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"Controversy and Champions: One City Reads Returns, Tax Relief for Federal Workers, NJAC Champions, CNU Seasons Close, Toys for Tots, Leaf Pickup, and Williamsburg Queen's Cake!"
"Controversy and Champions: One City Reads Returns, Tax Relief for Federal Workers, NJAC Champions, CNU Seasons Close, Toys for Tots, Leaf Pickup, and Williamsburg Queen's Cake!"
"Controversy and Champions: One City Reads Returns, Tax Relief for Federal Workers, NJAC Champions, CNU Seasons Close, Toys for Tots, Leaf Pickup, and Williamsburg Queen's Cake!"
One City Reads, Tax Relief for Federal Workers, Football Champions, CNU Soccer Seasons, Toys for Tots, Leaf Pickup, Williamsburg Queen's Cake, and More! Check out what's happening in Newport News this weekend! 📚💵🏈⚽🎁🍂🥞😊 #NewportNewser
EJ Harris
Nov 20, 2025
🌞Good morning, Newport News! Consider this your official notice. You may begin Hallmark Christmas movie season. Hot chocolate is recommended, marshmallows are optional.
In today’s Newport Newser:
💵 Tax relief for furloughed federal workers 📚 One City Reads picks for NNPS students 🏈 Captains clinch NJAC title & soccer wrap-up 🎄 Weekend events, Toys for Tots & loose leaf pickup 🥞Williamsburg Queen’s Cake
It’s all in today’s Newport Newser! |
Trivia Question❓Newport News has a rich military history. Which prominent military installation is located within the city limits? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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❄️ Don’t Let Your HVAC Give You the Cold Shoulder
Your HVAC’s been grinding all summer, and now it’s begging for a bit of love. A quick tune-up now beats a chilly surprise later. Dran’s Heating & Air keeps Hampton Roads homes cozy, quiet, and running smoothly through fall and winter.
📞 Call 757-975-8355 or visit dranshvac.com to schedule your seasonal check today. |
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📚 One City Reads Is Back |
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One City Reads is back and Newport News feels a little more book-heavy in the best way. Students get a book for their grade level. Elementary kids read “The One and Only Ivan”, and middle school students read “Framed.” The kickoff at Brittingham-Midtown pulled in a big crowd, families grabbing books, kids already flipping through pages on the way out. It gave the city a strong start to the month.
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The city pushed the Dec. 5 tax deadline for federal workers hit by the shutdown. Marty Eubank’s team asks for current accounts and proof of furlough. Small step, real help, especially for families stretched thin. Read More... |
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🏈 NJAC CHAMPIONS! Captains Remain Unbeaten |
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CNU outlasted Salisbury 45–42 at TowneBank Stadium and locked up the NJAC. Gunner White slipped in the winning score, the defense grabbed the turnovers that mattered, and the Captains stayed perfect with a playoff spot already waiting.
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⚽CNU Men’s & Women’s Seasons Come to a Close |
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Men’s soccer CNU’s season closed with a 2–1 loss to No. 13 Lynchburg in the NCAA second round. Read More...
Women’s soccer CNU tied it on Molly Seventko's goal in the 61st minute, then Penn State Harrisburg found an 87th-minute finish. The 2–1 loss ended a strong 14-2-3 season. Read More... |
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Shhh… this comic shop is kind of a secret. Amazing Fantasy Comics in Newport News is all about comics. No card games. No chaos. Just good stories and even better people. It almost closed, but the new owners stepped in. Quiet, local, and worth a visit.
📍13901 B Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA |
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Your Newport News Forecast |
⛅Thursday 57° 46° Partly sunny
☔Friday 60° 55° Cloudy with light rain
☔Saturday 59° 42° Cloudy with light rain
☀️Sunday 58° 42° Sunshine
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This Weekend in Newport News |
🧵 Thursday, Nov 20
🎄 Holiday Felt Wreath Night
📅 Thu, Nov 20 | 6 PM 📍 Tradition Brewing Company, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd 🎟️ Free (materials provided; drinks extra) Why go: Make a wreath you’ll actually hang at home and enjoy a cozy craft night with a local brew. 🎭 Thu–Fri, Nov 20–21
💃 Woodside Magnet Dance Showcase
📅 Thu–Fri, Nov 20–21 | 7 PM 📍 Woodside High School Auditorium, 13450 Woodside Ln 🎟️ Tickets available online Why go: See students perform new choreography, group routines, and solo pieces live on stage. 🎉 Friday, Nov 21
😂 Friday Laughs at Coastal Fermentory
📅 Fri, Nov 21 | 7–9 PM 📍 Coastal Fermentory Uptown, 12515 Jefferson Ave 🎟️ Free Why go: Local comics and small-batch brews make for an easy, fun Friday night. 🍺Taphouse Throwdown: Comedy Game Night
📅 Fri, Nov 21 | 9 PM 📍 Craft 60 Taphouse & Grill, 14346 Warwick Blvd Ste 348 🎟️ $10 Why go: Play audience games, compete for prizes, and let the comics run each round. 🎡 Saturday, Nov 22
🎁 Santa’s Holiday Shop Stop
📅 Sat, Nov 22 | 9 AM–9 PM 📍 Once Upon A Child, 12233 Jefferson Ave 🎟️ Free Why go: Grab toys for less and get free wrapping in the morning. 🦊 Fox Fun Day
📅 Sat, Nov 22 | 11 AM & 2 PM 📍 Newport News Park Discovery Center, 13560 Jefferson Ave 🎟️ Free Why go: Fox demos, hands-on learning, and great photo opportunities on the trails. 🦞 Lobster Roll Pop-Up at Ironclad
📅 Sat, Nov 22 | 12 PM 📍 Ironclad Distillery Co., 124 23rd St 🎟️ Free Why go: Maine lobster rolls paired with bourbon from right down the street. 🌞 Sunday, Nov 23
🎳 Turkey Toss Bowling Bash
📅 Sun, Nov 23 | 1–4 PM 📍 King Pinz Bowling Center, 675 Dickman St., Fort Eustis 🎟️ $15 Why go: Three games, challenges, and bragging rights. 🎶 Elmo & Friends Live Hello Party
📅 Sun, Nov 23 | 2 PM 📍 Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 Avenue of the Arts 🎟️ $25+ Why go: Singing, dancing, and smiles for kids and grandkids. |
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🎁Bring Joy: Toys for Tots Drop-Off Now Open |
Help brighten a child’s holiday! Drop off new, unwrapped toys through November 30 at the Mariners’ Museum Lobby, open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Every toy brings a smile — every smile counts. |
🍂 Leaf Pickup Starts Dec. 1 See Your Area |
Leaf season is here. Newport News crews begin pickup Dec. 1 with Area 2, then Area 3 on Dec. 22, and Area 1 on Jan. 20. Have leaves curbside by 7 a.m. on your week. Final collection starts Feb. 9.
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🥞Williamsburg Queen’s Cake |
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I worked at Colonial Williamsburg as a teen and stopped by the Raleigh Tavern Bake Shop whenever I could for Queen’s Cake. It stands the test of time with that old Virginia taste. I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as I enjoy the cake.
Get the Full Recipe for Williamsburg Queen's Cake |
💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Fort Eustis (now Joint Base Langley-Eustis) |
😊Thanks! |
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