🌱 Harborfest Returns + Norfolk Health Dept. Texts Not A Scam

Morning, people of Norfolk! Sean Peek here with today's copy of theNorfolk Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cold. High: 39 Low: 27.

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Here are the top three stories today in Norfolk:

1. For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, Norfolk Harborfest will be returning in person to Norfolk Festivents this year. Organizers with Festivents announced that the longstanding music, food, and maritime festival will take place from Jun. 10-Jun. 12; tickets are available for purchase now. The remainder of the 2022 season will be filled with both new events and longstanding traditions. (WAVY.com)
2. Officials with the Norfolk Health Department want to remind people who may receive a robocall or text reminder to get their COVID-19 booster shot that this is not a scam. The links and contact information in the message are safe to use. This initiative has also been launched in Hampton Roads and other areas of Virginia. (WAVY.com)
3. The Norfolk City Council approved funding for the Granby Street Bike Lanes Project during Tuesday's meeting. The funds will come from an $822,000 sum the city received from the Virginia Department of Transportation nearly six years ago. (13newsnow.com WVEC)

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Today in Norfolk:

• The Muse Book Sale - EXTENDED! - The Muse Writers Center (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• A Norfolk artist who explores stuttering, Blackness, and history has been awarded a $50,000 grant and fellowship. (The Virginian-Pilot)
• A car crashed into an unoccupied home in Norfolk amid Saturday's winter weather. The house was unoccupied at the time of the crash; the driver also left the scene before police arrived. (13newsnow.com WVEC)
• The city of Norfolk is seeking public feedback on how to use its American Rescue Plan Act funding. Make your voice heard through comment card drop boxes located throughout Norfolk or by attending a virtual town hall this evening at 6:00 p.m. You can also fill out the city's online survey, use the Prioritize tool, or email the city directly. (WAVY.com)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll see you soon.

— 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.