Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, November 1, 2025. We wake up to a chilly but sunny start, with our high reaching about 62 degrees and a light west wind making for a crisp, classic fall day. Clouds drift in this evening and low temperatures will dip into the mid 30s, so let’s bundle up if we are heading out late. Looking ahead, Sunday brings another mild afternoon, but keep an umbrella handy for possible showers overnight.We are just days away from Election Day and Virginia Beach is in the national spotlight. Early voting ends today and poll watchers are seeing strong turnout, fueled in part by the tight races up and down the ballot. Former President Barack Obama swings through nearby Norfolk this morning to rally Democrats and boost gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger. She currently leads the polls by about ten points over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, setting up the potential for Virginia to elect its first woman governor. Attorney General Jason Miyares, a Virginia Beach resident, is also in a tight contest, and the balance of power in Richmond could hinge on just a few thousand votes. Both parties are holding get-out-the-vote rallies across Hampton Roads this weekend.At City Hall, officials are asking us for input on the future of Town Center. The city wants feedback on everything from parking garages and free events to improving public spaces and adding more public art. Now is our chance to help shape the heart of Virginia Beach, and online surveys are open for all residents.In local business, coffee lovers can rejoice as Blackbird Café opens today on Laskin Road, specializing in locally roasted brews and fresh pastries. Meanwhile, long-time surf shop Neptune’s Board Barn on Atlantic Avenue is sadly closing after 27 years, as rising rent and online competition take a toll. On the jobs front, the Virginia Beach job market remains steady, with about 1,400 new openings listed across hospitality and healthcare, and local recruiters say seasonal hiring will stay strong through December.For housing, there’s some welcome news for first-time buyers as several new townhomes along Holland Road have come on the market below the city’s median price, and realtors report an uptick in showings this week as mortgage rates begin to ease slightly nationwide.Turning to community spirit, the Oceanfront Fall Festival kicks off this afternoon at 24th Street Park with live music, food trucks, and kids’ games. Tomorrow, Mount Trashmore hosts the Veterans Honor Run, supporting local service members and families. Local schools are celebrating some big wins too. The Princess Anne High volleyball team advanced to regionals last night, and Landstown’s marching band took home first place at the state championship—a huge congratulations to all our student competitors.In sports, the high school football playoffs are heating up, with Cox and Salem both heading to the second round after dominating wins last night. At the rec level, the Virginia Beach Vipers youth soccer team clinched their first undefeated season, making parents and coaches proud.On the public safety front, Virginia Beach Police report a quiet Halloween night with only a handful of minor incidents, thanks to increased patrols along Lynnhaven Parkway and the Oceanfront. One notable arrest involved a suspected car break-in on Rosemont Road; a suspect is in custody and no injuries were reported. Police remind us to lock up our vehicles and report any suspicious activity as holiday shopping ramps up.We close with a feel-good note—a local couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a surprise block party organized by neighbors on Grand Bay Drive. Their secret? “Never go to bed angry and always share dessert.” Stories like this remind us what makes our city strong.Thank you for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe to stay connected with your Virginia Beach community. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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