Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Wednesday, November 27, 2024. We're starting with a look at the city's Thanksgiving operating schedule. In observance of Thanksgiving, various city facilities and state agencies will have different closure schedules. The Commonwealth's Attorney's Office, TCC/City Joint-Use Library, Virginia Beach Circuit Court, and the Virginia Beach Department of Public Health will close at noon today and remain closed through Friday, November 29. All Virginia Beach government administrative offices, public libraries, and the Bruce W. Edwards VBEMS Headquarters and Training Center will be closed on Thursday and Friday. Solid waste and recycling collection will not be provided on Thanksgiving Day, but residents who normally receive these services on Thursdays will instead receive them on Saturday, November 30[1].Moving on to local news, there have been several significant incidents in the past few days. A Virginia Beach police officer was involved in a shooting near Town Center, and two suspects appeared in court for the shooting of Landyn Davis[3]. Additionally, a man was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after an overnight shooting in Portsmouth[4].In terms of job market updates, there haven't been any major hiring announcements or new job postings from top local employers in the past few days. However, it's worth noting that the city's unemployment rate has been stable, reflecting the overall economic stability in the area.In real estate news, there haven't been any notable commercial or residential property sales or new development projects announced recently. However, the city continues to see steady interest in new construction and property developments.From City Hall, we have updates on decisions that affect daily life. The city has announced its holiday operating schedule, which includes closures of various facilities and adjustments to waste collection services. Residents are advised to check the city's website for specific details on facility closures and service adjustments.Weather-wise, today is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 58 degrees. There's a chance of showers later in the week, so it's a good idea to check the forecast before planning outdoor activities.In new business activity, the Asian-themed iNoodle restaurant and Frytopia have recently opened, and Wayback Burgers is set to open soon[4]. These new additions to the local dining scene offer a variety of options for residents and visitors.Looking ahead to community events, the Virginia Beach Christmas Market will be open at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on Friday, November 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event is a great opportunity to get into the holiday spirit and support local vendors.In local school achievements, Great Bridge defeated Princess Anne 3-2 in a recent match at Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake[4]. Congratulations to the teams on a great game.Finally, in today's crime report, we have a few incidents to note. A pedestrian crash in Norfolk left a man with life-threatening injuries, and a car crashed into a power pole in Suffolk, closing down Holiday Street[5]. These incidents highlight the importance of staying vigilant and safe on our roads.This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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