Celebrate Black History Month with guided bus tour of Hampton’s Black history and culture sites. The 400 Years Forward Bus Tour visits the site at Fort Monroe where the first Africans in English North America arrived at Old Point Comfort in August 1619 aboard the ship, White Lion. The tour includes Fort Monroe Visitor and Education Center which features exhibits telling … [Read more...] about 400 Years Forward Bus Tour in Hampton
On The Move
Registration Open For Newport News One City Marathon
Runners take your mark – the 2022 Newport News One City Marathon with in-person races, celebrations and activities are March 5 and 6. “After hosting the 2021 One City Marathon virtually due to the pandemic, we look forward to welcoming runners, volunteers and families back to Newport News in 2022,” said Newport News Mayor McKinley L. Price, DDS. Newport News Shipbuilding … [Read more...] about Registration Open For Newport News One City Marathon
Story of Newport News Told in Virtual Tour
Newport News’ Information Technology/GIS department has designed a “story map” of the city. The “Newport News Virtual Tour Map” introduces audiences to the abundance of things to do and places to see. Story maps combine location data with photos and text to help audiences visualize the stories. They are a great tool for the public because they can be shared easily through … [Read more...] about Story of Newport News Told in Virtual Tour
Friendly Skies Coming to Newport News/Williamsburg Airport
The Newport News/Williamsburg Airport may be down but not out, with the addition of United Airlines service and other improvements coming, according to airport officials. United Airlines will provide a least two daily flights to Washington D.C.’s Dulles airport, said Executive Director Michael Giardino. When flights will begin has not been determined. “This will allow … [Read more...] about Friendly Skies Coming to Newport News/Williamsburg Airport
Warwick Little League Looks to Rebound from First Round Loss
Warwick Little League came out on the losing end of their first Southeast Regional playoff 2-7 Friday in Warner-Robbins, Georgia against Martin Count North from Florida. Warwick must win their contest against West Virginia at 10:00 a.m. Saturday to advance in the playoffs. Blake O'Berry was Warwick's starting pitcher, giving up four runs in three innings. Second baseman … [Read more...] about Warwick Little League Looks to Rebound from First Round Loss