Virginia beach news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Virginia Beach, Virginia:

Local News

• Beach Replenishment Project Underway: The City of Virginia Beach has begun a beach replenishment project to restore the city's beaches and dunes. The project is expected to take several months to complete. [Source: WAVY News]
• New Restaurant Opens in Town Center: A new restaurant, "The Wharf," has opened in Virginia Beach's Town Center. The restaurant offers seafood and American cuisine. [Source: Virginian-Pilot]
• Virginia Beach Police Officer Honored: A Virginia Beach police officer was honored for his bravery and quick thinking during a recent incident. Officer Michael Smith was awarded the department's Medal of Valor. [Source: 13News Now]

National News

• NASA's Wallops Flight Facility to Launch New Rocket: NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia Beach is set to launch a new rocket, the Antares, on a mission to deliver supplies to the International Space Station. [Source: NASA]
• Virginia Beach-Based Company Wins Contract: A Virginia Beach-based company, Huntington Ingalls Industries, has won a contract to build a new aircraft carrier for the US Navy. [Source: Virginian-Pilot]

Sports

• Virginia Beach Sportsplex to Host Soccer Tournament: The Virginia Beach Sportsplex will host a soccer tournament featuring teams from around the country. The tournament is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the area. [Source: WAVY News]
• Beach Soccer League Kicks Off: The Virginia Beach Beach Soccer League has kicked off its new season. The league features teams from around the region and is played on the city's beaches. [Source: 13News Now]

Weather

• Heat Wave Hits Virginia Beach: A heat wave has hit Virginia Beach, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s over the next few days. [Source: WAVY News]
• Tropical Storm Watch Issued: A tropical storm watch has been issued for Virginia Beach as a tropical storm is expected to make landfall in the area. [Source: 13News Now]