Local MLK events and closing information | 2026
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) -Many local events in Hampton Roads will mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, with closings and special events. Hampton services will be affected by the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday on Monday, Jan. 19, as follows:. City offices and courts: Closed Monday. Garbage collection: No...
Portsmouth police seek 3 missing girls last seen Sunday morning
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Portsmouth police are searching for three missing juveniles last seen Sunday morning. The missing youngsters are Forever Scott, 12, Joseline Krofect, 14, and Darsha McAllister, 16. They were last seen at 7:30 a.m. Sunday in the 300 block of Fort Lane. Forever Scott is 5 feet,...
A Virginia Restaurant Locals Recommend For Fresh Seafood And Ocean Views
Virginia Beach offers countless dining options, but locals know where to find the best combination of fresh seafood and stunning ocean scenery. Waterman’s Surfside Grille stands out as a beloved beachfront destination that has earned its reputation through consistent quality and unforgettable views. Located right on...
Man hospitalized after shooting in Portsmouth
Portsmouth police are investigating a shooting reported Saturday afternoon in the 5900 block of Fawkes Street. Read more here: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/portsmouth/ppd-investigate-shooting-on-fawkes-street-in-portsmouth/
DraftCade Opening at New Funny Bone Comedy Club
The Funny Bone Comedy Club in Virginia Beach recently reopened in Pembroke Square. It was formerly in the nearby Town Center, which closed Nov. 30. Slated to open Jan. 22 alongside the new club is the arcade bar DraftCade. The Virginian-Pilot reports that the venue will have 48 rotating beer...
Honoring Dr. King through service at the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia
Volunteers across our community are planning to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by participating in a day of service.
Multi-vehicle crash disrupts Hampton intersection
A multi-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Armistead Ave and West Pembroke Ave in Hampton on Sunday afternoon, with the Division of Fire and Rescue on scene.
Virginia mother urges Spanberger to fight fentanyl crisis after daughter’s death
Virginia mother Lisa Reed urges Governor Spanberger to prioritize fentanyl enforcement after losing her 23-year-old daughter to poisoning.
9 Underrated Spots In Virginia Where Sandwiches Steal The Show
Virginia has plenty of famous food spots that get all the attention, but some of the best sandwiches in the state are hiding in places most people overlook. From cozy neighborhood cafes to family-run delis tucked into quiet corners, these underrated gems serve up sandwiches that are worth every bite.
Pataskala native Seth Brown serves with Navy Medicine in Virginia
Petty Officer 1st Class Seth Brown, a native of Pataskala, serves with Navy Medicine assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Portsmouth, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Brown graduated from Watkins Memorial High School in 2010. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found...

















