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Ships, History, And The Great Outdoors
Newport News' great location and rich history, which begins shortly after the founding of Jamestown, has shaped the city into what it is today. Located on the banks of the Hampton Roads harbor in southeastern Virginia, Newport News is located near Hampton, minutes from Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. From this central Coastal Virginia location, you can experience ships, history and the great outdoors.
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Things to do July 1 -7, 2021
July 1st Bourbons, Brews & Barbecues Block Party Downtown Newport News -July 1; 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dine with food trucks such as Doggystyle, Georgia Ribs, The Empanada Food Truck, Kona Ice, Jessy’s Taco...
Celebrating July 4th in Newport News
Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Fun in 2021 This 4th of July, Newport News is encouraging its residents and visitors to enjoy the Independence Day Weekend by getting outside to enjoy the fresh air and ...
Summertime Fun Contest
It's Time For Summertime Summer has officially begun and in Newport News there's a ton of outdoor fun to be had, from fishing to sunbathing on the beachto dog parks. To celebrate, we are having a cont...
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