Local non-profit Connect With a Wish is currently collecting formal dresses, accessories, and gift cards ahead of prom season. Every high school student deserves to have a great prom experience, and Connect With a Wish wants to make that possible for local foster teens. They’re currently accepting donations for: *New or gently used prom dresses…
Two Other Retailers Accepting Bed, Bath & Beyond Coupons
Earlier this month, Bed, Bath & Beyond announced they would be closing all US stores due to filing bankruptcy. They stopped accepting their famous “20% Off” coupons this week. But if you haven’t tossed them yet, two other retailers announced THEY will accept them. You can use them at Big Lots through May 7th, and…
CNU Men’s Basketball To Play in Divison III National Championship
Good luck wishes are in order for the Christopher Newport University men’s basketball team! They will be playing for their first-ever national championship this Saturday. CNU had a 69-66 win Thursday over Swarthmore in the Division III national semifinals in Fort Wayne, Indiana. CNU will be playing Mount Union of Ohio on Saturday. CNU is…
The City of Norfolk Launches Interactive Map to Find All of the Norfolk Mermaids
The City of Norfolk has launched an interactive map of all of the mermaid sculptures throughout the city! You can use it to learn more about Norfolk’s history with mermaids, the artists behind each sculpture, and how to locate all of them. Check out the new map HERE!
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Updates Indoor Smoking Policy
Rivers Casino Portsmouth has made the decision to change its smoking policy after backlash from visitors during opening week. Previously, smoking was allowed indoors throughout the entire gaming floor in the main casino. Virginia gaming law does allow smoking in indoor gaming facilities. The updated rules for Rivers Casino will implement separate indoor smoking and…