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Good morning Hampton! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Hampton’s living reefs and rain gardens protect your neighborhood?
  • Which Hampton University DPT students just earned new Lilly scholarships?
  • Which early-2000s stars are ending their big reunion tour in Hampton?

Also on today's calendar: Breakfast with Santa & North Pole Pool Party and 3 more events.

Find out what's happening in Hamptonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Hamptonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 58 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Friday: A couple of morning showers, temps: high: 66, low: 31.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and cooler, with a high of 50 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Hampton, virginia, embraces nature-based solutions to combat rising sea levels and chronic flooding (envirolink.org) — Hampton is rolling out an ambitious, nature-based plan to tackle sea-level rise and chronic neighborhood flooding, using rain gardens, marsh restoration, and oyster-seeded 3D-printed reefs instead of massive floodwalls. For residents, that means future protection that also boosts water quality, marine habitat, and long-term resilience along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
   

2. Hampton University Names 2025–26 Lilly Foundation Scholarship Recipients (hamptonroadsmessenger.com) — Hampton University has awarded Lilly Foundation scholarships to six Doctor of Physical Therapy students studying on its Hampton campus, easing their costs for the 2025–26 academic year. University leaders say the support recognizes the rigor of Hampton’s DPT program and helps prepare future physical therapists to serve communities with better access to rehabilitation and mobility care.
   

3. B2K and Bow Wow Announce 2026 'Boys 4 Life Tour' Dates (wtlcfm.com) — Hampton music fans can look forward to B2K and Bow Wow closing their 2026 “Boys 4 Life Tour” at Hampton Coliseum on April 19. The reunion tour brings a stacked lineup of early-2000s R&B and hip-hop stars, promising a nostalgic, high-energy show and new music from both headliners.
   

4. MEAC Men's Basketball Weekly Honors Presented by Wells Fargo (hamptonroadsmessenger.com) — Hampton University’s men’s basketball team is highlighted here as Howard’s Bryce Harris and teammates earn MEAC weekly honors after back-to-back wins over North Carolina A&T and Hampton. The recap details standout performances against Hampton, including strong scoring, rebounding, and defense from several Howard players and mentions other notable efforts from MEAC athletes.
   

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  • Welcome to all the newest members of this community.
    Like to hear from you about what you are interested in learning from this group. (Nextdoor Pheonix)
  • Moving from Hampton, VA, Everything must go by Friday.
    You must bring your own tools and help. I have a wooden gray dresser with a mirror. I have a blue couch that folds down into a bed. Used but… (Nextdoor Hampton Roads)
  • Live! posted a job opening for Porter - PBR Hampton in Hampton. Apply here.
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Hampton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hampton here.

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