🌱 Patch AM: How Iverson Landing could reshape affordable housing in Denbigh

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In today's newsletter:

• How Iverson Landing could reshape affordable housing in Denbigh
• What we know about the armed Truist Bank robbery charges
• Why Newport News’ favorite beaver pair is suddenly off exhibit

Also on today's calendar: YARN at Tradition Brewing and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the balloon say to the doctor? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 27 degrees.
• Monday: Cooler; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 44, low: 32.
• Tuesday: A little rain in the morning, with a high of 55 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Allen Iverson-backed Housing Gets Green Light From Newport News (thenewjournalandguide.com) — Newport News City Council has unanimously approved Iverson Landing, an Allen Iverson-backed affordable housing project in Denbigh that will add 120 apartments for local families. After earlier roadblocks over traffic near Fort Eustis, developers agreed to road widening and a new turn lane as city leaders frame the project as key to expanding housing access.
   

• Newport News felon charged in armed Truist Bank robbery (shorenewsnetwork.com) — A 38-year-old Newport News man already jailed on separate charges now faces multiple felonies tied to an October 29 armed robbery at the Truist Bank on Denbigh Boulevard. Police say he entered the bank armed and is accused of robbery, firearm offenses, and possessing burglary tools, with all charges still pending trial.
   

• Rexi the beaver receives treatment for wounds, companion Nip stays by her side (wavy.com) — A beloved beaver at Newport News’ Virginia Living Museum, Rexi, is being treated for foot wounds while her companion Nip stays off exhibit to comfort her. Animal care staff are closely monitoring Rexi, keeping her in a low-stress environment and promising public updates as she heals, so families who visit the museum know why the beavers are temporarily out of view.
   

📸 Around Newport News

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Newport News

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Saturday December 20

• YARN at Tradition Brewing
  Tradition Brewing Company , 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd , Newport News
  7:00 pm

Monday December 22

• Celebration in Lights
  Newport News Community Gardens , 13560 Jefferson Avenue , Newport News
  5:30 pm

Wednesday December 24

• Christmas Eve
  Newport News, VA Calendar Newport News, VA 23607
  8:00 am
• Celebration in Lights
  Newport News Community Gardens , 13560 Jefferson Avenue , Newport News
  5:30 pm

Thursday December 25

• Blue Collection Day
  Newport News, VA Calendar Newport News, VA 23607
• Christmas Day
  Newport News, VA Calendar Newport News, VA 23607
  8:00 am
• Celebration in Lights
  Newport News Community Gardens , 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

Friday December 26

• Red Collection Day
  Newport News, VA Calendar Newport News, VA 23607

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🗓 Events Nearby

Sunday December 21

• Christmastide in Virginia at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (Yorktown)
  American Revolution Museum at Yorktown , 200 Water St , Yorktown
  9:00 am
• Open Play at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)
  Yorktown Library , 8500 George Washington Memorial Hwy , Yorktown
  1:00 pm
• Winter Wonderettes
  Smithfield Little Theatre , 210 N Church St , Smithfield
  2:30 pm

Monday December 22

• City Council Meeting - Cancelled
  Poquoson, VA Calendar , 500 City Hall Avenue City Council Chambers , Poquoson
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Tan female dog found wandering in Hickory point/river mews.
  Almost got hit by a car so we have her warming up in the car now. If anyone has any tips on finding the owner please let me know! (Nextdoor Reservoir)
• My journey with the feral cats is coming right along.
  I’m trying to catch the last two but they’re smart and will not get into the trap. I’ve set them at least 10 times. Thanks to Brenda from… (Nextdoor Denbigh)

• Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Newport News. Apply here.
• Sam's Club posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in Newport News. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newport News here.

🗞 Nearby News

Poquoson

• Highly-Touted OL Target Returning to Clemson (theclemsoninsider.com)
• James City County extends recycling contract through next year (pilotonline.com)

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