Newport News Roots and Rhythm Marketplace returns June 27
NNPS benefits from local golf tournament featuring top students from city
The City of Newport News announces the return of the Roots and Rhythm Marketplace, a community gathering featuring fresh produce, local seafood, live music, and handcrafted goods. The event takes place Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Denbigh Community Center located at 15198 Warwick Boulevard. Farmers, seafood vendors, exhibitors, and crafters are encouraged to apply and participate. Additional events are scheduled for July 11 and 18, with evening and daytime markets continuing through August. Interested vendors can submit applications online through the city’s official form.
Education
Golfers, sponsors participate to benefit students at NNPS and NNEF Golf Classic Students will ultimately be the winners after community members who played, contributed to and supported the 5th Annual Newport News Public Schools & Newport News Education Foundation Golf Classic at Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort on June 11. More than 60 golfers spent a warm morning playing a round of golf, socializing, participating in a gift drawing and an awards lunch. Generous financial support of the golf tournament will be used to fund the important work of the foundation, which among other initiatives sponsors the annual Salute to Success celebration of top high school students, awards the Wayne D. Lett Scholarship and Virginia Educators Credit Union/Glasofer Scholarship, provides mini-grants to teachers, and fosters relationships between local business partners and the school division.
Brown Edwards Certified Public Accountants and Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort provided valuable contributions by serving as Bronze level sponsors for the tournament.
The foursome of Fabian Davis, Chris Trotter, Brian Gould and David Williams, Jr., placed first and Joe Phillips, Scott Maw, Thomas Watters and Scott Gillis finished second.
Anthony Baldwin was awarded Closest to the Pin
Leslie Coates won for Women’s Longest Drive and Watters for Men’s Longest Drive.
“Thank you to all of our golfers, sponsors, Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort, and the Newport News Public Schools team for making this another successful tournament,” said Dale Mingilton, foundation and corporate partnership liaison. “We appreciate all of the support that will go directly to our students and staff.”
In other news …
Business
Virginia Peninsula Chamber hosts client appreciation open house July 5 The Virginia Peninsula Chamber announced plans for its inaugural Client Appreciation Open House, scheduled for July 5th. The event will feature a Great American Potluck theme and is hosted in partnership with Heather Hughes Photography.
Public Safety
City updates information about minor curfew at City Center The City of Newport News announced updates to its minor curfew ordinance following City Council approval on June 9. The revised regulations prohibit minors ages 17 and under from being on public streets, roads, parks, and other public areas between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., seven days per week, with exceptions for those accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling for legitimate business, or engaged in lawful employment. A temporary additional curfew will be enforced in the City Center at Oyster Point area from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on June 19 and 20, June 26 and 27, and July 3 and 4. The ordinance also grants the Police Chief authority to implement emergency curfews of up to 24 hours with approval from the City Manager and Mayor in response to threats to public safety. To help keep youth engaged during summer months, Newport News offers numerous free and low-cost programs including Friday Night Nets basketball, library programming with STEM activities, summer camps through Parks and Recreation, and access to community centers and recreational facilities throughout the city.
Recreation & Events
100th Army Band performs at Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center The City of Newport News announces a performance by the 100th Army Band on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, 2410 Wickham Avenue. This performance is part of celebrations recognizing America’s 250th anniversary. For details, visit the city’s calendar or contact Newport News Parks and Recreation.
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center presents free summer movie series The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is launching a summer movie series featuring free screenings every Tuesday beginning June 16 at 2 p.m. in the Ella Fitzgerald Theater, 2410 Wickham Avenue. The lineup includes family-friendly films such as Zootopia 2, Wicked: For Good, and The Super Mario Galaxy movie. Visit DowningGross.org for the complete schedule and tickets.
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