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Sunny weekend ahead, stolen car chase, new Oceanfront market, and community cleanups in Virginia Beach
Published 7 months, 1 week ago
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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, September 13, 2025.
We wake up to a partly sunny day with highs expected in the mid seventies. Northeasterly winds may gust up to twenty-five miles per hour, making it feel crisp but still inviting for outdoor plans. The skies will stay mostly clear into the night with lows dipping to the mid sixties, so if you’re heading out to dinner or an evening event, just bring a light jacket. Looking ahead, expect similar pleasant weather through Sunday, with a slight uptick in clouds early next week and just a small chance of showers on Monday and Tuesday. Overall, it’s a gorgeous weekend to be outdoors.
Breaking overnight, city police responded to an incident near Independence Boulevard involving a stolen vehicle pursuit. The suspect was safely apprehended by officers just after two AM. Investigators ask anyone with information or home security footage in the area to contact the Virginia Beach Police Department. No injuries were reported, and there is no outstanding public safety threat at this time.
Over at city hall, the council is set to review proposed zoning updates for Princess Anne Road on Monday. These changes aim to spur more mixed-use development, with a focus on affordable housing and new retail spaces. If approved, we could see up to two hundred new apartment units and several shops breaking ground as soon as spring next year. Local business leaders have voiced cautious optimism, hoping the updates bring more jobs and vibrancy to the corridor.
Speaking of business, Oceanfront is buzzing with news of a new local favorite: The Sunrise Market on Atlantic Avenue opened Friday. The owners say they're bringing fresh produce, baked goods, and coffee to the boardwalk, supporting regional farmers and offering jobs for about fifteen staffers. Meanwhile, longtime bookstore Willow Reads on Laskin Road announced it will close at the end of September, citing rising rent costs. Many residents are sad to see an indie staple go.
For job seekers, the latest city report shows unemployment steady at about four percent. Major openings this week include positions at Sentara Hospital, and seasonal staff for the Virginia Aquarium. The tourism season may be winding down, but there’s clear demand as local businesses ramp up for fall.
Turning to real estate, single-family home sales ticked up slightly, with the median price now holding near four hundred forty thousand dollars. Realtors say buyer interest is strong but inventory remains tight across neighborhoods like Little Neck and Thalia.
This weekend, there’s plenty to enjoy. The Neptune Festival kicks off with live music on the beach tonight, including a set by the local band Saltwater Soul. Kempsville High’s varsity boys volleyball team will face Great Bridge at home later today, a matchup drawing plenty of student support and community pride. If you’re near the sports complex, expect extra traffic.
Kids at Ocean Lakes Elementary celebrated a big achievement this week, landing second place in the state’s STEM challenge. Their teachers say the secret was teamwork and a love for hands-on science.
Finally, as a feel-good note, volunteers gathered yesterday morning at Mount Trashmore Park to clean up litter and plant wildflowers. Led by City Green Team, their effort made a visible difference and inspired families who joined in for the first time.
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We wake up to a partly sunny day with highs expected in the mid seventies. Northeasterly winds may gust up to twenty-five miles per hour, making it feel crisp but still inviting for outdoor plans. The skies will stay mostly clear into the night with lows dipping to the mid sixties, so if you’re heading out to dinner or an evening event, just bring a light jacket. Looking ahead, expect similar pleasant weather through Sunday, with a slight uptick in clouds early next week and just a small chance of showers on Monday and Tuesday. Overall, it’s a gorgeous weekend to be outdoors.
Breaking overnight, city police responded to an incident near Independence Boulevard involving a stolen vehicle pursuit. The suspect was safely apprehended by officers just after two AM. Investigators ask anyone with information or home security footage in the area to contact the Virginia Beach Police Department. No injuries were reported, and there is no outstanding public safety threat at this time.
Over at city hall, the council is set to review proposed zoning updates for Princess Anne Road on Monday. These changes aim to spur more mixed-use development, with a focus on affordable housing and new retail spaces. If approved, we could see up to two hundred new apartment units and several shops breaking ground as soon as spring next year. Local business leaders have voiced cautious optimism, hoping the updates bring more jobs and vibrancy to the corridor.
Speaking of business, Oceanfront is buzzing with news of a new local favorite: The Sunrise Market on Atlantic Avenue opened Friday. The owners say they're bringing fresh produce, baked goods, and coffee to the boardwalk, supporting regional farmers and offering jobs for about fifteen staffers. Meanwhile, longtime bookstore Willow Reads on Laskin Road announced it will close at the end of September, citing rising rent costs. Many residents are sad to see an indie staple go.
For job seekers, the latest city report shows unemployment steady at about four percent. Major openings this week include positions at Sentara Hospital, and seasonal staff for the Virginia Aquarium. The tourism season may be winding down, but there’s clear demand as local businesses ramp up for fall.
Turning to real estate, single-family home sales ticked up slightly, with the median price now holding near four hundred forty thousand dollars. Realtors say buyer interest is strong but inventory remains tight across neighborhoods like Little Neck and Thalia.
This weekend, there’s plenty to enjoy. The Neptune Festival kicks off with live music on the beach tonight, including a set by the local band Saltwater Soul. Kempsville High’s varsity boys volleyball team will face Great Bridge at home later today, a matchup drawing plenty of student support and community pride. If you’re near the sports complex, expect extra traffic.
Kids at Ocean Lakes Elementary celebrated a big achievement this week, landing second place in the state’s STEM challenge. Their teachers say the secret was teamwork and a love for hands-on science.
Finally, as a feel-good note, volunteers gathered yesterday morning at Mount Trashmore Park to clean up litter and plant wildflowers. Led by City Green Team, their effort made a visible difference and inspired families who joined in for the first time.
Thanks for tuning in to Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Don’t forget to subscribe for all your local updates and stories. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial I