Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, October thirty-first, twenty twenty-five.We start with breaking news from city hall. Virginia Beach officials are inviting all residents to weigh in on a crucial charter amendment during the public hearing set for November twelfth at City Hall on Courthouse Drive. The council is considering stricter rules for rezoning south of the blue line and new requirements before extending public water and sewer services. These decisions could affect future development and daily life for many of us, so now is the time to get involved.Turning to today’s weather, the Halloween morning begins breezy with scattered light rain and temperatures around fifty-eight degrees. Expect occasional sprinkles and high humidity as you head out to work or school, but by evening, showers should taper off, leaving cooler, overcast conditions for trick-or-treaters along Atlantic Avenue and the Oceanfront. Looking ahead, the weekend promises full sunshine, gentle winds, and highs in the low sixties–perfect for outdoor events or fall yardwork.In the job market, we have some positive news from the professional sector. Sands Anderson, a prominent law firm, is expanding its Virginia Beach office with the addition of two government attorneys, demonstrating confidence in our region’s growth. For those seeking opportunities outside legal work, hiring remains steady for hospitality and local retail, which is vital as we move into the holiday season.On the real estate front, activity has slowed a bit, with buyers pulling back in the face of recent government shutdown concerns. According to Realtor.com, Virginia Beach is among the markets seeing fewer home sales, but agents are optimistic that stability will return as buyers adjust to new financial realities. Typical listings are fetching prices near half a million dollars, with condos scattered along Shore Drive attracting plenty of young professionals.Let’s spotlight community events now. Tonight, Mount Trashmore Park hosts a family-friendly Halloween festival, complete with live music, local food trucks, and a kids’ costume parade starting at six. Tomorrow, the Farmers Market on Dam Neck Road is open for fall produce and crafts, and Saturday brings a charity run supporting veterans along the Boardwalk.In local schools, congratulations are in order for Bayside High’s robotics team, which took home first place at yesterday’s Beach District Tournament. On the sports field, Princess Anne High clinched a win against Ocean Lakes, advancing in the regional football playoffs–energy was high last night on Holland Road!Turning to public safety, Virginia Beach Police are reporting a rise in swatting hoax calls, which are causing concern across neighborhoods from Lynnhaven to Red Mill. Officers urge us all to be cautious and remind parents to discuss emergency protocols with their kids. Thankfully, major incidents overnight were limited, and Halloween patrols will be out in full force across town.On a positive note, members of First Baptist Church launched the Virginia for Jamaica campaign yesterday, raising thousands for hurricane relief—proof that even as the weather changes, our community spirit only strengthens.That wraps up today’s Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Thanks for joining us and don’t forget to subscribe. 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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