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Hampton History Museum Dockside Seafood Feast Tickets Now Available
Tickets for the annual Dockside Seafood Feast hosted by the Hampton History Museum are now on sale, with the event set to take place on May 18 at the historic Graham & Rollins working waterfront dock in Downtown Hampton. The feast promises a night filled with seafood, music, a silent auction, and a raffle, all for a good cause.The Dockside Seafood Feast is not only a culinary delight but also a fundraiser for the museum's educational programs. Attendees can enjoy a variety of all-you-can-eat seafood entrees, including sautéed scallops, fried flounder, shrimp cocktail,...
Rep. Bobby Scott presents Hampton with $1.38 million for flood projects
U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott recently handed over a $1,383,069 grant to Hampton officials aimed at bolstering the city's resilience against flooding. The grant is intended to assist in purchasing properties in flood-prone areas to mitigate repetitive losses. Scott expressed his gratitude towards Hampton for their efforts in enhancing the city's resilience, stating, "We appreciate the good work of Hampton, making Hampton a more resilient place to live."The city of Hampton plans to acquire properties voluntarily as they become available for sale in flood-prone regions, with a...