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Hello Newport News! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Newport News' new wish list could change housing and jobs
  • How this weekend's city hiring fair could speed up leak repairs
  • What 414 new maritime jobs could mean for Newport News workers

Also on today's calendar: Higher Purpose Consulting LLC presents Health & Well-Being Conference & Expo and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Variable cloudiness, with a high of 70 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 74, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Newport News wants to beef up aviation workforce training (pilotonline.com) — Newport News leaders are seeking $3 million in state support to expand aviation workforce training at Newport News-Williamsburg Airport while also advancing new local housing relief tools. City Council approved a legislative agenda that includes a new income-based homeowner aid program, potential renter assistance, and a review of funding for the local Alcohol Safety Action Program serving the Peninsula.
   

2. Newport News holds hiring event to fill Waterworks, Public Works vacancies (wtkr.com) — Newport News residents can explore dozens of job openings with Waterworks and Public Works at a joint hiring event this Saturday on Oyster Point Road. With about 20% of Waterworks positions vacant and a 90-day leak repair backlog, city officials hope new hires will speed up service and reduce delays across Newport News and neighboring localities.
   

3. $180M ship repair and maritime manufacturing investment to bring 400 jobs to Newport News (dailypress.com) — Newport News is set to gain 414 new maritime jobs as S23 Holdings invests $180 million to expand its River Port ship repair and manufacturing complex near the Monitor-Merrimac Bridge-Tunnel. The project will add a new shiplift, more production space, and strengthened workforce training partnerships, reinforcing the city's role as a regional maritime hub.
   

4. Army identifies 19th US service member to die amid Iran war (militarytimes.com) — Newport News appears in the life story of Capt. Bianca Wilkerson, who once served as an executive officer with a transportation company based in the city before moving into active-duty roles. The article details her non-combat death while supporting operations in the Middle East, her Army career, decorations, and the way colleagues remember her leadership and character.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update.
    Dog wasn't claimed so he is at local shelter in Newport News and will be held for 10 days. If not claimed he can be adopted. He is a very sweet dog… (Nextdoor Beechmont)
  • Just saw a new sign in a crate up in Yorktown.
    This is the Dutch Bros Coffee sign. They were all over when I lived in Oregon. I'm guessing their coffee is coming soon to maybe Yorktown. (Nextdoor Victoria Park)
  • Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate at Walmart in Newport News, Virginia in Newport News. Apply here.
  • Subway posted a job opening for Sandwich Artist in Newport News. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newport News here.

Ok Newport News! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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