossings are blocked. Rip it.

Regional Economic Stats. Labor Stats.

You don’t want to miss the Very Merry Musical Market with the Virginia Symphony at Elation Brewing next week. Rip it.

The Grand Illumination Parade kicks off the holiday season with nearly a 100 parade units next weekend. You can watch live in-person and online. Rip it.

The Hermitage Holiday Village is smorgasboard of holiday magic at one of Norfolk’s most beautiful spots. Rip it.

Fri Nov 14
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 6:00 am. Rip it.
9th Anniversary Weekend at Benchtop Brewing Company. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
JUNKHEADZ Night Market at COVA Brewing Co. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
NSU Volleyball vs. Howard at Gill Gymnasium. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Better By Tuesday performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Moet & Chandon Champagne Wine Dinner at Todd Jurichs. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Winterfest on the Wisconsin: Opening Night at Nauticus. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
All New Murder Mystery Comedy at Granby Theater. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
The Lemonheads: Love Chant Tour live at The Annex. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Smartmouth's Last Vinyl Night in Norfolk at Smartmouth Beer. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Joe McMurray performs live at Elation Brewing. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Ancient Grapes, Ancient Styles, Ancient Regions with Whitney at Vino Culture. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Hackney Theater in the Meredith Center for the Arts. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Savannah Ghost Pirates - Military Appreciation at Scope Arena. 7:05 pm. Rip it.
Jessica Kirson at Attucks Theatre. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Date Night at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Second Saturday Stand-Up-Grad Show Edition at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Nu Audio with Chris Javey and Rylo at Only You. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hutch performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Anthony Rosano Acoustic performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ SoundStar performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.

Sat Nov 15
Morning Group Bicycle Ride at East Coast Bicycles. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Ocean View Run Club Weekend Long Run at TBA. 7:15 am. Rip it.
Maintaining Our Metropolis: A Code Enforcement Workshop at 835 Glenrock Rd. 8:30 am. Rip it.
Artist in Resident Weekend featuring Jordan B. "Gorf" Gorfinkel at Temple Israel. 9:30 am. Rip it.
Virginia Camellia Society Show & Sale at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Petition Pop-Up Shop at The High Cup. 10:00 am. Rip it.
UpCycle Festival at Mary D Pretlow Anchor Branch Library. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Introduction to Graphite Drawing for Youths at d'Art Center. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
NEON District Public Art Tour at The Plot. 11:00 am.. Rip it.
Vince Kornegay performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
NSU Football vs. Morgan State at Dick Price Stadium. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Cozy Cottage Watercolor Workshop at d'Art Center. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Benchtop 9th Anniversary Celebration at Benchtop Brewing Company. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Lynnhaven River Now Benefit Concert at Harrison Opera House. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Hoos Happy Hour at Hank's Filling Station. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Winterfest on the Wisconsin at Nauticus. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Dale Bitner Live Music at Maker's Craft at Maker's Craft Brewery. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Danielle Roby performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm.. Rip it.
ERT Foundation's 9th Birthday & E-Bike Raffle Drawing! at Smartmouth Beer. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Waterparks: The Prowler Tour at The NorVA. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Big Torrin On Keys performs live at Elation Brewing. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Hackney Theater in the Meredith Center for the Arts. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Mo Fiyah presents Champion Lover at Glass Light Hotel & Gallery. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Norfolk Admirals v Savannah Ghost Pirates -New Horizon Bank Giveaway at Norfolk Scope Arena. 7:05 pm.. Rip it.
Ken Peplowski at Attucks Theatre. 7:30 pm.. Rip it.
The Music of The Beatles, Reimagined with The Tidewater Classical Guitar Orchestra at Wells Theatre. 7:30 pm.. Rip it.
The Unusual Suspects: An Improvised Murder Mystery at Push Comedy Theater. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Hey Ma! R&B Party at Chicho’s Backstage. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Will Overman and Holy Roller perform live at The Annex. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Sharp performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Trick performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Off The Record: Chris Javey, ABCWISE, FuckNoChief, & Startt at 80/20 Burger Bar. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Gabrham Lincolnn performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs Mahkachev at Waterside District. 10:00 pm. Rip it.

Sun Nov 16
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.
Coat Drive at The Ghent Rooftop Bar. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Sunday Game Day Watch Party at Waterside District. 1:00 pm.. Rip it.
Santa Paws w/ Pet Photos with Santa & Vendor Market at Elation Brewing. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Lipgloss & Lashes Drag Brunch at 37th and Zen. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
2025 CBAA Holiday Market at Maker's Craft Brewery. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Tour de ORF at Smartmouth Beer. 3:00 pm.. Rip it.
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Hackney Theater in the Meredith Center for the Arts. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Iconic Illusions Drag Brunch at Norfolk Waterside. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Winterfest on the Wisconsin at Nauticus. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Joe Heilman performs live at Grain. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
The Nascar Jones Show - Live Talk Show Comedy Extravaganza at Push Comedy Theater. 7:30 pm. Rip it.

Let your Thanksgiving fall off the bone by connecting with Redwood Smokeshack. Rip it.

If your platter ain’t sauced up, then you ain’t at Our Peoples. Rip it.

Pendulum is doing Turkey, and yeah, you should order one. Rip it.

This skillet definitely holds a few high score rankings. Rip it.

Eggnog pound cake, yeah, that’s a holiday move. Rip it.

Grab a whole pack of “Thanksgiving Pie” flavored donuts at O’s Donuts. Rip it.

Why not have a big fat greek holiday party this year? Rip it.

An apple butter mule is a perfect fall cocktail. Rip it.

Leone’s is serving up a maple bacon old fashioned, a pumpkin tiramisu martini, & a house-made mulled wine. Rip it.