Power restored to Ruppert Sargent building, business as usual

Aug. 5, 2020 - UPDATE: Power restored to Ruppert Sargent building, It is business as usual Wednesday, Aug. 6

EARLIER: A power outage will keep the Ruppert Sargent building closed on Tuesday, Aug. 5. 

The Ruppert Sargent building houses the Treasure...

City begins cleanup after Tropical Storm Isaias; widespread power outages reported

Aug. 4, 2020 — Tropical Storm Isaias turned out to fall right along with the forecast — a major amount of wind with very little flooding. By noon, there was a sunny sky and debris everywhere. 

Hampton got only about an inch of ...

Tropical storm hits Hampton; trash pickup delayed a day; city buildings closed Tuesday

Aug. 4, 2020 — Tropical Storm Isaias has passed Hampton Roads, but residents are reminded to use caution venturing outside and driving. Although the sun is shining, there are reports of 46 trees fallen across roads, live wires hanging in places,...

Hurricane Isaias is a potential threat to the area and could cause moderate flooding

July 31, 2020 - Local and state officials are monitoring the storm Isaias, which was upgraded to a hurricane overnight. There is still variability in the track, and residents are urged to  be alert. As of Friday morning, predictions were that it ...

UPDATE: Swimming advisory for part of Buckroe Beach lifted

July 30, 2020 — UPDATE: New samples of the water at Buckroe Beach meet state water standards for recreational waters. The Health Department has lifted its advisory.

Previously:

July 29, 2020 — The Health Department has issued a swimming ...

Gov. Northam comes to Phoebus to announce a $70 million program for small businesses

July 27, 2020 – Gov. Ralph Northam came to Hampton today to announce a $70 million state program that is targeted to help small businesses, especially those that are minority- or women-owned.

The setting was a green space along Mellen Street in P...

Hampton participating in Health Equity Pilot Program, distributing PPE in underserved areas

July 27, 2020 – The Virginia Department of Emergency Management and the Health Equity Working Group announced today a pilot program with the City of Hampton. The program is a state-local partnership, aimed to increase equitable access to persona...

Kids can get their acting together online with Hampton Arts program

July 24, 2020 - Starting in August, students ages 7-17 can get an in-depth look at perfecting their performing arts skills in a series of online classes sponsored by Hampton Arts. The classes:

• Improv Anywhere... Improv Everywhere: 2-3 p.m. every Tuesday, t...

Fire Division awarded by Peninsula EMS Council for outstanding achievements

July 24, 2020 - Hamptons Division of Fire and Rescue received several awards recently from The Peninsulas Emergency Medical Services Council Inc. The awards recognize the outstanding achievements and notable work of individuals, agencies, organizations an...

Roadwork resumes at Armistead, LaSalle avenues after weather, other delays

July 24, 2020 - Roadwork that was delayed because of the weather or other conflicts is resuming. Resurfacing work on the intersection of Armistead and LaSalle avenues is now expected to be finished by the end of the month. The Settlers Landing Road resurf...

Pop Up Drive-In returns to Hampton Coliseum for another fun weekend of movies

July 21, 2020 - Following the success of its first Pop Up Drive-In USA, the Hampton Coliseum has announced another weekend of movies on Friday and Saturday, July 31 & Aug. 1. Two movies will be shown each night at 7 and 10 p.m.  

Friday&rs...

Sales of homes in Hampton remain strong and median price rises, June figures show

July 17, 2020 -  Despite Covid-19, home sales in Hampton continued their positive trend. The number of homes sold in Hampton kept climbing in fiscal year 2020, which ended in June, and the median sales price also showed increases. Meanwhile, prop...

City will provide free masks, hand sanitizer as part of community outreach effort

July 15, 2020 - The city will provide supplies for preventing Covid-19 to some of our most vulnerable communities. The outreach is focused on the Aberdeen, Carybrook and Old North Hampton neighborhoods. Residents can pick up free masks and hand sanitizer ...

Lookin for a career boost? check out the new Virginia Career Works Referral Portal

July 13, 2020 - Hampton residents in search of jobs and new opportunities are encouraged to use the new Virginia Career Works Referral Portal. It’s a groundbreaking statewide platform that refers individuals to programs that help them advance th...

July 8, 2020: City continues phased opening of buildings to the public

July 8, 2020 — The City of Hampton continues a phased opening of buildings to the public — with measures in place to stay within the governor’s guidelines. Some areas will be open with social distancing limits and others may ...

Reminder: Use of fireworks illegal in Hampton; better to celebrate virtually

July 3, 2020 - The use and possession of all fireworks, with the exception of sparklers are banned in Hampton. Permits are required for public or private display of fireworks or pyrotechnics, which can only be obtained by professionals.

Certain types of fi...

Facing eviction? Program offers help with past-due rent or mortgage payments due to Covid

July 2, 2020 - Hampton residents are eligible to apply for state funds to cover past-due rent and/or mortgage payments.

The Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program is designed to support and ensure housing stability during the pandemic. Depending on the ...

Hampton seeing more COVID cases, though numbers still small; moving into Phase 3

July 1, 2020 - Hampton has seen an uptick in the number of COVID cases. In the past seven days, 60 cases have been reported in the city. The average of the previous four weeks was 23 cases — less than half of what the city has seen this week, ac...

Don't help mosquitoes crash your party; dump standing water at your home

June 29, 2020 - Because of recent rains and rising temperatures, the city’s Environmental Services Division reminds residents to dump all standing water around their homes to reduce any potential increase in mosquitoes - especially with the 4th ...

NASA names Washington, D.C. headquarters after Hampton’s Mary Jackson

June 25, 2020 - The Washington, D.C., headquarters of NASA will bear the name of Mary Jackson, according to a NASA announcement this week. The building sits on Hidden Figures Way, a street named for Jackson, Katherine Johnson and many other Black &ldq...

Hampton has long taken proactive steps toward cultural understanding, police transparency

June 18, 2020  – Hampton has been open about having conversations, workshops and policies that
address longstanding bias against African Americans. That tradition continues during thecurrent social unrest.  Most recently, Ma...

House "flippers" count for a quarter of Hampton's home sales, report shows

June 16, 2020 - More than a a quarter of home sales in Hampton in the first quarter of the year were by house flippers — people who buy and renovate homes for a profit, according to a report compiled by ATTOM Data Solutions. That’s muc...

Buckroe Beach passes Health Department check except near pier construction

June 5, 2020 – The main part of Buckroe Beach passed the Health Department bacteria checks this week. However, the southern area near the pier has higher than recommended levels of bacteria.

Almost all of that portion is already closed to swimmer...

Hampton's beaches to open to swimmers, sunbathers Friday; golf and tennis open also

May 28, 2020 – The City of Hampton announced that, now that Gov. Ralph Northam has given the green light, beaches at Buckroe, Fort Monroe, Salt Ponds and Grandview will open for swimming, sunbathing and playing in the sand beginning Friday.

Along...

Mayors hold competition to encourage residents to respond to the 2020 Census

May 29, 2020 - The cities of Hampton and Newport News are joining forces to encourage people to respond to the 2020 Census. Mayor Donnie Tuck of Hampton challenged Mayor McKinley L. Price of Newport News to a friendly competition to see which city has the...

Hampton answers questions about plans, stages for future beach openings

May 22, 2020 - Hampton’s public beaches remain closed to all activities except walking and jogging on the order of Gov. Ralph Northam. The state had originally planned not to allow any beaches to open during Phase I. However, the tourism industr...

Hampton libraries to begin online ordering with curbside pickup of books, DVDs and other materials

May 20, 2020 — Hampton’s four libraries will begin online and phone ordering of materials for curbside pickup next week. 

Beginning today, library customers can go online  to browse items and request books or other mat...

UPDATE: Confirmed case of rabies in Hampton cat; make sure your pet is vaccinated

May 15, 2020 - The Health Department announced a confirmed case of rabies in a stray cat that was found on Glascow Way in Scotland Square area of the city.  The cat was described as a domestic short hair dilute calico that bit at least one person...

Hampton to close block of Queens Way to make space for outdoor dining

May 15, 2020 - Beginning today, restaurants with outdoor seating are allowed to seat customers there, at least at half capacity. However, those outdoor seating areas in Hampton are pretty limited.

To allow more people to dine outdoors with social distancin...

Pet owners: Be alert for rabid raccoons and other wild animals

April 27, 2020 - Within the last two weeks, the Hampton Health Department has received several reports of household pets encountering wildlife that are high risk for having rabies. Additionally, since April 1, two raccoons in Hampton tested positive for r...

City Council adopts capital spending plan; looks at pre-COVID budget for fiscal 2021

April 22, 2020 - City Council adopted a five-year spending plan for major capital improvements at its meeting Wednesday, April 22, and began discussing next year’s operating budget for the first time.

The meeting was held virtually, with Council ...

City Manager recommends pre-COVID budget for 2021 - but most new spending on hold

April 15, 2020 - City Manager Mary Bunting unveiled her recommended budget for fiscal year 2021, knowing that it will change.

"When we started the process of developing our Fiscal Year 2021 Budget, we were on track to experience the best revenue growt...

Hampton offers forgivable loans to small businesses affected by COVID-19

April 10, 2020 - Hampton City Council has authorized a forgivable loan assistance program  for small Hampton-based businesses. The program is designed to help small businesses adversely impacted by Gov. Ralph Northam’s order to close or...

HRT will suspend fares during COVID social distancing through June 10

April 9, 2020 - The governing board of Hampton Roads Transit on Thursday agreed to suspend temporarily all transit fares for HRT services effective Friday, April 10, through June 10, unless modified or rescinded by the board.

 The Transportation ...

