Union Pines wrestler claims third place at national tournament
Dominic Blue, a two-time state champion, earns All-American honors at NHSCA Wrestling Nationals
Livability.com Unveils 2026 Top 100 Best Places to Live
South Rowan Freshman Wrestler Earns All-American Honors
Crime
Pedestrian Injured in Virginia Beach Crash on Norfolk Avenue
Woman hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after incident near Oceanfront

Child drowns at Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Authorities investigating incident on Atlantic Avenue
Fifth arrest made in connection with VB Oceanfront shooting
A 19-year-old Norfolk man is the last suspect arrested in the incident that injured six people earlier this month.
Weather
Firefighters Contain Virginia Beach Brush Fire
One firefighter treated for exhaustion, no other injuries reported.

Severe storms bring tornado threat to Hampton Roads on Monday
A Tornado Watch has been issued as a powerful storm system moves through the region.
Hourly Weather Forecast for Virginia Beach
Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, Virginia as of 6:10 AM UTC
Politics
Virginia Beach Proposes $2.9 Billion Budget with Personal Property Tax Relief
The budget includes funding for workforce, capital projects, and maintenance, as well as tax relief for vehicle owners.

Mysterious 'Floating Ships' Spotted Off Virginia Beach Coast
Optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions creates unusual mirage effect
Andrew Rice Wins Virginia's 98th District Special Election
Rice secures 62.5% of the vote to fill the seat of the late Del. Barry Knight
Lifestyle
Luxurious Virginia Beach Home on Private 1.12-Acre Lot Listed for $1.7M
Custom-built and recently renovated, the 6-bed, 4.5-bath property features high-end finishes and ample entertaining spaces.

Pups & Pints in Virginia Beach to close March 29
Dog-friendly bar and play space shutting down after 3 years in business
Virginia Beach's Bay Island Weathers Sewage Spill, Sinkhole Issues
Residents of the affluent coastal neighborhood face infrastructure challenges, but many remain devoted to island living.
Economics
Column: 'Cheap' renewable energy doesn't mean cheap electricity
Former Virginia energy official explains how electricity prices are actually determined in the regional grid.

Midwest Cities See Biggest Surges in Home Prices
Three Midwest markets among top 5 U.S. metros with largest year-over-year home price increases
Report: Virginians Pay $1,000 More Annually Due to Trump Tariffs
Study finds Trump's tariffs cost US households an average of $1,000 in 2025, expected to rise to $1,300 in 2026.