Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for February 14, 2025. We're starting off with some updates from around the state that might impact our local community. Governor Youngkin released a storm response update last night, addressing the ongoing efforts to deal with the aftermath of this week's winter storm. As of 7 p.m., there are still 120,000 power outages throughout Virginia, particularly in the western parts of the state. The Virginia Emergency Support Team has been activated since Sunday and continues to coordinate preparatory actions and responses. This weekend's forecast includes additional rainfall and high winds, so residents are urged to take personal preparedness actions, especially in areas where flooding could be a concern[1].
Closer to home, let's talk about the weather in Virginia Beach. Today, we're expecting partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 37 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. It's a bit chilly, but it's a good day to get out and enjoy some of the local activities[3].
In local news, the Virginia Beach Police Department has made an arrest in a fatal hit-and-run case that occurred on January 31. Michael Shippy, 41, of Virginia Beach, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of Felony Hit and Run, Possession of a Schedule I/II Substance, and Driving Under the Influence. The VBPD continues to investigate this incident and encourages anyone with information to come forward[2].
On the business front, we don't have any major openings or closings to report today, but we're always on the lookout for new developments in our local economy.
In community events, there are several activities planned for the next few days, but we recommend checking the latest updates due to the weather conditions. We'll keep you posted on any changes or cancellations.
In local sports, we don't have any specific updates today, but we're always proud to highlight the achievements of our local schools and athletes.
In a feel-good community story, we want to mention the growing interest in backyard chickens in Hampton Roads. With high egg prices, many residents are looking into raising their own chickens, and local resources are available to help them get started[5].
Finally, in today's crime report, we want to remind everyone to stay safe and vigilant. The VBPD is always working hard to keep our community safe, and we appreciate their efforts.
This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.