Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, September 18, 2025. As we get rolling today, we start on a serious note from First Colonial High School, where a 16-year-old student is now facing charges after police say he brought a knife onto campus Tuesday morning. Officers responded quickly after being alerted by staff, and while authorities stress there was no direct threat made to other students or staff, the student was taken into custody and the incident is under investigation. Safety, as always, remains front and center for our schools and families.
Turning to the weather, we wake up this morning to calmer conditions, but the last few days have been rough along the oceanfront. Video from FOX Weather captured the dramatic before-and-after of the coastal storm that battered our beaches with high surf and strong winds. The National Weather Service tells us today should be dry and seasonably warm, with highs in the low 80s and light winds, but there’s still a high risk of rip currents at our southern beaches, so let’s keep a careful eye if we’re heading into the water. Looking ahead, more clouds and rain could move in early next week.
On the civic front, members of the Virginia Beach Council of Civic Organizations remind us that public input remains critical as the city wraps up its Comprehensive Development Plan update. A recent Green Line and Blue Line forum brought out many community voices, particularly about future development near the Interfacility Traffic Area. Councilwoman Henley emphasized the need for public-driven decisions, especially as proposals to add light industrial zoning to the area continue to stir debate.
In city business, we greet a new face today: Visit Virginia Beach just welcomed Kyle Clark as destination services manager. With a strong background in hospitality and a degree in sustainability, Kyle will now oversee big events ranging from reunions and conferences to major sports gatherings. If you’re planning a local event, chances are you’ll be seeing Kyle’s stewardship on full display.
The job market is holding steady, with hospitality hiring picking up momentum thanks to the return of more conventions and fall visitors. At the Oceanfront, several hotels and restaurants are advertising seasonal positions, with hourly rates for front-line staff now starting around fifteen dollars.
In housing, the real estate scene is cooling just a touch after a busy summer. Listings are sitting slightly longer, and the median home sale price in Virginia Beach has edged down to around four hundred thousand dollars, giving some relief to local buyers.
Looking at our schools, extracurriculars are buzzing. The Cox High girls volleyball team pulled off a thrilling five-set victory over Princess Anne last night, and students at Kellam High are celebrating after advancing to the regional robotics semifinals. Great teamwork and school pride shining through on all fronts.
This weekend, community spirit is on display at Town Center’s Fall Art Walk, running Friday through Sunday. Local artists, live music, and food trucks will be filling Central Park Avenue. And don’t miss the Neptune Festival sand sculpting kickoff on the Boardwalk, which starts tomorrow and runs through the end of the month. It’s a unique chance for us to gather and support our creative neighbors.
Before we go, let’s share a small story that’s making a big impact. Volunteers with the Virginia Beach Council of Civic Organizations have been delivering care packages to shut-in seniors across our neighborhoods. Their efforts remind us how every small action can strengthen our community’s bonds.
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