Taxpayers suffering losses from COVID crisis may qualify for extension on home and car taxes

April 8, 2020 - Residents and businesses who suffered financial losses due to the COVID crisis can apply for an extension of the June 5 tax deadline, Hampton City Council unanimously agreed.

Those who apply and are accepted will have until Aug. 1, 2020, to...

Public meeting for Parks master plan discussion will be Tuesday, March 31

March 4, 2020 - Help create great places in Hampton. The Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department meeting to update the public on proposed changes to Parks’ master plan will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Hampto...

City revenues projected to grow 3.2%; Council reviews priorities for funding

Feb. 26, 2020 - City Council got some good news about revenue growth, and then tackled a long list of projects that could use that money — and then some — for strategic priorities.

Karl Daughtrey, finance director, projected that revenu...

Work continues on Route 134 bridge replacement over Brick Kiln Creek in Hampton

Feb. 26, 2020 - After rush hour Thursday morning, the Virginia Department of Transportation is expected to start a new traffic pattern on Route 134 as work continues on replacing the northbound bridge over Brick Kiln Creek.

Weather permitting, there will b...

WEATHER CANCELLATION: Feb. 20 Parks master plan meeting moves to March 31

UPDATE: Feb. 19, 2020 - The meeting to update the public on proposed changes to the Parks’ master plan will not be held Feb. 20 due to the forecast of snow. It will be rescheduled for March 31; watch updates for location and time. 

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Hampton’s Sentara Careplex Hospital is listed in the top 5% of hospitals in the nation

Feb. 14, 2020 - Hampton’s Sentara Careplex Hospital is among the top 250 of hospitals in the nation for overall clinical excellence, according to the healthgrades website.

Healthgrades’ list is based solely on clinical quality outcomes ...

Hampton ranked one of the most affordable beach towns for 4th year

Feb. 10, 2020 — Hampton remains one of the most affordable beach towns in America, according to a recent study by the financial technology company SmartAsset.

Considering median home value, property taxes and housing cost, the city was ranked no....

Hampton begins 'Digital City Transformation' with smart light poles at Y.H. Thomas

Feb. 3, 2020 - Solar-powered smart light poles, the first project in Hampton’s “Digital City Transformation” initiative, will debut this month at the Y.H. Thomas Neighborhood Park, 1300 Thomas St. The new poles use green tech...

City ordinance changed to limit grass height near buildings to 8 inches

March 2, 2020 - Spring is just around the corner, and Hampton’s city ordinance has been changed to limit the growth of grass or weeds near residential or commercial buildings to a height of 8 inches. The previous limit was 10 inches. 

Re...

Travel website offers reasons to visit Hampton, including food, fun and water

Feb. 4, 2020 - Travel Awaits, a website featuring international travel destinations, has posted an article entitled “8 Reasons To Put Hampton, Virginia On Your Bucket List.” Hampton was noted for its lively waterfront downtown area, li...

Majority of Hampton homeowners will find their homes increased in value this year

Jan. 23, 2020 - For homeowners who saw their value dip after the housing bubble burst, City Assessor Gary James has some good news: The vast majority of Hampton homeowners  – 89% – will find their homes increased in value this...

Applications available Jan. 27-March 2 for youth violence prevention mini-grants program

Jan. 22, 2020 - Applications are available Jan. 27 for Hampton’s Youth Violence Prevention Mini-Grants program, which helps pay for projects that support positive activities, services and programs addressing youth violence. Eligible applicants i...

Hampton Heroes honored in ceremony at Hampton Roads Convention Center

Jan. 20, 2020 - Local advocates for mental health and modern-era trailblazers in public service were honored on Monday, Jan. 20, at the Hampton Heroes Memorial Plaza. First dedicated in 2019, the Martin Luther King Jr. and Hampton Heroes Memorial Plaza is...

Fill out an interest form to join Hampton Hoops, the city's summer basketball league

Jan. 14, 2020 - Interest forms for Hampton Hoops, the city’s free summer basketball league for males and females ages 8-24, are now being accepted. The league will begin playing on July 13 and run to Aug. 10. The goal is to improve social intera...

City Council releases statement on gun issue and Second Amendment concerns

Jan. 10, 2020 - Hampton City Council issued the following statement on gun issues at its meeting Wednesday:

"We want to acknowledge the many people who came to our last Council meeting and this evening's meeting to address pending gun legisla...

Mural created by ODU professor, others, chosen to highlight public art at new Kroger

Jan. 8, 2020 - “From Sea to Sky” is the title of a mural created by Old Dominion University art professor Richard Nickel, University students and alumni that highlights Hampton's history and present-day achievements. The mural was chos...

City adds dredged sand from Indian Creek to Buckroe Beach and saves taxpayers more than $100,000

Jan. 7, 2020 - Hampton’s Public Works Department has devised a way to add sand to Buckroe Beach and save taxpayers more than $100,000 at the same time. 

The stormwater team has been working on a project to retain more water and reduce fl...

Here's where you can get rid of unwanted households chemicals, computers and more

Jan. 3, 2020 - The 2020 schedule for household chemical collections and computer recycling is now available. Hampton residents can safely dispose of computers, computer monitors, desktop printers, paint, stains, gasoline, insecticides and much more from 8...

Governor renews Hampton Enterprise Zone, which includes grants for new or expanding businesses

Dec. 26, 2019 - Hampton’s Urban area Enterprise Zone has been renewed for five more years, Gov. Ralph Northam announced this week. Enterprise Zones allow businesses that are located in key areas and added qualifying jobs or property investments to receive...

Hampton city offices, schools, most services will be closed for New Year's

Dec. 18, 2019 - Most Hampton city offices and services will be closed for New Year's on Wednesday, Jan. 1. They were also closed for Christmas on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25.  Hampton City Schools closed for the holidays on Friday, De...

City is updating the Parks Master Plan and wants to know what you think about plans for the future

Dec. 19, 2019 - Hampton's Parks, Recreation & Leisures Services Department is updating the Parks Master Plan and would like to know what you think about the future of city parks and services. Please take a few minutes to complete the online survey at ...

Take a tour of your neighbors' beautiful outdoor holiday decorations

Dec. 17, 2019 — Does it warm your heart to see homes lovingly decorated for the holidays? Festive Hampton residents have decked out their homes and included their locations on Hampton's first Holiday Lights Map to guide you on a tour of many mer...

Hampton school superintendent one of four finalists for National Superintendent of the Year

Dec. 17, 2019 - Superintendent Dr. Jeffery Smith has been named one of four finalists for 2020 National Superintendent of the Year by AASA, the School Superintendents Association. The award honors school system leaders throughout the country who are "...

Share your beautiful outdoor holiday decorations with all of your neighbors

Dec. 12, 2019 - Have you decorated your home for the holidays and want others to enjoy your creation? Complete the online registration form to have your street address added to the 2019 Hampton Holiday Lights Map. Drivers will be provided with a link to a...

Hampton earns 'StormReady Community' designation from National Weather Service

Dec. 11, 2019 - Last month, Hampton earned its renewal as a StormReady Community from the National Weather Service by demonstrating multiple components of severe weather readiness.  StormReady is a voluntary program. To be officially certified, a...

Unity hosts a special mix and mingle to foster talk about violence, domestic partnership

Dec. 3, 2019 - Hampton's Citizens' Unity Commission and the LGBTQ Awareness Committee will host a special mix and mingle event on Saturday, Dec, 21, that's designed to foster conversations about violence as it pertains to domestic partnership. The first i...

Faith-based leaders invited to learn more about police at special police academy starting Jan. 9

Dec. 3, 2019 - The leaders of Hampton's faith-based community – including ministers, pastors, and worship leaders – can learn about the Police Division's mission, policies and day-to-day operations at a 12-week Minister's Citizen Polic...

Hampton recently certified as 101st Bee City USA affiliate, and only the 4th in Virginia

Dec. 3, 2019 - Here's some great news for bee lovers! Hampton has been certified as the 101st Bee City USA affiliate in the nation – and the fourth in Virginia. The certification required having a local government-sanctioned committee that provi...

Parking lot sweeping and restriping that began in November continues the 1st week of December

Nov. 26, 2019 - Restriping work on city-owned parking lots will continue in December. Because of weather or other problems, sweeping and restriping on seven lots scheduled for November was rescheduled and will now take place on Dec. 3, 5 and 6. An electro...

Buckroe fishing pier and adjacent ramp remain closed after being hit by barge

Nov. 26, 2019 - The James T. Wilson Fishing Pier and property, including the adjacent pier ramp, remain closed to the public after a loose barge crashed into the 709-foot pier earlier this month, causing heavy damage to the structure. Yellow and red cauti...

Mayor's "State of the City" speech highlighted positive changes in Hampton

Nov 25, 2019 - "Waves of Change" was the theme last week when Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck gave the annual state of the city address. The mayor highlighted some of the many changes in the city over the years, from an indoor mall to Peninsula Town C...

New 2020 Hampton wall calendar is now available at limited locations across the city

Nov. 25, 2019 - The 2020 Hampton wall calendar – vibrant, colorful and full of information about the great things you can see and do in the city – is now available at various locations across Hampton. The Marketing graphic artist Illus...

Hampton offices, most services will be closed for Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28, 29

Nov. 20, 2019 - Most city offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. Schools will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 27, Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. There will be no regular trash collection on Thursda...

Major coastal storm predicted to intensify, last through the weekend, cause flooding

Nov. 15, 2019 - The major storm that brought rain today is expected intensify over the weekend along the Virginia coasts, affecting Hampton with continued rain, intensifying wind and coastal/tidal flooding, according to the National Weather Service. While...

