2021 Patriotic Festival Rescheduled, Set to Return in May 2022

In compliance with Governor Northam’s restrictions on festivals and concerts due to COVID-19, and because of potential threats posed by the virus, the 2021 Patriotic Festival featuring Jon Pardi, Kane Brown and Morgan Wallen, originally scheduled to take place June 4-6 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, has been rescheduled. While this is the second year in…

NASA names headquarters after ‘Hidden Figures’ engineer Mary Jackson

NASA’s headquarters has a new name, one that honors ‘Hidden Figures engineer Mary Jackson.   In a naming ceremony on Friday, February 26th, NASA said Jackson “overcame the barriers of segregation and gender bias to become a professional aerospace engineer and leader in ensuring equal opportunities for future generations.” Jackson, the first African American female engineer at…

Virginia officials warn “don’t ignore unknown numbers,” it could be your vaccine.

If you are in the habit of avoiding answering calls from unknown numbers (thanks in large part to those car warranty calls), you should start answering now. Virginia’s vaccination coordinator is encouraging people to answer unknown numbers as it could be their appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine. Starting sometime next week, the majority of the retail…

NASA Astronauts Will Be Conducting a Spacewalk This Weekend — Here’s How to Watch

NASA will be conducting two spacewalks, the first one kicking off this weekend. On Sunday, Feb. 28, and Friday, March 5, NASA flight engineers Kate Rubins and Victor Glover Jr. and Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Soichi Noguchi will conduct a spacewalk outside of the International Space Station, according to NASA. Both spacewalks will last six and a…

Gov. Ralph Northam loosens COVID-19 restrictions; alcohol sales expanded to midnight

Governor Ralph Northam announced that some COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted. Starting on Monday, March 1, outdoor venues and gatherings will be able to increase capacity, Virginia’s alcohol cutoff at restaurants will move from 10 p.m. to midnight, and the overnight modified stay-at-home curfew order will be lifted. The changes will allow for entertainment venues,…

Chick-fil-A Is Making Menu Changes; Remove Two Items From Its Menu

Get ready to say goodbye to a couple of menu items at Chick-Fil-A. Chick-fil-A announced they are streamlining their menu and will be removing decaf coffee and bagels. They will also be making changes to the sizes available for certain menu items.  Four and six-piece kids’ chicken nugget meals will be replaced with a lone…

Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Begins Final Phase of Milling and Paving Project

Phase IV of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel’s milling and paving project began on Monday. Officials say southbound travelers are advised to remain alert and travel with caution as a single lane closure will be in place beginning at Island 4 and continuing southbound near South Toll Plaza in Virginia Beach. The project will run through…

Water Country USA plans to reopen May 22

Water Country USA is planning to reopen for the 2021 season on May 22. According to the park’s website, they will “conduct temperature screenings, require physical distancing and face coverings will be required.” Busch Gardens is currently open and their Mardi Gras-themed event is running through Feb. 28th.

2021 Something in the Water Canceled Due to COVID-19

Something in the Water has been canceled again due to COVID-19. The festival was slated to occur at the Oceanfront the last weekend in April.  No tickets were sold for the 2021 festival but the date had been set.   (WAVY)

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