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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!)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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📸 Around Hampton
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hampton
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★ Featured events ★
- Live Music Friday 🎤
St. George Brewing Company, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton
6:00 pm
Friday December 19
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Other local events
- Breakfast with Santa & North Pole Pool Party
Hampton Virginia Aquaplex , 1908 Coliseum Dr , Hampton
9:00 am - Camp NASA Winter Camp at the Virginia Air & Space Science Center (Hampton)
Virginia Air & Space Science Center , 600 Settlers Landing Rd , Hampton
10:00 am - Neuro-Jam Book Club at SeeWhich Books (Hampton)
SeeWhich Books , 15 S Hope St , Hampton
3:00 pm - Kids First - Court mandated 4-hour class - Saturday
Hampton, VA Calendar Hampton, VA 23669
5:00 pm - Biggest Holiday Event of The Year
Hampton Roads Convention Center , 1610 Coliseum Dr , Hampton
7:00 pm
Saturday December 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Retirement Board Meeting
Newport News, VA Calendar , Two City Center 11820 Fountain Way, Suite 301 , Newport News
9:00 am - Thirsty Thursday with DJ VA Black
Newport News, VA Calendar , 5014 Jefferson Ave , Newport News
4:00 pm - Celebration in Lights
Newport News, VA Calendar , 13560 Jefferson Avenue , Newport News
5:30 pm - Salsa's Karaoke Night
Newport News, VA Calendar , 704 Mariners Row #110 , Newport News
6:00 pm - Acoustic Open Mic Night at Chef's Market
Newport News, VA Calendar , 11800 Merchants Walk , Newport News
6:00 pm - Cure Coffeehouse Open Mic Night
Newport News, VA Calendar , 701 Town Center Drive , Newport News
7:00 pm
Thursday December 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- 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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