Traveling mini park and colorful crosswalks create safe, fun spaces

Nov. 8, 2019 - A movable mini park has been installed on Mellen Street in Phoebus to provide a place for recreation and relaxation. The mini park or “parklet” is currently outside Sly Clyde Ciderworks, but it could move soon.

Decorated...

Downtown city parking lots will be closed for new parking stripes and updating of signs

Nov. 6, 2019 - City-owned parking lots downtown will get a facelift this month when the Public Works Department begins restriping more than 20 lots and replacing or updating signs in and around those lots. Depending on the weather, the work will begin Nov...

Committee looking for two members to help with bicycle and pedestrian-related matters in Hampton

Nov. 5, 2019 - The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is looking for two new members to help advise city staff on bicycle and pedestrian-related matters. The seven-member committee also assists in implementing the goals of Bike Walk Hampton as di...

Join Hampton Police for Coffee with a Cop on Friday, Nov. 8 at Foxhill McDonalds

Nov. 5, 2019 - Join Hampton police on Friday, Nov. 8, for Coffee with a Cop – sponsored by Giamo Management – at the McDonald's restaurant, 217 FoxHill Road, from 8-10 a.m. Coffee with a Cop brings men and women in uniform together wit...

Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, so don't forget to set your clocks back an hour

Nov. 1, 2019 - Don't forget to set your clock's back one hour by 2 a.m. Sunday, when Daylight Saving Time ends.  A common practice in several countries worldwide, Daylight Saving Time calls for advancing clocks forward one hour close to the start...

City offices will be closed Monday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, and some services will be rescheduled

Nov. 1, 2019 - Most city offices will be closed for Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. Trash pickups normally made Monday will be made Wednesday, and street sweeping that normally takes place Monday will take place Saturday, Nov. 16.

Take the survey and tell us what you think about the Buckroe Beach boardwalk renovation plans

Oct. 30, 2019 - The city is in the process of preparing a design for the renovation of the Buckroe Beach Boardwalk. A number of renovation options are being considered – and we want your feedback. Please go online to view the proposed options and take the...

City, Langley plan public meeting Nov. 6 to discuss Armistead gate, flooding issues

Expert panel will talk about starting, expanding a business during November discussion

Oct. 29, 2019 - Starting a business? Expanding your business? Looking for a roadmap and information to help you choose the best options to secure financing for your specific business needs? Hampton's Economic Development Department is sponsoring an expert...

MSN list of Top 25 affordable waterfront communities ranks Hampton as #8 in the U.S.

Oct. 25, 2019 - Hampton earned a spot on another national list of most affordable waterfront communities. The city was #8 on a list of homes in waterfront cities that “are a total steal,” published by MSN with statistics compiled by GOBankingRates.

The MSN...

All General Assembly seats on ballot in Nov. 5 election

Oct. 11, 2019 – All state House of Delegates and Senate seats will be on the ballot when Hampton voters go to the polls Nov. 5. Residents who plan to vote must be registered – under the correct address – by Tuesday, Oct. 15.

Although some of the current le...

Hampton lights up blue and yellow tonight to support afterschool programs

Oct. 24, 2019 -- This afternoon and evening, Hampton will join as America celebrates Lights On Afterschool.  The national event supports the afterschool programs that keep kids safe and inspire them to learn.

To show community support, landmarks a...

Treasurer's Office now offers walk-in passport services, including books, cards and photos

Oct. 24, 2019 - Walk-in passport services are now available at the Hampton Treasurer's Office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Treasurer's Office is an official passport acceptance agency with services that include passport books, passport ...

Ordinance says kids under the age of 12 can go trick-or-treating Oct. 31 from dusk to 8 p.m.

Oct. 23, 2019 - Don't forget that Thursday, Oct. 31 is Halloween, and kids and their chaperones will out trick-or-treating Thursday evening. Children under the age of 12 can participate in the activity from dusk - about 6:36 p.m. - until 8 p.m., according...

Join us for Movie Talks series, watch a free movie and discuss diversity and unity

Oct. 22, 2019 - Come watch "The Hate U Give" at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18, then join a discussion about diversity, unity, and inclusion. It's part of the Movie Talks series sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission and Hampton Public Librar...

Traffic measures to control I-64 backups on Settlers Landing adjusted; poles to be installed

Oct. 18, 2019 — Public Works officials have adjusted the traffic lanes on Settlers Landing Road heading toward eastbound I-64 downtown, based on feedback from police and the public. 

Traffic cones still separate the right lane &mdash...

Nominations open for seniors who should be honored for contributions to the community

Oct. 17, 2019 - Do you know a senior citizen who should be recognized for their contributions to the community? On Dec. 3, the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, along with Hampton Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services, Hampton Health Departme...

Stand down to help homeless, at-risk veterans will be held on Nov. 16 at Y.H. Thomas center

Oct. 17, 2019 - A stand down for homeless and at-risk veterans will be held on Nov. 16 at the Y.H. Thomas Community Center, 1300 Thomas St. Services on-site will include medical screening, housing assistance, legal and employment services, haircuts, showe...

Bluebird Gap Farm will be closed Friday as staff prepares for weekend festival

Oct. 15, 2019 - Bluebird Gap Farm will be closed to the public Friday so that staff can put the finishing touches on plans for the Bluebird Gap Farm Fall Festival on Saturday and Sunday. The festival offers a variety of children's activities, hayrides, a ...

Hampton schools post lowest dropout rate in the region; graduation rate also up

Oct. 8, 2019 - Hampton City Schools has the lowest dropout rate of the 15 school divisions in the region, according to data released by the Virginia Department of Education. The division also posted improved graduation rates.

Graduation rates are counted ...

Bull Island Brewing Co., Vanguard Brewpub earn top honors at Great American Beer Festival in Denver

Oct. 8, 2019 - Hampton’s Bull Island Brewing Co. won a bronze medal for best “chili” beer and The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery won a bronze medal for best “extra special bitter” at the recent Great American Beer Festival in Denver. They were among 13...

Youth mentoring program seeks volunteers to work with middle schoolers in Hampton

Oct. 1, 2019 - Join Mayor Donnie Tuck and Hampton City Schools Superintendent Jeffery Smith on Oct. 17 when the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities and Hampton City Schools host a community kickoff for the R.I.S.E. (Reach, Inspire, Support and E...

For the first time in history, every city school accredited without conditions by state

Sept. 30, 2019 - For the first time ever, all public schools in Hampton have been accredited – without conditions – by the State Department of Education. “Over the past four years, we have completely redesigned our instructional program and student progre...

U.S. Chamber of Commerce says Hampton is one of the best cities in the U.S. for retirees

Sept. 27, 2019 - Hampton is one of the best cities in the nation for retirees, according to data compiled by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The list was designed "to ensure that you make the most of your golden years and spend them in a place that you...

Governor announces series of town halls to educate Virginians about upcoming Census

Sept. 24, 2019 - Gov. Ralph Northam said a series of regional town halls will be held across Virginia starting Wednesday, Sept. 25,  to educate residents about the upcoming 2020 Census and provide opportunities to meet with Census job recruiters....

2020 Census is around the corner, and it's important for Hampton to be accurately counted

Sept. 17, 2019 - Are you ready to be counted? 

Every 10 years, the United States conducts a massive count of the nation’s population, and the results impact all of us at the local, state and federal level. That’s why it&rsq...

Hampton-based Registrar Corp. continues to grow; expands headquarters

Aug. 29, 2019 - Hampton-based Registrar Corp. marked a company expansion with a ribbon-cutting on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The company is a leading provider of U.S. Food and Drug Administration compliance services to FDA-regulated facilities worldwide.

Registra...

St. George Brewery's Golden Ale wins U.S. Beer Tasting Championship

Aug. 27, 2019 - The St. George Brewery's Golden Ale was named Grand Chamption best golden ale or Kolsh in the United States Beer Tasting Championship for the second year in a row.

The brewery's Doppelbock was ranked best in the Southeast region as well.&am...

2 Hampton businesses recognized among fastest-growing companies in U.S.

Aug. 28, 2019 - Two Hampton-based businesses, Threat Tec and Applied Training Solutions,  were listed in the the Inc  5000 list of fastest growing companie. Threat Tec was included on the list for the first time, and Applied Training Sol...

$100,000 grant will extend efforts to save more animal lives on the Virginia peninsula

Aug. 27, 2019 - The Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Petco Foundation in support of its efforts to expand and enhance the shelter’s animal foster care program for Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson and York County....

Lifelong Hamptonian Jason Mitchell named director of city's Public Works Department

Aug. 27, 2019 - Jason Mitchell, a lifelong resident of Hampton who grew up in Riverdale and went to Hampton High School, has been named director of the city’s Public Works Department. Mitchell, 47, had been serving as interim director since July of 2018, ...

New traffic measures set to control I-64 backups downtown; part of test to relieve congestion

Aug. 12, 2019 — Eastbound I-64 drivers who block traffic on both lanes of Settlers Landing Road downtown will find new traffic controls beginning Monday, Aug. 12. Public Works crews installed traffic cones as lane dividers, designed to keep eastbound I-64...

Interim Fire Chief Jason H. Monk named permanent head of division by Hampton city manager Bunting

June 14, 2019 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting announced Friday that "after an extensive search process that netted a very competitive pool of candidates, I have appointed our own Jason H. Monk to be the permanent Fire Chief. It is especially grat...

Residents can apply for program providing matching home improvement grants

March 19, 2019 - Applications are now being accepted for Curb Appeal, a matching grant program from the city's Community Development Department that helps residents make exterior improvements to their homes at half the cost. Curb Appeal provides up to $5,...

New Hampton law targets drivers distracted by cell-phone use

Jan. 16, 2019 - A new Hampton law gives police the ability to add an extra penalty when bad driving is caused by drivers who are distracted by the cell phones in their hands.

