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Virginia Beach Local Pulse: Voting Changes, Tech Boom, and Community Celebrations
- 2025/03/08
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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for March 8, 2025.
We're starting off with some breaking news from earlier this week. On Sunday, a fatal crash occurred on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Theodore Ford Jr., a 36-year-old Norfolk resident, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Virginia Beach Police Department is still investigating the incident and asking anyone with information to come forward.
In city hall news, there's been a significant development regarding our voting system. The City Council recently voted to halt the implementation of the 10-1 voting system for 2025, despite 81% of residents supporting it. This decision will impact how our council members are elected in the future.
On a brighter note, our local tech scene is booming. The cybersecurity job market in Virginia Beach is projected to grow by 33.4% by the end of this year. Major employers like Booz Allen Hamilton and Lockheed Martin are actively seeking talent, with entry-level salaries starting around $78,000. This is great news for anyone looking to start a career in tech.
Speaking of careers, we're excited to announce that the Virginia National Guard Association is hosting a networking event tonight at New Realm Brewing Co. on Craft Lane. It's a great opportunity for members to connect with others in the region.
In community news, we're celebrating Read Across America today and tomorrow. The City of Virginia Beach is joining the National Education Association for this event, encouraging everyone to pick up a book and share the joy of reading.
Looking ahead to the weekend, we've got some great events coming up. The Virginia Beach Fire Academy is holding a graduation ceremony for Classes 16 and 17 on Friday. It's a proud moment for our community as we welcome new firefighters to our ranks.
On the weather front, we're expecting a few showers today, so don't forget your umbrella if you're heading out. Sunday's looking cooler, so plan accordingly for any outdoor activities.
In sports news, our local high school teams have been crushing it lately. While we don't have any specific results to share today, we're always proud of our student-athletes and their dedication.
Lastly, we want to highlight a heartwarming story from our community. A local breast cancer survivor is urging Governor Youngkin to sign a bipartisan bill. Her advocacy is a testament to the strength and resilience of our Virginia Beach residents.
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We're starting off with some breaking news from earlier this week. On Sunday, a fatal crash occurred on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Theodore Ford Jr., a 36-year-old Norfolk resident, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Virginia Beach Police Department is still investigating the incident and asking anyone with information to come forward.
In city hall news, there's been a significant development regarding our voting system. The City Council recently voted to halt the implementation of the 10-1 voting system for 2025, despite 81% of residents supporting it. This decision will impact how our council members are elected in the future.
On a brighter note, our local tech scene is booming. The cybersecurity job market in Virginia Beach is projected to grow by 33.4% by the end of this year. Major employers like Booz Allen Hamilton and Lockheed Martin are actively seeking talent, with entry-level salaries starting around $78,000. This is great news for anyone looking to start a career in tech.
Speaking of careers, we're excited to announce that the Virginia National Guard Association is hosting a networking event tonight at New Realm Brewing Co. on Craft Lane. It's a great opportunity for members to connect with others in the region.
In community news, we're celebrating Read Across America today and tomorrow. The City of Virginia Beach is joining the National Education Association for this event, encouraging everyone to pick up a book and share the joy of reading.
Looking ahead to the weekend, we've got some great events coming up. The Virginia Beach Fire Academy is holding a graduation ceremony for Classes 16 and 17 on Friday. It's a proud moment for our community as we welcome new firefighters to our ranks.
On the weather front, we're expecting a few showers today, so don't forget your umbrella if you're heading out. Sunday's looking cooler, so plan accordingly for any outdoor activities.
In sports news, our local high school teams have been crushing it lately. While we don't have any specific results to share today, we're always proud of our student-athletes and their dedication.
Lastly, we want to highlight a heartwarming story from our community. A local breast cancer survivor is urging Governor Youngkin to sign a bipartisan bill. Her advocacy is a testament to the strength and resilience of our Virginia Beach residents.
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.