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Good morning to you Norfolk! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Norfolk's first Black juvenile judge changed the city's courts
  • What Norfolk residents are being asked to do about the drought.
  • See how Norfolk neighbors experiencing homelessness share their stories through art.

Also on today's calendar: "Native: Richard Wright & Paul Green" Play by Ian Finley and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Humid with showers around, with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Part Three: Judge Lester V. Moore, Jr. Rise & Fall of Voting Rights Act (thenewjournalandguide.com) — Norfolk readers get a detailed look at how Judge Lester V. Moore Jr.'s 1976 appointment to the city's Juvenile and Domestic Court marked a turning point in ending an all‑white local judiciary. The story traces his Norfolk roots, the political fight for Black judgeships, and how local leaders leveraged new Voting Rights Act power to reshape representation in the city's courts.
   

2. Norfolk, Virginia Beach Urge Residents to Cut Water Use (tidewaternews.com) — Norfolk officials are asking residents to voluntarily cut back on nonessential water use as drought conditions linger across Hampton Roads. Neighbors are urged to limit lawn watering, car washing, and other discretionary uses to help protect local supplies and potentially avoid stricter mandatory restrictions if dry weather continues.
   

3. Artwork by individuals affected by homelessness on display at The Slover (13newsnow.com) — Norfolk residents can visit The Slover's downtown library branch today and Tuesday to see "The Art of Being Seen," artwork created by people affected by homelessness through the Norfolk Street Choir Project. The free fifth-floor exhibit showcases expressive pieces, highlights local support services, and invites the community to better understand and connect with neighbors experiencing housing insecurity.
   

4. Norfolk-Based dog nominated for national Hero Dog Award (wavy.com) — A Norfolk-based Labrador named Sage, who lives aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, has been named a semifinalist in the American Humane Hero Dog Awards' military dog category. After an 11‑month deployment supporting sailors' morale and mental health, she's now counting on public votes to reach the finals, giving Norfolk residents a hometown favorite to support.
   

5. Norfolk Fall Wine Festival! (audacy.com) — Norfolk residents can win free tickets this week to the 38th Annual Town Point Virginia Fall Wine Festival, happening October 17 at Town Point Park downtown. To enter, listen to WPTE-FM between September 14–18 and call when prompted; winners must redeem electronic tickets via a mobile ticketing app and follow any COVID-related rules set by organizers and authorities.
   

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  • Found this guy last night.
    No collar. Anyone know who he belongs to? He followed me inside and has been enjoying tug of war with my roommates dog. He has a microchip but the… (Nextdoor Crossroads)
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    A dog who went missing in Norfolk, VA, has been safely reunited with their family after 2 hours, 45 minutes. Message from Finder: "He is sweet boy I… (Nextdoor Bay View North)
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  • SiteOne Landscape Supply posted a job opening for Department Manager - Irrigation - Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish) in Norfolk. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norfolk here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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