Norfolk City Council delayed a vote on taxes paid by Short Term Rental match rates charged to traditional hotels. Rip it.
Norfolk City Council approved an ordinance Tuesday making it easier for property owners to create accessory dwelling units, with hopes of easing the housing crisis. Rip it.
Sean Washington, Norfolk’s economic development director, confirmed the city was engaged in early planning of the creation of an entertainment district around the casino and Harbor Park. Rip it.
Norfolk State will host the only gubernatorial debate this year on October 9th. Rip it.
In Norfolk, approximately 250 residents cast their ballots on the first day of early voting. Rip it.
A new survey of more than 700 Hampton Roads residents found that a majority expect major risks from flooding in the decades to come. Rip it.
Two tropical systems off the Atlantic Coast could merge into a single more powerful storm. Rip it.
Mary, the tunnel-boring machine, made it’s final breakthrough for the new HRBT tunnels, marking a major milestone in the project. Rip it.
Fatal crashes in work zones have risen dramatically in Hampton Roads. Rip it.
If you filed in Virginia this past tax season, you could be eligible for a $200 or $400 rebate. Rip it.
According to published reports, the Pentagon has put the brakes on a sweeping program to clean up cancer-causing chemicals linked to military installations, including those in the 757. Rip it.
Eelgrass, an important home for blue crabs, is steadily declining in the Chesapeake Bay and being replaced by widgeon grass. Rip it.
Solstice Hybrid Academy is taking educational adventures on the road with a bus-based classroom. Rip it.
A new survey by a state commission found that ODU was among the most disruptive developers in Black communities through the acquisition of land. Rip it.
ODU was placed in the top 30% of national universities and one of eight institutions ranked as a top public school in Virginia in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings. Rip it.
Old Dominion has brought in a new vice president to help them change their image with the Navy. Rip it.
The number of identified human trafficking cases last year in Virginia was its highest since 2018, although officials believe this could be attributed to better identification and reporting channels. Rip it.
Peoples Pharmacy on historic Church Street in Norfolk is offering a one years supply of contraceptives for via as part of the Contraceptive Access Initiative. Rip it.
Norfolk architect Todd Savage was recognized for three decades of dedicated time, expertise, and resources to the Norfolk Salvation Army. Rip it.
NSU Football's record dropped to 1-3 after a loss to Sacred Heart last weekend. Rip it.
The Virginia Arts Fest is hosting Kayce Laine for an elevated sound bath experience featuring crystal bowls, gong, ocean drum, synth bass, and live ambient vocals. Rip it.
The Barry Art Museum’s Bubble Fest has an open call for artists to create an ephemeral
Are you an artist looking for space? Studios and wall space are available at d’Art Center. Rip it.
Meet the cast of Clyde’s, a show performed by the Generic Theater, debut’s this weekend. Rip it.
Only a few more weeks to catch Walker Babington's large-scale sculptures at the Hermitage. Rip it.
Currently on Display:
JJJJJerome Ellis: Contradictions at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Tapio Wirkkala: Still at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Constructing Mexico: Photography and National Identity at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
VIVID: Annual Juried National Exhibition of VIBRANT, BOLD & LOUD Artworks at d’Art Center. Rip it.
The Vault – ¡Presente!: A Juried National Exhibit of Contemporary Hispanic Folk Art in
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 Burden of the Beast at the Hermitage Museum. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
My Meanderings by Joe Smith of ISO Imagery at The Gallery At Elation. Rip it
Breeze Airways announced that they’ll be offering direct flights from ORF to Cancun starting in January. Rip it.
Between July and August, the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority’s new tracking program logged 17,786 plants harvested, nearly $30 million in sales and more than 256,000 transactions. Rip it.
ODU was awarded a $2.3M NIH grant to improve detection of brain tumor recurrence with AI and machine learning. Rip it.
Ghent’s historic Pelham Place apartment complex has new ownership in a $9 million sale. Rip it.
Target is set to hire over 300 seasonal employees for the holiday season in their supply chain facilities in the Hampton Roads. Rip it.
A student-built miniboat was relaunched into the ocean to collect data in a partnership between Sail Nauticus Academy and Carnival Cruise Line. Rip it.
Virginia’s job outlook was a mixed bag in August, with the number of jobs up and the number of people still in the state workforce down. Rip it.
The average rent price in the region increased 3% year over year for one bedrooms. Rip it.
Home sales in Virginia were flat in August while prices continued to drift upward. Rip it.
The Port of Virginia has seen a 8.7% drop in cargo traffic amid changing tariff policy. Rip it.
The LAVA Halloween Extravaganza line up dropped and you’ve got to see this. Rip it.
The 10th Annual NEON Festival is lighting up the city on October 16th & 17th. Rip it.
The Admirals home opener will be October 24th vs the Worcester Railers. Rip it.
Fri Sep 26
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 6:00 am. Rip it.
Trail Beautification Days on the ERT at Elizabeth River Trail. 9:00 am. Rip it.
International Coastal Cleanup 2025: Day of Caring at Lafayette Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Pancho performs live at Acclaim at East Beach. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Zoovies at The Virginia Zoo. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Desiree Jordan performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Portugal Wine Dinner at Town Point Club. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Vanz & Perks perform live at COVA Brewing Company. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Desiree Jordan performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Ace High performs live at Brother's. 7:00 pm Rip it.
