Summer is heating up early at Starbucks, and fans of fruity drinks and sweet treats have a lot to look forward to. The coffee chain just dropped a sneak peek of its 2025 summer menu, and it’s packed with refreshing favorites and a brand-new drink that’s sure to make waves. New This Year: Iced Horchata…
Suffolk Offers Free Mosquito Dunks to Residents to Help Combat Spring Pests
Spring is here, and with it comes one of the season’s peskiest visitors, mosquitoes. To help residents fight back, the City of Suffolk is offering free mosquito dunks to local residents as part of its seasonal mosquito control efforts. Mosquito Dunks are a biological pesticide designed to kill mosquito larvae before they become biting adults.…
Changes to Parking for Norfolk Tides Games in 2025—Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re planning to catch a Norfolk Tides game this season, you might need to adjust your parking plans. With the ongoing construction of the Norfolk casino next to Harbor Park, over 800 parking spaces that were previously available to baseball fans are now fenced off. Additionally, more than 100 spots are being used by…
The Big Bad Wolf Returning to Busch Gardens with “The Wolf’s Revenge”
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is putting the final touches on its highly anticipated new roller coaster, The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge, set to open in 2025. This thrilling new ride pays homage to the original Big Bad Wolf coaster, which closed in 2009, while bringing a fresh and immersive experience to visitors. The ride’s…
Local Businesses Rally to Support Families of Fallen Officers Girvin and Reese
Several local businesses are stepping up to support the families of Officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin, who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. Here’s how you can contribute while supporting these generous businesses: Sandbridge Tattoo (Virginia Beach) – Offering walk-in appointments for pre-designed tattoos at $75 each from Tuesday, Feb. 25,…
How to Support the Families of Fallen Virginia Beach Police Officers
The Virginia Beach community is mourning the tragic loss of Officers Christopher Reese, 30, and Cameron Girvin, 25, who were fatally shot during a traffic stop on Friday, February 21, 2025. Officer Reese succumbed to his injuries that night, while Officer Girvin passed away the following morning. The suspect in the case took his own…
Emergency Shelters and Warming Centers in Hampton Roads: Where to Find Help During Cold Weather
As Winter Storm Kingston brings below-freezing temperatures and snow to the Hampton Roads area, it’s crucial for individuals experiencing homelessness to know where they can find emergency shelter and support. Several organizations in the region offer services to ensure everyone’s safety during harsh winter conditions. Regional Housing Crisis Hotline The Regional Housing Crisis Hotline serves…
Cold Weather Safety Tips for Pets
With Winter Storm Kingston bringing below-freezing temperatures and snow, it’s crucial to take extra precautions to keep pets safe. Virginia law prohibits leaving dogs chained or tethered outside when the temperature is 32 degrees or below. Failing to bring them inside could result in legal consequences. Animals are particularly vulnerable in cold weather, and this…
Norfolk Animal Care’s Pet Pantry Offers Pet Food Assistance to Families in Need
As economic challenges persist, more families are facing the heartbreaking choice between feeding their loved ones or their pets. Recognizing this growing need, Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center (FNACC) took action and launched the Southside’s first Pet Pantry in 2011. Thanks to ongoing community support, the Pet Pantry has grown. With the help of…
Winter Weather Preparedness: How to Stay Safe During Freezing Temperatures
If you need to travel, use caution and wear proper clothing, hats, and gloves. VDOT encourages you to keep an emergency supply kit in your car with these automobile extras: Jumper cables Flares or reflective triangle Ice scraper Car cell phone charger Blanket Map Cat litter or sand (for better tire traction) Residents should also have…