Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, September 11, 2025. We’re starting today with a look at public safety and politics, as the upcoming governor’s race is making headlines here. The Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, representing nearly five hundred of our city’s officers, has thrown its support behind Republican nominee Winsome Earle-Sears for governor. This endorsement is notable because it splits from the larger statewide police association, which is backing her opponent, Democrat Abigail Spanberger. Both groups agree on endorsing John Reid and Jason Miyares for lieutenant governor and attorney general. Early voting for the November fourth election starts just next week, and plenty of local voices are hoping their perspective shapes public safety policies for years to come.
Turning to city hall, budget season is around the corner. The city council begins its official engagement on next year’s budget in November, but planning is already underway. Officials want us to know our input matters, as decisions over operating budgets and the capital improvement plan will steer resources to daily services, schools, and infrastructure. Expect public hearings and updates at City Hall on 25th Street, and if you want your voice heard about how our tax dollars are spent, you’ll want to keep an eye out for those meeting dates.
Now let’s talk weather. We’re shaking off a stretch of morning showers, but by midday the skies are clearing up nicely. Expect plenty of sunshine and highs near eighty-one today, perfect for getting outside. We’re looking forward to a warm and mostly sunny weekend as a high-pressure system dominates our coast. Although Hurricane Erin is tracking well offshore, forecasters are watching it and say we could see increased surf and rip currents by early next week. But for now, enjoy these dry, pleasant days.
On the local scene, there’s a buzz about Timbaland, one of Virginia Beach’s own music legends. Next month, the city will officially rename a street Timbaland Way in his honor, and a celebratory weekend, including parades and concerts, is planned for October seventeenth to nineteenth. Other celebrated producers like Hannon, Bink, Nottz, and Danja will be recognized as well. It’s not every day you see the city roll out the red carpet to celebrate its creative roots, and most of these events are free and open to the public.
In real estate, our housing market continues to see steady activity with home prices holding strong, mostly in the mid-three hundred thousand dollar range. There are several new listings along Atlantic Avenue and the North End, although inventory remains tighter than usual for this time of year. The job market stays competitive, with new service positions popping up along the Oceanfront and several tech and healthcare employers holding career fairs next week at the convention center.
For local schools, Kempsville High students just snagged a regional science award, and Princess Anne High’s football team celebrates another home win, rallying the community with their unbeaten streak.
A quick check on crime and safety: Earlier this week, John Miller of Virginia Beach was indicted on several charges after leading police on a high-speed chase down Lankford Highway, allegedly reaching speeds over one hundred and thirty miles per hour before crashing and attempting to flee on foot. He’s currently held without bond.
Rounding out today’s broadcast with a feel-good story, volunteers gathered yesterday at the ViBe Creative District to clean up painted crosswalks and help local artists prepare for the upcoming art walk, reminding us what community spirit is all about.
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