Dale Bitner performs live at Waterside District. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Justin Kauflin presents GSA Jazz Nights at GSA Miner Music Hall. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Newfound Chamber Winds at ODU Diehn School of Music. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
B|_ANK, Karacell, Lam.ent, & The Cotton Mill perform live at Smartmouth. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Clyde's at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
G Flip performs live at The NorVA. 08:00 pm Rip it.
An evening with the music of Ween (tribute) at The Annex. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
The Improv Riot All-Star Comedy Show at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Haunted Norfolk Tours September 2025 at Moses Myers House. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Almost Home performs live at Sharks Sports Bar & Grill. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Mathew O'Donnell performs live at Grace O'Malley's. 8:30 pm.. Rip it.
The Drop feat: Wuki at Waterside District. 09:00 pm Rip it.
DJ Solertech performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Pancho performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Gabrham Lincolnn performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
DJ GPP performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Plot Party! High Octane Comedy at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sat Sep 27
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.
East Beach/EOV Farmers Market at Bay Oaks Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Cafe Merci Popup at 208 W. 25th Street. 9:00 am. Rip it.
ERT Botanical Tour: Significant Trees at Larchmont Library. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Bhav Brigade Yoga at The Plot. 9:00 am. Rip it.
ODU PT Alumni Day at Old Dominion University. 9:30 am. Rip it.
Garden Artists: Autumn Mugs at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Fred Heutte Garden Plant Sale and Fall Festival at Fred Heutte Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Charity Sale to Benefit Norfolk Animal Care Center at Book Exchange. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Go Play Day 2025 at Tarrallton Park. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Norfolk Poké Bash at Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Rob White Music performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
The Bits and Bobs Market at the Fanciful Fig. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Black Cat Bash at Nancy Thomas Galleries. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Lunch on the Lot at Maker's Craft Brewery at Maker's Craft Brewery. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
ODU Maritime Appreciation Day Game at S.B. Ballard Stadium. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Meet the Author: Shanell Keene at Jordan-Newby Library. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Caring Conversations with The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Nutcracker Audition at Ballet Virginia at Ballet Virginia. 1:30 pm. Rip it.
LGBTQ+ History: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour at Hilton Norfolk The Main. 02:00 pm Rip it.
31st Annual Spooky Acres Haunted House at MacArthur Center. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
Anime Bazaar: Doki Doki Edition at Locals Marketplace. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Mollie Pop performs live at Afterglow Brewing. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
John Baldwin Live Music at Maker's Craft at Maker's Craft Brewery. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
The B.Michelle Band performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
The Happy Dutchmen perform live at Elation Brewing. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
feedtherightwolf, Stations, and Cursor perform live at Chicho's Pizza Backstage. 7:00 pm Rip it.
Michael Carson performs live at Brother's. 7:00 pm Rip it.
Spirit Gun, LeSabre, Superfang, & Roughshod perfrom live at 37th and Zen. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
HRVA Dawgs Watch Party - Alabama vs Georgia at Cogans North. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Aretha: A Tribute with Capathia Jenkins & Darryl Williams at Chrysler Hall. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
The Sound of Brazil at Only You Lounge. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
NxWorries performs live at The NorVA. 8:00 pm Rip it.
Clyde's at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm Rip it.
The Dirty Comedy Show at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Mathew O'Donnell performs live at Grace O'Malley's. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
DJ Hutch performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Gabrham Lincolnn performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Trick performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Jofroxi performs live at Baxters. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
IMPROVAGEDDON at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sun Sep 28
Monarch Mile at The Virginia Zoo. 8:00 am. Rip it.
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.
Bottomless Brunch at Brother's. 11:00 am Rip it.
Charity Sale to Benefit Norfolk Animal Care Center at Book Exchange. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ GPP performs live at Baxters. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Board Game Sunday's at COVA Brewing Company. 1:00 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.
17th Annual WPA Garden Heritage Celebration at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Clyde's at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Tour de ORF at Smartmouth Beer. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Ladybug Flight for Suicide Prevention at Maker's Craft Brewery. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
ODUSO Concert: Fairy Tales and Fables at Old Dominion University. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Stand Up Comedy 101 with Hatton Jordan at Push Comedy Theater. 3:30 pm. Rip it.
Slow Down Sundays: Yoga, Journaling & Sisterhood at Plum Point Park. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Traditional Irish Session at Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Best Of & Awards Ceremony 48 Hour Film Project at Naro Expanded Cinema. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Donation-Based Sound Bath Meditation at Norfolk Karate Academy. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
High Wire Act: Comedy without a Net! at Push Comedy Theater. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Maddox Batson performs live at The NorVA. 7:30 pm Rip it.
Mike Demoss performs live at Grain. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Negroni runs through Sunday at Toast. Rip it.
Kobro’s Coffee is leaving their 21st Street location to move in with the talents of Toast. Rip it.
Taco Tuesday has landed at Hell’s Kitchen with quesadillas included. Rip it.
Grilled pork belly with shaved Brussels, pickled baby turnip, yuzu-kosho vinaigrette and kabocha-miso puree. Ilo is not messing around. Rip it.
Pasta now comes with a side of live music at Leone’s. Rip it.
Lolly’s is whipping up a delicious banana Nutella poundcake ice cream. Rip it.
It’s not too early to be thinking about turkey, pre-order your Pendulum birds now. Rip it.
A fall daiquiri? I’d only trust it if it came from Press 626. Rip it.
Pumpkin spiced egg rolls? Ludicrous but you know you gotta try it. Rip it.
