City of Hampton
Recent News About City of Hampton
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Hampton announces closures ahead of Winter Storm Kingston
February 18, 2025 - The City of Hampton is preparing for Winter Storm Kingston by closing all office buildings and facilities on Wednesday, February 19.
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North Tidewater News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?
In 2024, 21 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located within the North Tidewater News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Presidents Day closures affect city offices and services
City offices and various services will be closed on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day.
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Hampton sees rise in residential property values amid longer selling times
Residential property values in Hampton have increased by 7.7% in Fiscal Year 2025, surpassing the previous year's growth of 7%.
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City Council addresses real estate assessments affecting future budgets
The City Council of Hampton is set to convene on Wednesday for its regular work session, where it will receive a presentation regarding current real estate assessments.
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Mayor Jimmy Gray announces series of public listening sessions
Mayor Jimmy Gray is set to engage with city residents through a series of public listening sessions.
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North Tidewater News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in the North Tidewater News publication area submitted 32 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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City facilities delay opening due to expected winter storm
With a winter storm forecasted to bring approximately two inches of snow overnight, several city offices and facilities will have delayed openings on Wednesday morning.
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EDA awards $246,018 in grants for economic development projects in Hampton city in 2023
In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $246,018 in grants for economic development projects in Hampton city, Virginia.
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City Council to discuss real estate assessments impacting FY2026 taxes
The City Council is set to convene on Wednesday evening for its regular legislative session, which will feature a briefing on the latest real estate assessments in the city.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day alters city service schedules
City services will experience changes on Martin Luther King Jr.
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City offers free calendars featuring local artwork
The city's free promotional calendars will be available on Wednesday at various locations around Hampton.
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Planning Commission to hold first work session of 2025
The Planning Commission is scheduled to convene on Thursday afternoon for its initial work session of the year.
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Winter storm prompts closures across Hampton
A winter storm is expected to bring up to four inches of snow to the Hampton area, affecting various facilities and services.
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City Council amends budget to accept grants and approve restaurant's extended hours
The City Council convened for its regular legislative session on Wednesday night, where it amended the Fiscal Year 2025 budget to incorporate various grants.
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Mayor Jimmy Gray takes oath with new city council members
Mayor Jimmy Gray and new City Council members took their oaths of office at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.
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City Council prepares for swearing-in ceremony and legislative session
The City Council is set to hold a significant meeting on Wednesday, which will include the swearing-in of new members and the selection of a vice mayor.
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Heritage marker honors nurses' fight against segregation
The city commemorated the efforts of three nurses who challenged segregation at a Hampton hospital in 1963 by dedicating a Heritage marker on Saturday morning.
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Phoebus receives designation as Virginia Main Street Community
Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that nine communities, including The Phoebus Partnership in Hampton, have been awarded the Advancing Virginia Main Street Designation.
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Planning Commission schedules final meeting with public hearings
The Planning Commission is set to hold its final meeting of the year on Thursday, December 18, 2024.