After an incredibly successful inaugural Criterium in 2022, the City of Newport News and THR Cycling Club have collaborated again in an event that will encompass an entire weekend of bicycle competiti...

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NASCAR on two wheels. That’s often how a crit is described. Short for criterium, a crit is a popular bicycle race that takes place on city streets; hence, there are many sharp turns. The course is co...

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Yes, we admit there may be a few unknowns ahead of us as we start another new year in the 2020s; however, we do know there are quite a few things to look forward to! Make it count by marking your cale...

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There’s a LOT Brewing in Newport News! It’s October, and we’re rolling out the red carpet for people who embrace Halloween events – and for those who just like to have a little fall fun! Most of our e...

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Recently, we hosted a Hidden Gems Contest on our Facebook page where we asked our followers what their favorite hidden gem was in Newport News. A “hidden gem” is something exceptional but not too well...

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Ways to Enjoy The Water in Newport News Of the 120 square miles that’s Newport News, did you know 51 square miles is water? The city is located near the mouth of the James River, extending southeast f...

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