Hampton City Council passed the law Jan. 9, which means that anyone driving on ci...

Join 'Blue View' and help police protect your business and others in Hampton

Jan. 8, 2019 - Your business can contribute to a safer and stronger community by becoming a part of Hampton's new Blue View program.

Blue View allows your business to share live security camera video with the Hampton Police Department's Real Time Informati...

UPDATE: Confirmed case of rabies in Hampton cat; make sure your pet is vaccinated

May 15, 2020 - The Health Department announced a confirmed case of rabies in a stray cat that was found on Glascow Way in Scotland Square area of the city.  The cat was described as a domestic short hair dilute calico that bit at least one person...

Event to focus on animal care, laws, Animal Control and wildlife

Jan. 14, 2019 - All things related to animals — from the care of our pets to the behavior of wildlife — will be the focus at Paws, Claws & Tails. The free Jan. 30 event will feature talks, displays and and chance to speak to expert...

City manager's recommended budget for FY 2020 is now available online

April 15, 2019 - The city manager's recommended budget for 2019-2020 is now available online. The proposed budget would fully fund the city schools’ budget, add police personnel, boost flood mitigation projects, increase workforce development an...

Proposed budget boosts schools, police, flood mitigation, economic development

April 10, 2019 – City Manager Mary Bunting unveiled highlights of a proposed budget for next year that would fully fund the city schools’ budget, add police personnel, boost flood mitigation projects, increase workforce development, provide for 3 percent ...

Solid waste fee projected to increase next year; budget input meetings scheduled

Feb. 28, 2019 - Public Works managers told City Council on Wednesday that the worldwide glut of recyclables, the decreasing cost of energy, and the need to invest in technology will push up the cost of the solid waste fee next year. The fee covers the cos...

Home values continue slow climb; gains seen across city

Jan. 23, 2019 - A majority of Hampton homeowners – almost 60 percent – will find their homes have increased in value this year. That’s the biggest boost in home values in more than a decade and a sign of “slow, stea...

Teens encouraged to register now for citywide discussion about diversity, civic engagement

July 15, 2020 - The city is looking for interested teenagers from Hampton to take part in a special, four-day series of meetings designed to discuss and promote civic engagement, diversity, and unity. You can register online. The idea for the meetings cam...

Discuss race and privilege in America at the Unity Commission's next 'Marketplace Talks'

Jan. 31, 2020 - Discuss the origin of privilege and race in America during the next Marketplace Talks at noon on Feb. 7 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 100 Queens Way.  Marketplace Talks is a new conversation series that encourages peop...

Discuss current events impacting local, national, international communities at Marketplace Talks

Jan. 15, 2020 - Marketplace Talks is a new conversation series that encourages people to discuss current events impacting local, national and international communities. Broad topics include privilege, mental health, and violence. The conversations will in...

Unity hosts a special mix and mingle to foster talk about violence, domestic partnership

Dec. 3, 2019 - Hampton's Citizens' Unity Commission and the LGBTQ Awareness Committee will host a special mix and mingle event on Saturday, Dec, 21, that's designed to foster conversations about violence as it pertains to domestic partnership. The first i...

Join us for Movie Talks series, watch a free movie and discuss diversity and unity

Oct. 22, 2019 - Come watch "The Hate U Give" at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18, then join a discussion about diversity, unity, and inclusion. It's part of the Movie Talks series sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission and Hampton Public Librar...

Learn more about the Baha'i faith on Oct. 21 during a prayer gathering at community center

Oct. 2, 2019 - Learn more about the Baha'i faith on Monday, Oct. 21, from 6-8 p.m. during a celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab, a key figure in Baha'i history. Established in 1863, the Baha'i faith teaches the essential worth of ...

Students, seniors among winners of 2019 Unity Award for diversity, positive impact in city

June 13, 2019 - A high school student who focused on diversity and a program created to improve the safety of people with autism or cognitive disorders were among the individuals, organizations or initiatives that received 2019 Unity Awards from the Citiz...

Register now! Classes start in May for the next Level I of Hampton Diversity College

March 30, 2019 - Start at the beginning and work your way through all three levels by signing up for the next Diversity College classes. 

Sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission, Level I of Diversity College is a four-week interactive program ...

Classes start March 14 for the next Level II session of Hampton Diversity College

Feb. 4, 2019 - Attend the next Level II class of Hampton Diversity College and learn more about diversity, unity, and inclusion. Sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission, Level II is a six-week program that begins March 14 and explores how individual p...

Register now! Classes start Jan. 17 for the next Level I of Hampton Diversity College

Jan. 8, 2019 - There is still time!

Attend Hampton Diversity College and learn more about diversity, unity, and inclusion. Sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission, Level I of Diversity College is a four-week interactive program that concentrates on inc...

You can register now for upcoming classes in Hampton Diversity College

June 22,  2018 - Attend Hampton Diversity College and learn more about diversity, unity and inclusion. Sponsored by the Citizens' Unity Commission, Diversity College is a free, multi-level, interactive program that concentrates on increasing your...

Registration is open now for Level III of Hampton's Diversity College

March 26, 2018 - Classes start on July 12, but registration is open now for Level III of Hampton Diversity College, a multi-level, interactive program that concentrates on increasing our knowledge about  the value of diversity, unity, and inclusi...

Solid waste fee projected to increase next year; budget input meetings scheduled

Feb. 28, 2019 - Public Works managers told City Council on Wednesday that the worldwide glut of recyclables, the decreasing cost of energy, and the need to invest in technology will push up the cost of the solid waste fee next year. The fee covers the cos...

Hampton mayor announces memorial plaza to honor King, as well as "Hampton Heroes"

Jan. 10, 2019 - Mayor Donnie Tuck announced Wednesday that the Martin Luther King Jr. and Hampton Heroes Memorial Plaza will be dedicated Jan. 21. He also announced the first people whose names will be listed on the monument.

The panels will honor those wh...

City Council allows off-track betting facility and approves several zoning changes

Jan. 9, 2019 – Hampton’s City Council on Wednesday endorsed a permit for an indoor off-track betting horse racing facility in the Power Plant shopping center, as well as several zoning changes for small live entertainment venues and the Phoebus district.

T...

New Hampton law targets drivers distracted by cell-phone use

Jan. 16, 2019 - A new Hampton law gives police the ability to add an extra penalty when bad driving is caused by drivers who are distracted by the cell phones in their hands.

Hampton City Council passed the law Jan. 9, which means that anyone driving on ci...

Community Cleanups: Kentucky Avenue and Nettles Lane

We’re holding Community Cleanups on: 

• Friday August 7^th at 9am on Kentucky Avenue
• Saturday August 8^th at 10am on Nettles Lane 

The weather looks iffy on Friday right now, but that could change dramatically before Friday morning. S...

Things to Know & Do!

BASSETTE & ELMERTON CEMETERY COMMUNITY CLEANUPS WITH FRIENDS OF THE BARRETT - PEAKE HERITAGE FOUNDATION 

The Friends of the Barrett - Peake Heritage Foundation are planning to clean up the Bassette and Elmerton Cemeteries this Saturday, August...

Things to Know & Do! July 15th

COMMUNITY CLEANUPS 

We have rescheduled the Community Cleanups we’ve missed since March, April, and May. Here’s a schedule for all the summer cleanups, including the rescheduled ones. At this point all cleanups are limited to f...

Household Chemical and Computer Collections in Hampton

Household Chemicals Collection and Electronics Recycling

Household chemicals and electronic devises should not go into the regular garbage. They may contain chemicals and metals that shouldn’t go into the steam plant or landfill. So the City of H...

Recycle Your Plastic Bags and Other Film Plastics

Plastic bags and plastic wraps of different kinds ARE recyclable, but they’re not recyclable in your household recycling container. They have to be taken to drop-off sites, most of which are retail locations that you might already be visiting.

Wh...

Are You Looking for a Place to Recycle Plastic Bags and Wrap?

Film plastic, the kind of plastic that makes up bags, case wraps, and newspaper sleeves, among others, is highly recyclable and can be made in to many new products, including plastic lumber, fences, and new plastic bags. Please don’t let them go...

Help Keep Buckroe Beach Park Clean & Beautiful

You might have seen a news segment about litter at Buckroe Beach on WAVY TV on Wednesday evening. Litter is a problem EVERYWHERE, but it’s particularly insidious when it occurs alongside waterways. When people litter on the beach, it’s...

Announcing the 2019 Yard of the Year!

Annually the Yards Are Really Distinctive (YARDS) Contest judges choose one outstanding sustainably beautiful landscape from the Yard of the Month winners selected from May through September. This year the honor goes to Paul and Melanie Stern, Eastlawn Av...

Hampton Clean City Commission Annual Volunteer Recognition

The Hampton Clean City Commission held its annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner on October 24 at the First United Methodist Church Fox Hill on October 24. More than 50 individuals and groups were recognized for their contributions to a Clean & Green Ha...

Announcing the 2019 Adopt-A-Spot Awards: Extra Mile Winners

At the Volunteer Recognition Dinner on October 24, the Hampton Clean City Commission recognized Adopt-A-Spot groups that fulfilled their commitment and more!

Extra Mile Award winners cleaned their adopted spot between 10 and 19 times. Spratley Gifted Cente...

Announcing the 2019 Adopt-A-Spot Awards! The Golden Litter Stick Awards

At the Volunteer Recognition Dinner on October 24, the Hampton Clean City Commission recognized Adopt-A-Spot groups that fulfilled their commitment and more!

Golden Litter Stick Award winners cleaned their adopted spots 20 or more times. In this photo are ...

Five Hampton Schools Receive Kroger Zero Hunger Zero Waste Plastic Bag Recycling Awards

The Kroger Company and the Hampton Clean City Commission are very pleased to announce that five Hampton schools have received the first inaugural Zero Hunger Zero Waste Plastic Bag Recycling Awards, instituted for the first time in the 2018-2019 school ye...

Congratulations to the 2019 Green School Award Winners!

Seven schools were selected as Hampton Green School Award winners for 2019. The awards are based on participation in the Hampton Clean City Commission’s School Pride In Action Committee, litter prevention efforts, recycling and waste reduction programs, b...

New office dedicated to DMV Select officially opens in Ruppert Sargent Building

April 10, 2019 - State officials, city leaders and members of the public were all on hand Wednesday morning when a new, dedicated office for DMV select officially opened on the first floor of Hampton's Ruppert Sargent building.

DMV Select offers most but n...

Commissioner of the revenue receives award of excellence

Sept. 25, 2015 - Ross A. Mugler, Hampton's Commissioner of Revenue, received the Sam T. Barfield Award of Excellence this week at the annual conference of the Commissioners of the Revenue Association of Virginia.

Barfield was a longtime commissioner of...Read on...

Restaurants, here's how to apply for a temporary outdoor dining area

May 15, 2020 - Beginning today, Virginia restaurants are allowed to seat customers in outdoor seating if they already have approved sites. Those who don’t, and those who want expanded areas, can fill out a simple permit application that Hampton ...

Applications for neighborhood revitalization grants are being accepted

Feb. 14, 2020 — The City of Hampton has begun accepting Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Program proposals for the fiscal year 2021 (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021).  Due to the limited amount of funds ava...

Upcoming workshops will focus on Hampton's 5-year consolidated housing plan

Feb. 3, 2020 - Hampton’s Community Development Department is working on its five-year Consolidated Housing Plan, and the public is invited to one of three workshops where you can share your thoughts on affordable housing, housing assistance for ...

Join city, design teams to discuss pilot project on managing water, improving quality of life

Jan. 7, 2020 - Join the City of Hampton and a professional design team, including experts from flood-prone New Orleans, to discuss pilot projects designed to improve Hampton's water resilience. Our innovative pilot projects are intended to manage water an...

Committee looking for two members to help with bicycle and pedestrian-related matters in Hampton

Nov. 5, 2019 - The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is looking for two new members to help advise city staff on bicycle and pedestrian-related matters. The seven-member committee also assists in implementing the goals of Bike Walk Hampton as di...

Governor announces series of town halls to educate Virginians about upcoming Census

Sept. 24, 2019 - Gov. Ralph Northam said a series of regional town halls will be held across Virginia starting Wednesday, Sept. 25,  to educate residents about the upcoming 2020 Census and provide opportunities to meet with Census job recruiters....

2020 Census is around the corner, and it's important for Hampton to be accurately counted

Sept. 17, 2019 - Are you ready to be counted? 

Every 10 years, the United States conducts a massive count of the nation’s population, and the results impact all of us at the local, state and federal level. That’s why it’s important for every Hampt...

Learn about fair housing law on April 11 at free workshop in Goodwill Service Center

April 3, 2019 - Find out everything you need to know about fair housing laws at a special class on April 11 from 4-7 p.m. at the Goodwill Service Center, 1911 Kilgore Ave. Property managers, real estate agents, lenders, tenants, landlords, and housing adv...

Residents can apply for program providing matching home improvement grants

March 19, 2019 - Applications are now being accepted for Curb Appeal, a matching grant program from the city's Community Development Department that helps residents make exterior improvements to their homes at half the cost. Curb Appeal provides up to $5,...

There's still time to tell us what you think should be part of Hampton's Community Plan

March 5, 2019 - There is still time to tell us what you think should be included in Hampton's updated Community Plan, which includes a five-year look at immediate strategic issues and a 20-year look at broader areas of growth and development. Please take ...

Celebrate International Women's Day with bike ride on March 9

Feb. 13, 2019 - Celebrate International Women's Day with a free bike ride on March 9 that starts in downtown Hampton. 

Riders of all ages and skill levels are invited to join a trip of 5, 12 or 20 miles that begins at 9 a.m. Just grab your bike an...

Hampton is updating the Community Plan and wants your help: Take the survey

Feb. 5, 2019 - Hampton is busy updating the city's Community Plan through the year 2040. The plan includes a 5-year look at immediate strategic issues in the city, and a 20-year look at broader areas of growth and development.

Because the update will guide...

Join the upcoming discussion about water, resiliency and potential projects in city

Jan. 8, 2019 - Join the Resilient Hampton team and meet with experts from New Orleans and the Netherlands to learn about and share opinions on potential projects along Newmarket Creek. Resilient Hampton is a city-wide initiative meant to improve Hampton's...

Learn about building codes and code enforcement at Community Development academy

Jan. 4, 2019 - Starting Jan. 24, Hampton’s Community Development Department will offer a free, six-week education series designed to give citizens and community leaders a better understanding of the community development process and code enforce...

Community Plan update: ask for a meeting or hold your own; take online survey

Jan. 3, 2019 - Hampton is currently updating the city's Community Plan through the year 2040. The community plan includes a 5-year look at immediate strategic issues in the city and a 20-year plan that will look at broader areas of growth and development ...

Hampton, Bay Foundation announce partnership for projects

Dec. 19, 2018 - Hampton could be the first in Virginia to take on pioneering projects that reduce flooding and prevent pollution using environmental impact bonds, a funding tool leveraged through the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Quantified Ventures.

Community meeting set for Tuesday, Nov. 27, to discuss Fox Hill Neighborhood Center

Nov. 16, 2018 - Hampton’s Community Development Department will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Francis Asbury Elementary School, 140 Beach Road, to refine neighborhood priorities for the new Fox Hill Neighborhood Center. Once prio...

Hampton 2040: Help kick off a major update to the city's Community Plan on Oct. 30

Oct. 5, 2018 - Help kick off a major update to the city’s Community Plan. 

The new plan — Hampton 2040 — will be a road map for the city’s future, and we want your perspective to set the right course. What i...

Reminder: building, plumbing and other permit applications can be submitted by email

Sept. 27, 2018 - Hampton's Community Development Department reminds us that we can save a tree - and cut down on paperwork - by submitting building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and zoning permit applications by email. Just download an application fro...

Gov. Northam comes to Phoebus to announce a $70 million program for small businesses

July 27, 2020 – Gov. Ralph Northam came to Hampton today to announce a $70 million state program that is targeted to help small businesses, especially those that are minority- or women-owned.

The Rebuild VA Grant Fund will help small businesses a...

DriveNOW helps participants get training, start towards commercial drivers license

July 16, 2020 - Workforce Hampton’s DriveNOW training program completed its pilot phase this month, with five people set to start on-the-job training for a Class B commercial drivers license and full-time work as a bus operator trainee with Hamp...

Lookin for a career boost? check out the new Virginia Career Works Referral Portal

July 13, 2020 - Hampton residents in search of jobs and new opportunities are encouraged to use the new Virginia Career Works Referral Portal. It’s a groundbreaking statewide platform that refers individuals to programs that help them advance th...

Start Peninsula is back this year for its 9th annual year

June 24, 2020 - Start Peninsula is pleased to announce that it will return for its ninth annual year in 2020. Beginning next month, Start Peninsula will begin a series of three micropitch competitions held on July 14, September 22 and October 13. At each ...

Restaurants, here's how to apply for a temporary outdoor dining area

May 15, 2020 - Beginning today, Virginia restaurants are allowed to seat customers in outdoor seating if they already have approved sites. Those who don’t, and those who want expanded areas, can fill out a simple permit application that Hampton ...

Update on the Hampton COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program

May 11, 2020 - Thank you for your interest in the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program. It has been determined that all of grant funds have been exhausted and as such the Hampton Economic Development Authority is no longer accepting applications for...

Let your customers know your business status during this changing environment

April 7, 2020 - Hampton businesses are making changes to adapt to the coronavirus. Here’s a quick way to let your customers know about such things as modified hours, online only, takeout, special hours for seniors, etc. 

Go here and clic...

Governor issues FAQ for businesses about what's essential, closures, 10-person limit

March 25, 2020 - Gov. Ralph Northam issues detailed Q&A for businesses wondering if they are affected by his orders.

Special message from Economic Development Director Chuck Rigney

March 20, 2020 - These are challenging days, and the Department of Economic Development is here to help you navigate successfully through them. In addition to the City of Hampton’s official releases we intend to post on this site, we will be pro...

Hampton’s Sentara Careplex Hospital is listed in the top 5% of hospitals in the nation

Feb. 14, 2020 - Hampton’s Sentara Careplex Hospital is among the top 250 of hospitals in the nation for overall clinical excellence, according to the healthgrades website.

Healthgrades’ list is based solely on clinical quality outcomes ...

Home- Based Business 2020 Lunch & Learn Series

July 20, 2020 - Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the Virtual Home-Based Business 2020 Lunch & Learn Series. This event takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from Noon - 1:00 P.M. Each monthly session will feature virtual netwo...

City, HRT join forces to offer training program to help residents get commercial driver's license

Jan. 10 2020 - Hampton’s WorkOne Center and Hampton Roads Transit have joined forces to offer HRT DriveNOW, a training program for eligible Hampton residents that will let them earn a learner’s commercial driver’s license, a Career Readiness Certificate a...

Governor renews Hampton Enterprise Zone, which includes grants for new or expanding businesses

Dec. 26, 2019 - Hampton’s Urban area Enterprise Zone has been renewed for five more years, Gov. Ralph Northam announced this week. Enterprise Zones allow businesses that are located in key areas and added qualifying jobs or property investments to receive...

Magazine names Economic Development's Charles Rigney 'one of 100 people to meet in 2020'

Dec. 3, 2019 - Hampton Economic Development Director Charles Rigney was recently named one of Virginia Business Magazine's "100 people to meet in 2020." Chosen by the magazine editors, the 100 are described as "interesting, innovative and v...

Expert panel will talk about starting, expanding a business during November discussion

Oct. 24, 2019 - Starting a business? Expanding your business? Looking for a roadmap and information to help you choose the best options to secure financing for your specific business needs? Hampton's Economic Development Department is sponsoring an expert...

Ready to be an entrepreneur? Get mentoring and compete for funding at Start Peninsula

Oct. 2, 2019 - Ready to move your business idea from concept to launch? Start Peninsula allows you to pitch your idea, get some help refining it, and potentially earn one of three  $5,000 prizes.

This year's Start Peninsula competition will be hel...

Business Exchange Hampton kicks off new speaker series with panel of successful women

Feb. 5, 2019 - Business Exchange Hampton kicks off a new speaker series on March 7 by inviting a panel of successful women to talk about the challenges, opportunities, and lessons they have experienced in life. 

March is Women's History Month and ...

Join 'Blue View' and help police protect your business and others in Hampton

Dec. 11, 2018 - Your business can contribute to a safer and stronger community by becoming a part of Hampton's new Blue View program.

Blue View allows your business to share live security camera video with the Hampton Police Department's Real Time Informat...

Hampton's new WorkOne Center opened Friday morning at Y.H. Thomas complex

Nov. 30, 2018 - More than 50 people attended the grand opening Friday morning of Hampton's new WorkOne Center at the Y.H. Thomas complex, 1300 Thomas St.

The center is part of Workforce Hampton, a city initiative that makes resources and services more acce...

City begins cleanup after Tropical Storm Isaias; widespread power outages reported

Aug. 4, 2020 — Tropical Storm Isaias turned out to fall right along with the forecast — a major amount of wind with very little flooding. By noon, there was a sunny sky and debris everywhere. 

Hampton got only about an inch of ...

Tropical storm hits Hampton; trash pickup delayed a day; city buildings closed Tuesday

Aug. 4, 2020 — Tropical Storm Isaias has passed Hampton Roads, but residents are reminded to use caution venturing outside and driving. Although the sun is shining, there are reports of 46 trees fallen across roads, live wires hanging in places,...

Tropical storm winds to hit Hampton Tuesday; trash pickup delayed; city buildings closed Tuesday

Aug. 3, 2020 — The storm Isaias is expected to bring tropical storm force winds across Hampton Roads, beginning overnight and increasing Tuesday morning. Hampton could see wind speeds of 40-50 mph and gusts up to 60 or 70 mph, especially in wate...

Hurricane Isaias is a potential threat to the area and could cause moderate flooding

July 31, 2020 — Local and state officials are monitoring the storm Isaias, which was upgraded to a hurricane overnight. There is still variability in the track, and residents are urged to be alert. As of Friday morning, predictions were that it ...

Taxpayers suffering losses from COVID crisis may qualify for extension on home and car taxes

April 8, 2020 - Residents and businesses who suffered financial losses due to the COVID crisis can apply for an extension of the June 5 tax deadline, Hampton City Council unanimously agreed.

Those who apply and are accepted will have until Aug. 1, 2020, to...

Hampton earns 'StormReady Community' designation from National Weather Service

Dec. 11, 2019 - Last month, Hampton earned its renewal as a StormReady Community from the National Weather Service by demonstrating multiple components of severe weather readiness.  StormReady is a voluntary program. To be officially certified, a...

Emergency officials want residents to "be prepared, not scared' during hurricane season

Sept. 1, 2019 – Be prepared, not scared. That’s the message for the month of September, National Preparedness Month,  from FEMA, Ready.gov, and Hampton’s Emergency Management Office. The goal is to promote disaster a...

Sign up for Community Emergency Response Team training and learn how to help your friends, neighbors

July 26, 2019 - Hampton's Emergency Management Office has a new CERT class starting Sept. 12. Sign up now for four weeks of training on everything from disaster preparedness to light search and rescue.

Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m...

June is start of hurricane season, and residents are encouraged to start preparations now

June 4, 2019 - June is the start of hurricane season, and residents are encouraged to start preparing now for a possible disaster. On Monday, Gov. Ralph Northam and his cabinet took part in a day-long exercise that focused on disaster preparedness.

"H...

Sign up now Community Emergency Response Team training in April

Feb. 26,  2018 - Hampton's Emergency Management Office has a new Community Emergency Response Team class starting April 5. Sign up now for four weeks of training on everything from disaster preparedness to light search and rescue. Classes will be...

It's not too early to sign up for Community Emergency Response Team training

Nov. 3, 2017 - Hampton's Emergency Management Office has a new Community Emergency Response Team class starting Jan. 4. Sign up now for four weeks of training on everything from disaster preparedness to light search and rescue. Classes will be held Tuesda...

Fire Division hiring process opens to applicants beginning Aug. 3

July 27, 2020 — Hampton’s Division of Fire & Rescue is hiring starting Aug. 3. The division has more than 270 full-time employees, and hiring needs vary from year to year. But Hampton continually seeks highly qualified and diverse ...

Fire Division awarded by Peninsula EMS Council for outstanding achievements

July 24, 2020 - Hamptons Division of Fire and Rescue received several awards recently from The Peninsulas Emergency Medical Services Council Inc. The awards recognize the outstanding achievements and notable work of individuals, agencies, organizations an...

Girls can learn about firefighting and more this summer at Camp Fury Hampton

Jan. 29, 2020 - Girls in grades 6-12 are encouraged to sign up now for Camp Fury Hampton, a hands-on resident camp where they can learn what it takes to be a firefighter or law enforcement officer and meet women who are breaking barriers and stereotypes. ...

Fire station 7 temporarily closed; firefighters will work out of neighboring stations

Jan. 13, 2020 - While preparing Fire Station 7 for new carpet last Thursday the city discovered that old floor tiles in the station might contain asbestos. All work in the station was halted and fire officials took firefighters out of the station while th...

Hampton's Five-alarm Festival and Chili cook-off is Saturday, Oct. 5, from noon-4 p.m.

Sept. 12, 2019 - Don't miss the fun - or the food - when the Five Alarm Festival and Chili Cook-off returns to Syms Middle School on Saturday, Oct. 5, from noon-4 p.m. Free chili tasting is just part of the draw. There will also be a DJ, bounce house, fac...

Fire Division, Red Cross sponsor a blood drive at City Hall

Aug. 27, 2019 -The Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue, the City of Hampton and the American Red Cross are sponsoring a blood drive Wednesday at City Hall, 22 Lincoln St. As incentives, Amazon is offering all donors a $5 Amazon.com gift card (via email), ...

Interim Fire Chief Jason H. Monk named permanent head of division by Hampton city manager Bunting

June 14, 2019 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting announced Friday that "after an extensive search process that netted a very competitive pool of candidates, I have appointed our own Jason H. Monk to be the permanent Fire Chief. It is especially grat...

Register now for Camp Fury, a unique summer camp for girls focused on firefighting

Jan. 14, 2018 - Registration is now open for Camp Fury, the weeklong summer camp for girls that gives them an up-close look at the life of a firefighter. From July 21-26, girls in grades 6-12 can train alongside a team of firefighters and law enforcement ...

Classes for the next Citizens Fire Academy scheduled for Sept. 21-30 are postponed

July 18, 2017 -  Classes for the next Citizens Fire Academy scheduled for Sept. 21-30 on Thursdays and Saturdays have been postponed and will be rescheduled. Check back at hampton.gov/fire for rescheduled dates. Learn what it takes to provide fir...

Fire & Rescue gets top services rating

April 4, 2016 - The Division of Fire & Rescue would like to proudly announce that our new Insurance Services Office "class 1" rating is in effect as of April 1. The Division thanks our members, city officials, and others who helped reach thi...Read on...

Scottish Influence on Popular Music in Colonial Virginia - Wednesday, August 19, 7 pm

Renowned fiddler David Gardner explores “The Scottish Influence on Popular Music in Virginia during the Colonial Period” in this Facebook Live event.

David Gardner is a nationally recognized Scottish fiddle performer, teacher and judge....

History Matters - Message from the Director

As we live through events that affect the course of history, it feels like a tide is sweeping us along; challenging our understanding of the forces at play. At the History Museum, we believe the tool we must use to navigate these hidden currents is the po...

Hampton History Museum and Air Power Park have reopened!

As part of the City of Hampton’s overall reopening strategy, the Hampton History Museum, and Air Power Park have reopened to the public with reduced hours on Monday, June 8. The museum’s other management property, the Hampton Carousel,...

"Clips with the Curator" Virtual Tours - online now!

We miss seeing you! Since you can’t come to us, we have begun sharing a series of “Clips with the Curator,” two to four minute videos, on Facebook , Instagram  and Twitter!

Now featured are tour highlights of...

"Hampton One: Working, Building, and Racing on the Water," on view now!

This artifact-rich exhibition explores Hampton's integral ties to, and love of, the water that surrounds the city, its seafood and maritime heritage, and passion for sailing as embodied in the locally developed Hampton One-Design sailboat, and the competi...

ReLaunching Air Power Park! See what's restored, renewed, refreshed!

ReLaunching Air Power ParkAir Power Park | 413 W. Mercury Boulevard | Hampton, VA 23669 | 757-726-0650What exactly is ReLaunching Air Power Park? ReLaunching Air Power Park is not an event, but rather a refreshed and reinvigorated way experiencin...

Hampton Sheriff’s deputies welcome students on first day of school

Nov. 5, 2019 — On Sept. 3, deputies from the Hampton Sheriff's Office welcomed students on their first day of school. The Sheriff’s Office continues to partner with Hampton City Schools in an effort to advance our student’s a...

Sheriff's Office, Bethel Law Enforcement Academy partner to prepare students

Nov. 5, 2019 — The Hampton Sheriff’s Office and Bethel High School Academy of Law and Public Safety partnered for 2 weeks this summer to challenge students to create a curriculum for students planning for a career in law enforcement. S...

100% of all Hampton Schools Accredited

The Hampton Sheriff’s Office congratulates Hampton City Schools on its amazing accomplishment: 100% of all schools accredited. 

We are so proud to be a community partner and look forward to helping Hampton City Schools continue to do gre...

Hampton deputies partner with YMCA for school shopping

Sept. 6, 2019 — Deputies from the Hampton Sheriff’s Office recently volunteered their morning to support the Bright Beginnings program coordinated by the Hampton Family YMCA.

For the 12th consecutive year, Hampton deputies joined volunt...

Sheriff's Office coordinates child ID program at Victorious Community Day

Aug. 17, 2019 — The Hampton Police, Hampton Sheriff’s Office,  Hampton Commonwealth Attorney’s Office Victim Service Unit and Coliseum Central sponsored Victorious Day, the community event to recognize young people w...

Hampton Sheriff's Office and Hampton Police partner in active shooter training

Nov. 4, 2019 — On July 26, the Portsmouth Sheriffs Office’s Emergency Response Team facilitated an extensive eight-hour active shooter training session to nearly 40 Hampton sheriff's deputies and police officers.

The exercises left noth...

Start planning for back-to-school immunizations now to avoid long lines

Aug. 5, 2019 - All students starting kindergarten or pre-K classes must have proof of required immunizations, and rising sixth graders need a booster. The Hampton Health District offers all required immunizations for free; appointments are not necessary.

R...

Healthy Families, Library, Book Club join forces to discuss diversity, equity

June 25, 2020 - Hampton Healthy Families, Hampton Public Library, and the Mayor’s Book Club invite you and the children in your life to join “CommUNITY Reads: Affirming Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.” That’s our n...

New parents and caregivers can get one-on-one support at home to help baby grow, thrive

Feb. 19, 2020 - Are you a new or expectant mother? Are you the parent of a child under 3 years of age?  Hampton Healthy Families offers free one-on-one support that provides you with helpful parenting information and tips in the comfort of your o...

New convenient online birthing classes offered for expecting parents

Feb. 13, 2020 — Healthy Families offers new online childbirth classes for expectant mothers and their families who want the option to stay at home while they learn what to expect. 

Parents expecting a new child can get the same quality i...

Healthy Families staff meet with legislator, Va. first lady on Advocacy Day

Feb. 14, 2020 — Healthy Families staff members spoke to a legislator and the state’s first lady on Home Visiting Advocacy Day on Jan. 22 in Richmond.  

Advocacy Day is an opportunity to meet with Virginia lawmakers on a particu...

Healthy Families sponsors program on positive discipline for children

April 29, 2019 - Get practical tips and tools for disciplining children ages 2-6 at a six-week program sponsored by Hampton's Healthy Families division. Classes will be every Tuesday May 21-June 25 at the Healthy Families building, 100 Old Hampton Lane. I...

Former Mallory Elementary School is home to new playgroup for kids age 1-4

April 3, 2019 - Parents of children between the ages of 1 and 4 are encouraged to take advantage of the Mallory Walkers & Shakers Playgroup on Tuesdays from 10-noon starting April 16 at the former Mallory Elementary School, 331 Big Bethel Road. Come c...

Healthy Families changes weekly payment due date for school age programs

Jan. 18, 2019 - Healthy Families would like to thank all of the families who took the Hampton School Age Programs annual survey. Based on survey responses, weekly payments for the before- and after-school programs are now due on Friday instead of Thursday...

Hampton begins 'Digital City Transformation' with smart light poles at Y.H. Thomas

Feb. 3, 2020 - Solar-powered smart light poles, the first project in Hampton’s “Digital City Transformation” initiative, will debut this month at the Y.H. Thomas Neighborhood Park, 1300 Thomas St. The new poles use green tech...

Hampton's libraries to open July 1, but with some new rules

June 26, 2020 - Hampton’s main and branch libraries will re-open July 1, with some new policies, procedures and hours:

• All patrons over 10 years old MUST wear a mask (unless there is a medical reason) in order to come into the library.  ...

Hampton libraries to begin online ordering with curbside pickup of books, DVDs and other materials

May 20, 2020 — Hampton’s four libraries will begin online and phone ordering of materials for curbside pickup next week. 

Beginning today, library customers can go online  to browse items and request books or other mat...

2020 Census is around the corner, and it's important for Hampton to be accurately counted

Jan. 30, 2020 — Are you ready to be counted? 

Every 10 years, the United States conducts a massive count of the nation’s population, and the results impact all of us at the local, state and federal level. That’s why i...

Hampton library adds free streaming movie service Kanopy to offerings

Dec. 20, 2019 — The Hampton Public Library has added free online streaming movie provider Kanopy to its catalog of online services. 

Kanopy is a video streaming service for curated independent, award-winning and popular films for all ages...

Hampton library replaces Overdrive e-book service with Hoopla

Aug. 2, 2019 — The Hampton Public Library is replacing e-book provider Overdrive with Hoopla beginning Sept. 1, 2019. Hampton online users won't have to worry about not having as many digital reading choices, though. With Hoopla, the library's e-book coll...

Boots to Business entrepreneurship training targets transitioning military

Feb. 4, 2020 - Active-duty military and Reserves, as well as their spouses, are eligible to take a two-day course designed to teach essentials of entrepreneurship and fundamentals of business ownership. It will be held Feb. 18-19.

The workshop, which will ...

City, Langley plan public meeting Nov. 6 to discuss Armistead gate, flooding issues

Volunteers sought to join in reading of the names on Sept. 11 at Gosnold's Hope Park in Hampton

Aug. 20, 2019 - Volunteers are encouraged to join in the "Reading of the Names” beginning at 8:30 AM, Wednesday, September 11th at Gosnold’s Hope Park, 901 E. Little Back River Road in Hampton. Local citizens will gather to read aloud the names of al...

Stand down to help homeless, at-risk veterans will be held on Nov. 16 at Y.H. Thomas center

Oct. 17, 2019 - A stand down for homeless and at-risk veterans will be held on Nov. 16 at the Y.H. Thomas Community Center, 1300 Thomas St. Services on-site will include medical screening, housing assistance, legal and employment services, haircuts, showe...

Veterans invited to free health fair at Fort Monroe Community Center on Oct. 5

Sept. 23, 2019 - The Alliance for Veterans Health and Hampton's Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services Department will present a free Veterans Health Fair and Adapted Sports Day on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hampton's Fort Monroe Community Ce...

Volunteers sought for Day of Remembrance 'reading of the names' at Gosnold's Hope Park

Aug. 27, 2019 - Volunteers are encouraged to join in the "Reading of the Names” beginning at 8:30 a.m.  Wednesday, Sept. 11 at Gosnold’s Hope Park, 901 E. Little Back River Road in Hampton. Volunteers will gather to read ...

Air Force wants residents to comment on a propsal to move F-22 training unit to Hampton

May 22, 2019 - The U.S. Air Force wants to hear from area residents about a recent plan to move an F-22 fighter jet training unit from Florida to Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Before the plan is finalized, the Air Force has asked residents to go online and c...

Be one of the first to join Veteran's Career Compass and help the military community

Jan. 31, 2019 - Veteran's Career Compass is a new program for the military community that will streamline the recruitment experience for both employers and job seekers. 

Businesses that are early adopters will gain access to new talent for high-de...

Wreaths, volunteer wreath layers needed for Dec. 15 ceremony at Hampton cemetery

Nov. 29, 2018 - Both wreaths and volunteer wreath layers are needed for the Dec. 15 Wreaths Day ceremony at Hampton National Cemetery on Cemetery Road.

Volunteers for laying wreaths on the graves of fallen heroes can arrive at the cemetery as early as 9 a....

Parks and Rec cancels fall youth and adult sports due to COVID-19

July 30, 2020 - Due to the ongoing risk and uncertainty of COVID-19, Hampton Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services is canceling the department’s fall sports programs for the 2020 season.  That decision is based on guidance from the V...

UPDATE: Swimming advisory for part of Buckroe Beach lifted

July 30, 2020 — UPDATE: New samples of the water at Buckroe Beach shows it meets state water standards for recreational waters. The Health Department has lifted its advisory.

Previously:

July 29, 2020 — The Health Department has issued a...

Hampton seeing more COVID cases, though numbers still small; moving into Phase 3

July 1, 2020 - Hampton has seen an uptick in the number of COVID cases. In the past seven days, 60 cases have been reported in the city. The average of the previous four weeks was 23 cases — less than half of what the city has seen this week, ac...

Buckroe Beach passes Health Department check except near pier construction

June 5, 2020 – The main part of Buckroe Beach passed the Health Department bacteria checks this week. However, the southern area near the pier has higher than recommended levels of bacteria.

Almost all of that portion is already closed to swimmer...

Hampton answers questions about plans, stages for future beach openings

May 22, 2020 - Hampton’s public beaches remain closed to all activities except walking and jogging on the order of Gov. Ralph Northam. The state had originally planned not to allow any beaches to open during Phase I. However, the tourism industr...

Public meeting for Parks master plan discussion will be Tuesday, March 31

March 4, 2020 - Help create great places in Hampton. The Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department meeting to update the public on proposed changes to Parks’ master plan will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Hampto...

