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Honoring Fallen Officers, Booming Tech Sector, and Community Inspiration in Virginia Beach.
- 2025/03/01
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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for March 1, 2025.
Our city continues to mourn the loss of Officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin. Today, we'll gather to pay our final respects at their funeral service, scheduled for 2 p.m. at Rock Church on Kempsville Road. Governor Youngkin has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of our fallen heroes. The community's outpouring of support has been overwhelming, with local businesses and residents lining the streets with blue ribbons and flags.
In other news, the Virginia Beach Sports Center is wrapping up a historic week of collegiate athletics. The facility has hosted three NCAA Division I Indoor Track & Field Conference Championships, showcasing top talent from the CAA, A-10, and MEAC. This event has put our city in the national spotlight and boosted local businesses.
On the job front, Virginia Beach has been named one of the best places to find work in 2025. We're ranked 21st in the nation for job market strength, with particular growth in the tech and cybersecurity sectors. Speaking of tech, the Virginia Beach cybersecurity job market is booming, with projections showing a 31.5% growth through 2026. Entry-level salaries in this field start at around $78,000, making it an attractive option for recent graduates and career changers.
In real estate, the market remains competitive. The average home price in Virginia Beach is now hovering around $425,000, up 5% from last year. New developments are popping up along Shore Drive and in the Oceanfront area to meet growing demand.
Today's weather looks perfect for outdoor activities. We're expecting sunny skies with a high of 72 degrees. It's a great day to hit the boardwalk or check out the new pop-up art installations at the ViBe Creative District.
In public safety news, police are urging residents to be vigilant following a string of car break-ins near Town Center. Remember to lock your vehicles and don't leave valuables in plain sight.
On a lighter note, congratulations to the Cox High School debate team for their state championship win yesterday. And don't forget, the annual St. Patrick's Day parade kicks off next weekend on Atlantic Avenue.
Looking ahead, City Council will meet on Tuesday to discuss proposed updates to the flood mitigation plan. This could impact residents in flood-prone areas, so we encourage you to attend or watch the livestream.
Finally, a heartwarming story from our community: local fifth-grader Sophia Martinez has raised over $10,000 for the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters through her lemonade stand initiative. Way to go, Sophia!
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
Our city continues to mourn the loss of Officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin. Today, we'll gather to pay our final respects at their funeral service, scheduled for 2 p.m. at Rock Church on Kempsville Road. Governor Youngkin has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of our fallen heroes. The community's outpouring of support has been overwhelming, with local businesses and residents lining the streets with blue ribbons and flags.
In other news, the Virginia Beach Sports Center is wrapping up a historic week of collegiate athletics. The facility has hosted three NCAA Division I Indoor Track & Field Conference Championships, showcasing top talent from the CAA, A-10, and MEAC. This event has put our city in the national spotlight and boosted local businesses.
On the job front, Virginia Beach has been named one of the best places to find work in 2025. We're ranked 21st in the nation for job market strength, with particular growth in the tech and cybersecurity sectors. Speaking of tech, the Virginia Beach cybersecurity job market is booming, with projections showing a 31.5% growth through 2026. Entry-level salaries in this field start at around $78,000, making it an attractive option for recent graduates and career changers.
In real estate, the market remains competitive. The average home price in Virginia Beach is now hovering around $425,000, up 5% from last year. New developments are popping up along Shore Drive and in the Oceanfront area to meet growing demand.
Today's weather looks perfect for outdoor activities. We're expecting sunny skies with a high of 72 degrees. It's a great day to hit the boardwalk or check out the new pop-up art installations at the ViBe Creative District.
In public safety news, police are urging residents to be vigilant following a string of car break-ins near Town Center. Remember to lock your vehicles and don't leave valuables in plain sight.
On a lighter note, congratulations to the Cox High School debate team for their state championship win yesterday. And don't forget, the annual St. Patrick's Day parade kicks off next weekend on Atlantic Avenue.
Looking ahead, City Council will meet on Tuesday to discuss proposed updates to the flood mitigation plan. This could impact residents in flood-prone areas, so we encourage you to attend or watch the livestream.
Finally, a heartwarming story from our community: local fifth-grader Sophia Martinez has raised over $10,000 for the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters through her lemonade stand initiative. Way to go, Sophia!
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.