🌱 Virginia Arts Festival Begins + Chrysler Hall Renovations

Happy Friday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know going on locallytoday.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds and sunshine. High: 63 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories today in Norfolk:

1. This year's Virginia Arts Festival begins with American Ballet Theater's Don Quixote performance on Mar. 25. This is the American Ballet Theater first performed at the festival ten years ago and some scheduling luck this season finally allows them to return. Click the link to see the festival's full schedule and to get tickets. (WAVY.com)
2. Norfolk city manager Larry Filer has recommended that Chrysler Hall renovations be tabled. The main reason for the proposed delay is ballooning renovation costs. The price tag currently sits at $90 million but it was estimated to be $50 million before the COVID-19 pandemic started. (WAVY.com)
3. Norfolk developers of the Headwaters Resort & Casino proposed to the Norfolk City Council a limited temporary gaming facility inside Harbor Park. The proposal would bring gambling to their minor league baseball park before the casino is finished next door. The developers would need to secure a facility operator license before they can begin operations. (The Virginian-Pilot)

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Today in Norfolk:

• The Marriage of Figaro At Neon District (8:00 PM)
• The Ribbon Mill At Little Theatre of Norfolk (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Slover Library is holding its Earth Day Photo Contest. Click to submit your best shot. (Facebook)
• Naval Station Norfolk remembers the life and legacy of Petty Officer Mark Mayo. Click to read the story of his heroism. (Facebook)
• Your scouts can learn their Into the Woods Adventure pin this weekend at Norfolk Botanical Garden. Click here to register. (Facebook)

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— 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.