NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — City leaders in Newport News are taking a closer look at a major new event planned for Memorial Day weekend, as excitement builds alongside lingering concerns about logistics and public safety.
During a closed session Monday morning, the Newport News City Council met to discuss preparations for “Noodle: The Thinker’s Convention,” a multi-day event expected to draw thousands to the city’s Yard District on May 22 and May 23.
The convention is being promoted as a national hub for culture, technology, and music — part of a broader effort to elevate the city’s profile and revitalize its downtown — but with just weeks to go, several key elements are still being finalized…