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"Virginia Beach Update: Breezy Beaches, Civic Pride, and Thriving Local Economy"
Published 8 months, 3 weeks ago
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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, August 3rd, 2025.
We wake up to a gentle breeze off the ocean. According to the National Weather Service, it is partly sunny and breezy today with highs in the lower eighties. If you are heading out to the Boardwalk or Sandbridge, expect northeast winds up to twenty miles per hour and gusts possibly reaching thirty. Tonight stays mild with lows in the lower seventies. Looking ahead to the coming week, we are expecting plenty of sun Monday and Tuesday, with only a slight chance for a light afternoon shower midweek. Beachgoers should be aware there is a beach hazards statement in effect through the evening, so keep an eye on the waves and flags as you plan that swim.
We begin with breaking news from our community this morning. Yesterday, we joined together at the oceanfront for the Extortion 17 Honor Ride send-off, remembering the heroes lost and supporting our veterans and first responders. Spirits were high and turnout was strong, showing the best of Virginia Beach civic pride.
On the real estate front, Virginia Beach continues to shine as one of America’s favorite cities. A new YouGov national poll puts us near the top in net favorability, right alongside San Diego and Colorado Springs. Our beautiful neighborhoods and strong local culture are apparently driving the interest, despite some nearby cities seeing more people moving in this year. Several new families are closing on homes near Red Mill and Princess Anne, where prices average just above four hundred thousand.
For those looking for work, the job market remains steady, with hospitality and healthcare showing the most movement. Summer brings seasonal hires for our oceanfront hotels and restaurants, while Sentara just announced twenty new openings across their local clinics. Business activity is solid. Several new small businesses opened their doors near Town Center this week, including a family-run café and an independent bookstore, while a few long-standing shops on Atlantic Avenue are closing for renovations.
City Hall made headlines last Friday, passing a new ordinance that adjusts short-term rental guidelines around the oceanfront and Croatan neighborhoods. The goal is to balance tourism with residential peace. City leaders urge property owners to check updated requirements as enforcement steps up this month.
Culture is alive this weekend. The Sandler Center is hosting a sold-out jazz showcase tonight, and right on the Boardwalk, the Grace Good Redemption Show draws big crowds as the performer returns after her hard fall last year—listeners can feel the buzz. Over at First Presbyterian, worshippers gather this morning for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost service.
In sports, our local high school baseball team pulled off a comeback win on Friday night at the Princess Anne Recreation Center. The Virginia Beach Waves edged out the visiting Norfolk squad, bringing their winning streak to four games.
Our crime report is quiet today. No major incidents, arrests, or public safety alerts have been reported in Virginia Beach in the past twenty-four hours. In nearby Norfolk, however, police are investigating a serious Saturday afternoon shooting, but there are no threats related to our city at this time.
Before we close, we want to share a feel-good story—a local resident who moved here six years ago, Josh Kaiser, says he immediately fell in love with Virginia Beach and now volunteers at food drives and neighborhood cleanups, showing the power of giving back and community.
Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for all your local news and community stories. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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We wake up to a gentle breeze off the ocean. According to the National Weather Service, it is partly sunny and breezy today with highs in the lower eighties. If you are heading out to the Boardwalk or Sandbridge, expect northeast winds up to twenty miles per hour and gusts possibly reaching thirty. Tonight stays mild with lows in the lower seventies. Looking ahead to the coming week, we are expecting plenty of sun Monday and Tuesday, with only a slight chance for a light afternoon shower midweek. Beachgoers should be aware there is a beach hazards statement in effect through the evening, so keep an eye on the waves and flags as you plan that swim.
We begin with breaking news from our community this morning. Yesterday, we joined together at the oceanfront for the Extortion 17 Honor Ride send-off, remembering the heroes lost and supporting our veterans and first responders. Spirits were high and turnout was strong, showing the best of Virginia Beach civic pride.
On the real estate front, Virginia Beach continues to shine as one of America’s favorite cities. A new YouGov national poll puts us near the top in net favorability, right alongside San Diego and Colorado Springs. Our beautiful neighborhoods and strong local culture are apparently driving the interest, despite some nearby cities seeing more people moving in this year. Several new families are closing on homes near Red Mill and Princess Anne, where prices average just above four hundred thousand.
For those looking for work, the job market remains steady, with hospitality and healthcare showing the most movement. Summer brings seasonal hires for our oceanfront hotels and restaurants, while Sentara just announced twenty new openings across their local clinics. Business activity is solid. Several new small businesses opened their doors near Town Center this week, including a family-run café and an independent bookstore, while a few long-standing shops on Atlantic Avenue are closing for renovations.
City Hall made headlines last Friday, passing a new ordinance that adjusts short-term rental guidelines around the oceanfront and Croatan neighborhoods. The goal is to balance tourism with residential peace. City leaders urge property owners to check updated requirements as enforcement steps up this month.
Culture is alive this weekend. The Sandler Center is hosting a sold-out jazz showcase tonight, and right on the Boardwalk, the Grace Good Redemption Show draws big crowds as the performer returns after her hard fall last year—listeners can feel the buzz. Over at First Presbyterian, worshippers gather this morning for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost service.
In sports, our local high school baseball team pulled off a comeback win on Friday night at the Princess Anne Recreation Center. The Virginia Beach Waves edged out the visiting Norfolk squad, bringing their winning streak to four games.
Our crime report is quiet today. No major incidents, arrests, or public safety alerts have been reported in Virginia Beach in the past twenty-four hours. In nearby Norfolk, however, police are investigating a serious Saturday afternoon shooting, but there are no threats related to our city at this time.
Before we close, we want to share a feel-good story—a local resident who moved here six years ago, Josh Kaiser, says he immediately fell in love with Virginia Beach and now volunteers at food drives and neighborhood cleanups, showing the power of giving back and community.
Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for all your local news and community stories. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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