Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, November 21, 2025. As we kick off our day, the skies over Virginia Beach look mostly cloudy with some on and off rain in the forecast, and temperatures hovering around the upper fifties. We should keep umbrellas handy today because scattered showers will likely move in later, possibly sticking around into tonight and the first half of Saturday. Winds from the southwest will bring some gusts, and the streets around Lynnhaven and Oceanfront could be slick, so let’s drive carefully.Our top story this morning comes from Virginia Beach City Hall, where the City Council and School Board have started work on the city’s budget for the next fiscal year. At their joint meeting, council members learned that while the local economy is stable, real estate tax revenues will grow more slowly than usual, in part because more properties are qualifying for disabled veterans’ tax relief. On the school side, federal funding is set to climb a bit next year before leveling off, but costs for special education and at-risk students continue to rise. Workshop sessions and public budget hearings are scheduled starting in February, so we’ll all have opportunities to share our thoughts and watch how these decisions will affect our communities for years to come.There’s a major development in local government representation: The City Council has unanimously voted to support a district-only elections system, moving away from at-large votes. This charter amendment means we’ll pick our representatives by neighborhood, and if it’s approved, it could reshape how each part of Virginia Beach is represented on council in the years ahead.In business news, community action is making headlines near Great Neck. Following months of concern after a deadly shooting, Central 111 and Venue 112 at the Renaissance Shopping Center have closed after surrendering their liquor licenses. Neighbors say this decision, led by Councilman Stacy Cummings, is a win for safety and a demonstration of what can happen when people come together to speak up. However, some local workers are now looking for new jobs as a result.Turning to positive news along our beaches, work has restarted on the Virginia Beach replenishment project. This means renewed efforts to protect and restore our shoreline in time for the winter season. Expect to see heavy equipment near First Landing and along the boardwalk as crews reinforce dunes and prepare for storms.Our schools have something to celebrate, too. The council has approved a one-time five point eight million dollar payment to shore up the school division’s health insurance fund. This will help keep teachers and staff protected as budgets tighten.Now for crime and public safety. Norfolk Police have arrested a Virginia Beach man in connection with a September homicide near East 28th Street in the Villa Heights neighborhood. The alleged suspect, nineteen-year-old Pierre Delaigle, is being held without bond. Authorities remind us to stay aware and urge neighbors to help investigations by registering security cameras and reporting any suspicious activity.Looking ahead to the weekend, rain will linger into Saturday morning but by Sunday, we’ll see sunshine and crisp air, perfect for a walk down the boardwalk or a family day in Mount Trashmore Park.For music lovers and families, the ViBE District hosts local bands and art pop-ups tomorrow night. Meanwhile, Thanksgiving food drives are collecting donations all weekend at Town Center and Kempsville High. High school volleyball teams wrapped up regional play last night, and Cox High’s girls clinched a spot in the state championship, bringing home pride for their community.To end on a heartwarming note, neighbors in Aragona Village have rallied behind a family whose home was damaged by fire earlier this week, collecting supplies and raising over twelve thousand dollars in relief through local churches and businesses.That’s all for today in Virginia Beach. Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe for your daily dose of Local Pulse. 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 quiet please 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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