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🌱 Patch AM: How does Norfolk really stack up in paying down household debt?

Also check out Emo Night Brooklyn on the Norfolk Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • How does Norfolk really stack up in paying down household debt?

Also on today's calendar: Emo Night Brooklyn and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 72 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 87, low: 72. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Lots of sun; hot and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• This VA City Leads The State In Paying Down Household Debt (patch.com) — New data show how Norfolk households compare statewide in paying down debt, with Chesapeake leading Virginia and Norfolk landing mid‑pack in WalletHub's rankings. The report tracks changes in mortgages, credit cards, and other loans between late 2025 and early 2026, offering Norfolk residents a snapshot of local financial trends against national patterns.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Portsmouth

  • 'To maintain safety': Portsmouth police defend Flock cameras as neighbors raise privacy concerns (wtkr.com)
  • Virginia Lottery warns against scams involving lottery official impersonators (wavy.com)
  • Eight years of sweepstakes slots changed what free-to-play means in the U.S. (augustafreepress.com)

Hampton

  • Trustee's Sale205 HICKORY ST, HAMPTON, VA 23669(Parcel ID: 8003049) (dailypress.com)

Ok Norfolk! 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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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