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Also, don't miss Panda Express Pack for Purpose Back to School Event on the Norfolk Patch calendar

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Hey there, Norfolk! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Berkeley's Black Farmers Market is reshaping food access in Norfolk
  • See how much Norfolk's interim casino pulled in last month
  • How a Norfolk church is turning online viewers into in-person worshippers

Also on today's calendar: Panda Express Pack for Purpose Back to School Event and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, hot and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 75.
  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Black Farmers Market Brings The Farm To The City (thenewjournalandguide.com) — Norfolk's Berkeley community now hosts a twice-monthly Black Farmers Market outside E. Palmer Supermarket, bringing fresh produce, juices and handmade goods directly into the neighborhood through November. Led by the Mid-Atlantic Black Farmers Market network, the market connects residents with regional Black farmers, emphasizes healthy, seasonal food and keeps more dollars circulating in local Black-owned businesses.
   

2. Virginia casinos generate $102.48m in July revenue (focusgn.com) — Norfolk's interim gaming hall brought in about $885,000 in adjusted gaming revenue in July, all from its 132 slot machines, as part of a statewide casino total topping $102 million. The temporary facility, open since late 2025, continues operating without table games while Virginia's casino market grows.
   

3. Online Worship Expands Churches' Reach Beyond Sanctuary Walls (metrovoicenews.com) — A Norfolk congregation at Kingdom Embassy Ministries is blending in-person worship with robust online services to keep local members, including seniors, connected while reaching viewers as far away as Tanzania. Church leaders say digital tools help draw people into the Norfolk sanctuary rather than replace gathering together.
   

4. Admirals re-sign Hebert (prohockeynews.com) — Norfolk hockey fans can look forward to another season with forward Grant Hebert, who has re-signed with the Norfolk Admirals for 2026-27 after a breakout year. The 27-year-old posted career highs across the board last season and previously played in Canada, Europe, and the ECHL before landing in Norfolk.
   

5. Virginia sees record train ridership as passenger rail expands (wavy.com) — Norfolk riders are part of a record surge in Virginia's state-supported Amtrak routes, which link the city to Washington, D.C. and points north. Expanded service, renovated stations, and major state investment have helped more than double ridership on all four key lines compared with last year.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I found a dog near in Chesapeake near Edgewood ave just wondering she is SKIN and bones I've given her food and water and she is with me currently I'm just not sure where to take her, can someone help me find a location??
    I'm sorry I'm not from here Thanks in advance (Nextdoor Ghent)
  • I've posted online and made some calls the city told us if he's not hurt he's free to roam.
    I've seen him for months and now he won't leave my backyard. A lot of places are not answering so I'm not sure what my next move is. He's adorable… (Nextdoor Crown Point)
  • Unifi Aviation, LLC posted a job opening for Airport Ramp Agent (Delta) - ORF in Norfolk. Apply here.
  • Waterside District posted a job opening for Porter/Maintenace in Norfolk. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norfolk here.

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: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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