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Virginia Beach Update: Infrastructure Funding, Crime Concerns, and Community Initiatives
- 2025/04/22
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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
We begin today with breaking news out of city hall. The state has just released a major six-year, seven-billion-dollar funding plan for capital improvement projects across Virginia. This is expected to have a big impact here in Virginia Beach, with anticipated upgrades to infrastructure, schools, and public spaces. We’ll keep a close eye on how these funds will be allocated locally, but early word is that transportation and school facility projects are in the spotlight.
On the public safety front, Virginia Beach police are increasing their presence at the Oceanfront after a weekend shooting near 17th Street. Fortunately, no one was hurt, and police quickly arrested a suspect, Xavier Gatling of Georgia. Authorities say more patrols, including officers on foot and motorcycles, will be out as the crowds build along Atlantic Avenue in the warmer months. Just a reminder: police tech like FLOCK cameras and ShotSpotter is now in use to help keep the area safe, and local businesses insist they’re open and resilient.
However, there’s concern after three separate shootings in the city on Monday, leaving six people injured. Incidents occurred on Budding Avenue, Sassafras Court, and other neighborhoods, including a teen and two men caught in crossfire during a robbery. Police stress that a lot of crime guns are stolen from unlocked cars—a reminder for all of us to secure our vehicles and report suspicious activity. Officers say more than 40 cars were broken into recently, with three guns stolen just last week. Public conversations around safe storage are growing, with advocacy groups pushing for tighter laws and community education.
Shifting gears, the weather is looking much improved for today. After yesterday’s rain, we’ll see partly sunny skies, highs in the mid-60s, and a gentle breeze—perfect for an afternoon stroll at Mount Trashmore Park or a visit to the boardwalk. The rest of the week should bring more spring sunshine and rising temps.
If you’re hunting for a new opportunity, Virginia Beach remains steady in job growth, especially in hospitality and seasonal work as businesses gear up for a busy summer. Real estate inventory is holding steady, with homes averaging about thirty-five days on market. If you’re buying or selling near Great Neck or Little Neck, expect plenty of competition.
Business buzz includes a handful of new restaurants opening along Shore Drive and the long-awaited expansion at Town Center’s east end. We also note a few small shops closing up over on Bonney Road, as high rents continue to shape our commercial corridors.
Looking for some fun? Tonight at Virginia Legends Park, you can join the Secret Society Mystery Hunt, a family-friendly event that has everyone puzzling their way through local landmarks. And for our music lovers, the Spring Concert Series kicks off this weekend at Neptune Park.
On the school front, Bayside High’s robotics team just advanced to the state finals, earning high marks for innovation and teamwork. In sports, Cox High baseball swept Kellam in last night’s close game, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
We end today with a feel-good story. Volunteers from the community joined up over at First Landing State Park this weekend for a beach cleanup, collecting nearly five hundred pounds of trash. It’s a small reminder of the big impact we can make when we work together.
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We begin today with breaking news out of city hall. The state has just released a major six-year, seven-billion-dollar funding plan for capital improvement projects across Virginia. This is expected to have a big impact here in Virginia Beach, with anticipated upgrades to infrastructure, schools, and public spaces. We’ll keep a close eye on how these funds will be allocated locally, but early word is that transportation and school facility projects are in the spotlight.
On the public safety front, Virginia Beach police are increasing their presence at the Oceanfront after a weekend shooting near 17th Street. Fortunately, no one was hurt, and police quickly arrested a suspect, Xavier Gatling of Georgia. Authorities say more patrols, including officers on foot and motorcycles, will be out as the crowds build along Atlantic Avenue in the warmer months. Just a reminder: police tech like FLOCK cameras and ShotSpotter is now in use to help keep the area safe, and local businesses insist they’re open and resilient.
However, there’s concern after three separate shootings in the city on Monday, leaving six people injured. Incidents occurred on Budding Avenue, Sassafras Court, and other neighborhoods, including a teen and two men caught in crossfire during a robbery. Police stress that a lot of crime guns are stolen from unlocked cars—a reminder for all of us to secure our vehicles and report suspicious activity. Officers say more than 40 cars were broken into recently, with three guns stolen just last week. Public conversations around safe storage are growing, with advocacy groups pushing for tighter laws and community education.
Shifting gears, the weather is looking much improved for today. After yesterday’s rain, we’ll see partly sunny skies, highs in the mid-60s, and a gentle breeze—perfect for an afternoon stroll at Mount Trashmore Park or a visit to the boardwalk. The rest of the week should bring more spring sunshine and rising temps.
If you’re hunting for a new opportunity, Virginia Beach remains steady in job growth, especially in hospitality and seasonal work as businesses gear up for a busy summer. Real estate inventory is holding steady, with homes averaging about thirty-five days on market. If you’re buying or selling near Great Neck or Little Neck, expect plenty of competition.
Business buzz includes a handful of new restaurants opening along Shore Drive and the long-awaited expansion at Town Center’s east end. We also note a few small shops closing up over on Bonney Road, as high rents continue to shape our commercial corridors.
Looking for some fun? Tonight at Virginia Legends Park, you can join the Secret Society Mystery Hunt, a family-friendly event that has everyone puzzling their way through local landmarks. And for our music lovers, the Spring Concert Series kicks off this weekend at Neptune Park.
On the school front, Bayside High’s robotics team just advanced to the state finals, earning high marks for innovation and teamwork. In sports, Cox High baseball swept Kellam in last night’s close game, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
We end today with a feel-good story. Volunteers from the community joined up over at First Landing State Park this weekend for a beach cleanup, collecting nearly five hundred pounds of trash. It’s a small reminder of the big impact we can make when we work together.
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.