Norfolk Animal Care Center at Critical Capacity, Seeks Foster Homes for Dogs

Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) is facing a critical situation: all dog kennels are full, and the shelter shared a plea on social media for the community’s support. Among the dogs in need is Mira, a recent owner surrender who deserves a second chance at a loving home. Despite being deeply loved by her parent,…

Va Beach Cherry Blossom Festival Events Rescheduled Due to Weather Forecast

The Cherry Blossom Festival events scheduled for Saturday and Sunday have been canceled due to the forecast. The festival will continue as planned from March 25-30 at Red Wing Park. Last week, Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation announced that they anticipated a full peak bloom for the festival this weekend. Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation,…

Meet Cannon and Lil Miss: Two Playful Puppies in Need of a Loving Home

Shelter Pet Saturday from Pitbull Tobacco & More Meet our Pet of the Week, Lil Miss! I met Lil Miss and her brother, Cannon, at Suffolk Humane Society this week. They are black and white American bulldog mixes bursting with puppy energy at just 5 months old. Cannon and Lil Miss are the last of…

Virginia Beach Named One of the Most Caring Cities in America

The 757 Cares! A WalletHub survey of 100 American Cities found the most compassionate cities in America. The metrics included caring for the community, civic engagement, fundraising, caring for the vulnerable, and caring for the workforce. Madison, Wisconsin is the most compassionate city overall. Boston ranked #1 in the “Caring for the Workforce” category, San…

Norfolk Tides Announce 2024 Home Game Times

The Norfolk Tides 2024 game times have been set. The Tides announced this week that for the first time in Triple-A franchise history, they will play a March home game. The 2024 International League campaign is set to kick off on Friday, March 29th with the Tides hosting the Durham Bulls. The Tides will play 51…

Chrysler Museum’s Annual Halloween Harvest Festival Brings Art to Life [PICS]

by Stephanie Taylor One of my favorite events in Hampton Roads is the Chrysler Museum‘s Annual Halloween Harvest Festival.  Each year, staff members choose one of their favorite art pieces in the museum and create their own costumes based on it.  Visitors receive a scavenger hunt flyer upon arrival and set out to find the…

Watch The Powerful Budweiser 9/11 Tribute Commercial That Only Aired Once

September 11, 2023 marks 22 years since the 9/11 attacks. Like everyone, I remember where I was the moment I saw the first plane hit the Twin Towers.  I remember the feeling of disbelief, followed by fear and anger.  I also remember the feeling on 9/12 of the country coming together to mourn the lives…

Teachers Get Free Admission at the Virginia Aquarium on This Day in September

The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is celebrating teachers and daycare workers with free admission! The annual Teacher Open House will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 13th! Teachers plus one guest each will receive complimentary admission to the Aquarium, with full access to its exhibits, program demonstrations, animal encounters, and more. A valid ID is…

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