Winners of 2019 Holly Days Parade announced

More than 800 people participated in Hampton's Holly Days nighttime parade on Dec. 14, 2019, and more than 6,500 came to watch the displays and performances. Winners in the parade competition were:

• Best Float: Northampton Christian Church
• Best Truck/SUV/Car...

City is updating the Parks Master Plan and wants to know what you think about plans for the future

Dec. 19, 2019 - Hampton's Parks, Recreation & Leisures Services Department is updating the Parks Master Plan and would like to know what you think about the future of city parks and services. Please take a few minutes to complete the online survey at ...

Buckroe fishing pier and adjacent ramp remain closed after being hit by barge

Nov. 26, 2019 - The James T. Wilson Fishing Pier and property, including the adjacent pier ramp, remain closed to the public after a loose barge crashed into the 709-foot pier earlier this month, causing heavy damage to the structure. Yellow and red cauti...

Loose barge that hit Buckroe fishing pier over the weekend to be moved; damage assessment next

Nov. 18, 2019  – Structural engineers are reviewing damage to the James T. Wilson Fishing Pier after it was hit over the weekend by a barge that broke loose in high winds. They will also check to see if there was any damage from the sto...

Forecast of weekend coastal storm forces cancellation of the last Buckroe Farmers Market of 2019

Nov. 14, 2019 — A coastal storm with high winds and flooding is predicted for this weekend. That has forced an early end to this season's Buckroe Beach Farmers Market. The Nov. 16 market, scheduled to be the final one this season, will not be he...

Take the survey and tell us what you think about the Buckroe Beach boardwalk renovation plans

Oct. 30, 2019 - The city is in the process of preparing a design for the renovation of the Buckroe Beach Boardwalk. A number of renovation options are being considered – and we want your feedback. Please go online to view the proposed options and take the...

Nominations open for seniors who should be honored for contributions to the community

Oct. 17, 2019 - Do you know a senior citizen who should be recognized for their contributions to the community? On Dec. 3, the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, along with Hampton Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services, Hampton Health Departme...

Give input on the future of Parks, Recreation as it updates master plan for renovation, development

Aug. 13, 2019 - Hampton’s Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services Department is ready to update its master plan, and the public can give input at a kickoff meeting 6:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, Ballroom EF.  ...

Bluebird Gap Farm will be closed Friday as staff prepares for weekend festival

Oct. 15, 2019 - Bluebird Gap Farm will be closed to the public Friday so that staff can put the finishing touches on plans for the Bluebird Gap Farm Fall Festival on Saturday and Sunday. The festival offers a variety of children's activities, hayrides, a ...

Usher in the fall season at the Bluebird Gap Farm Festival on Oct. 19, 20

Oct. 8, 2019 - Usher in the fall season at the Bluebird Gap Farm Fall Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19 and 20, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The festival offers a variety of children's activities, hayrides, a giant straw slide, master gardening, punkin’ chu...

Celebrate downtown waterfront park at after-work party Oct. 2

Sept. 18, 2019 - Tucked under the interstate on the Hampton River in the heart of downtown is one of Hampton's least-known parks. The city's parks department wants to reacquaint nearby residents with the park in an after-work event Oct. 2.

River Street Par...

West Hampton Community Center, Fort Monroe pools will be closed for maintenance

Aug. 13, 2019 - West Hampton Community Center will be closed for maintenance Wednesday, Aug. 28 through Monday, Sept. 2. The Fort Monroe pool will be closed Aug. 26 through Sept. 2. Both will reopen Sept. 3.

UPDATE: Water quality improves at Buckroe; swimming advisories lifted

UPDATE Aug. 9, 2019 - Water quality at all areas of Buckroe Beach is again within state standards, and the Hampton Health Department has lifted swimming advisories issued earlier this week.

Aug. 7, 2019 – The Health Department has issued a swimming advisor...

Enjoy nautical-themed food, games and more during downtown Crabtown Seafood Festival Aug. 17

July 31, 2019 - Celebrate the local seafood industry by coming downtown to the Crabtown Seafood Festival on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Enjoy the beautiful view from Mill Point Park to Carousel Park while eating seafood and visiting nautical ar...

Blackbeard Pirate Festival -- and all its fun -- returns to downtown Hampton for its 20th year

May 20, 2019 - Hampton’s waterfront comes alive Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2, when the annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival returns for its 20th year. Dozens of pirate re-enactors, costumed in historically accurate garb, will transform downtown Hampton ...

Memorial Day marks the start of beach season and lots of summer fun at Buckroe Beach

May 21, 2019 - Monday, May 27, is Memorial Day, the official beginning of beach season, and beach-goers will notice some returning favorites and some changes this summer. 

Buckroe Park and the iconic miniature lighthouse from the former amusement ...

Vote now for your favorite attraction in Hampton, including Buckroe Beach

March 20, 2019 - Several City of Hampton attractions, including Buckroe Beach, The Woodlands golf course, Charles Taylor Visual Arts Center and Hampton Coliseum, have been nominated for Coastal Virginia Magazine's Best of Readers' Choice Awards. All they ...

Farmers market returning to Buckroe Beach this summer starting on May 4

Feb. 5, 2019 - The farmers market is returning to Buckroe Beach this summer.

Starting May 4, you will find local produce, baked good, sausage, seafood, jarred food and much more on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the grassy area surrounding the Buckroe Bea...

Hampton champions now qualify to play for youth football national championship

Jan. 4, 2019 – Hampton’s youth football league is now associated with the United Youth Football League, and Hampton champions in each age division will now qualify to go to Tampa, Fla. to play for a United Youth Football League Nationa...

History Museum needs boxes for January's 'Build the City' at convention center

Nov. 27, 2018 - The Hampton History Museum is looking for cardboard boxes for the upcoming “Build The City” event at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The whole family is invited to join the fun on Saturday, Jan. 19. Come show your crafting skills and ...

Operation Winter Break, camps for kids when school is out, starts Dec. 20

Nov. 20, 2018 – Operation Winter Break, a chance for students to go to camp when school is out for the Christmas holiday, begins Thursday, Dec. 20, and ends Monday, Dec. 31. The program is closed Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25. Camps are M...

With parades, markets and music, Hampton celebrates the holidays in style

Nov. 19, 2018 - From “A Very Electric Christmas” with the Lightwire Theater on Friday, Nov. 30, to the Kwanzaa Market at Hampton University on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7-8, and the Lighted Boat Parade on Friday, Dec. 7, Hampton has more than a dozen holi...

Community meeting set for Tuesday, Nov. 27, to discuss Fox Hill Neighborhood Center

Nov. 16, 2018 - Hampton’s Community Development Department will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Francis Asbury Elementary School, 140 Beach Road, to refine neighborhood priorities for the new Fox Hill Neighborhood Center....

Hampton residents can now go online to sign up for some Parks programs, services

Oct. 22, 2018 - Hampton residents can now go online to join a city community center or register for after-school programs like Beyond the Bell. Later, residents will be able to reserve park shelters, register for a host of other classes, and more - all fr...

International Children's Festival set for Saturday, April 21 at Mill Point Park

March 26, 2018 - Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of more than 40 countries on Saturday, April 21, when the International Children's Festival is held at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton. This year the city welcomes Colombia and Nepal to the fun...

Winners of 2019 Holly Days Parade announced

More than 800 people participated in Hampton's Holly Days nighttime parade on Dec. 14, 2019, and more than 6,500 came to watch the displays and performances. Winners in the parade competition were:

• Best Float: Northampton Christian Church
• Best Truck/SUV/Car...

More Parks & Recreation news

For more Parks & Recreation news, go to the main page at hampton.gov/parks.

Faith-based leaders invited to learn more about police at special police academy starting Jan. 9

Dec. 3, 2019 - The leaders of Hampton's faith-based community – including ministers, pastors, and worship leaders – can learn about the Police Division's mission, policies and day-to-day operations at a 12-week Minister's Citizen Police Academy that start...

Police being proactive after early-2019 homicides; 2018 saw decrease in violent crimes

Jan. 28, 2019 - Police Chief Terry Sult told City Council on Wednesday that the Police Division had already taken steps to address safety concerns after an unusual four homicides in January. That followed a decrease in crime last year, with violent crime ...

Don't help mosquitoes crash your party; dump standing water at your home

June 29, 2020 - Because of recent rains and rising temperatures, the city’s Environmental Services Division reminds residents to dump all standing water around their homes to reduce any potential increase in mosquitoes - especially with the 4th ...

Public Works, emergency officials monitoring the weather amid snow forecast

Feb. 19, 2020 - Hampton officials - including police, firefighters and emergency management staff - are closely monitoring weather conditions amid reports that 2-3 inches of snow could accumulate in the area starting Thursday afternoon.

The city’...

City adds dredged sand from Indian Creek to Buckroe Beach and saves taxpayers more than $100,000

Jan. 7, 2020 - Hampton’s Public Works Department has devised a way to add sand to Buckroe Beach and save taxpayers more than $100,000 at the same time. 

The stormwater team has been working on a project to retain more water and reduce fl...

Here's where you can get rid of unwanted household chemicals, computers and more

Jan. 3, 2020 - The 2020 schedule for household chemical collections and computer recycling is now available. Hampton residents can safely dispose of computers, computer monitors, desktop printers, paint, stains, gasoline, insecticides and much more from 8...

Downtown city parking lots will be closed for new parking stripes and updating of signs

Nov. 6, 2019 - City-owned parking lots downtown will get a facelift this month when the Public Works Department begins restriping more than 20 lots and replacing or updating signs in and around those lots. Depending on the weather, the work will begin Nov...

Spraying set for North King Street, Harris Creek and Gosnold's Hope Park areas

Sept. 26, 2019 -  Weather permitting, Public Works plans to conduct ultra-low volume spraying Thursday evening, