🌱 Harborfest Lineup Announced + Saturday Shooting Update

Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

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First, today's weather:

A heavy afternoon t-storm. High: 71 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories in Norfolk today:

1. The recent violence in Norfolk highlights the need to hire more police officers, according to Norfolk Police Chief Larry Boone. There are roughly 16 recruits in the police academy currently but there are 219 vacancies in the Norfolk Police Department. The Chief attributes the vacancies to low pay and liability concerns due to recent police reform protests. (News 3 WTKR Norfolk)
2. The 2022 Norfolk Harborfest lineup has finally been announced. The festival will be from Jun. 10 to Jun. 12 at Town Point Park. Click the link to see the full lineup featuring Michael Clark Band and DJ Canrock. (WAVY.com)
3. The Norfolk Police Chief provides an update on the Saturday shooting at Chicho's Pizza Backstage. According to the chief, the shooting started over an argument about a spilled drink. Though investigators have not yet identified a suspect, they remain optimistic due to the location of the shooting and multiple witnesses. (WTOP)

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Today in Norfolk:

• Virtual Tech Wednesdays At Larchmont Branch Library (5:00 PM)
• 48 hr Mixer At Little Theatre of Norfolk (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Honorable Dr. Kenneth C. Alexander tells the story of Evelyn Butts at Slover Library on Mar. 24. Click to register for the event. (Facebook)
• Naval Station Norfolk commemorates Women's History Month with a special meal. The event will be open to everyone with base access. (Facebook)
• The NBG Spring Plant Sale will be in-person this year. The event will be from Apr. 22 to Apr. 24. Click for more details. (Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.