Local News Briefs from Hampton Roads
Here’s a quick look at some of the top stories happening around the Hampton Roads area:
Education
Bayside High School in Virginia Beach has notified families about a security breach that occurred on Tuesday. This follows a recent incident where two students were charged after a knife was found on school property.
Local Transportation
The Norfolk International Airport (ORF) will be conducting live fire training on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Traffic and Accidents
Virginia State Police (VSP) are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash on Fairview Road in Northampton County, which occurred Monday night.
Police are also on the scene of a crash on Va. Route 164 in Portsmouth.
Community Events
The Virginia State Police is hosting an open house on Saturday in Suffolk to recruit potential troopers.
Walk MS is approaching, with over 1,500 local participants actively fundraising for the cause.
Government and Legislation
Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a bill requiring all vehicle passengers, including those in the backseat, to wear seat belts while driving in Virginia.
Other News
The North Carolina Ferry Division announced its Pamlico Sound routes have switched to their spring schedule. The route which goes between Ocracoke, Cedar Island, and Swan Quarter, will now have six daily departures instead of four.
In Ocean View, someone damaged two flag stands, including one displaying a President Trump flag and another an American flag, according to video footage of the incident.
Sports Update
Norfolk State University’s football team has started spring practice with new Head Coach Michael Vick.
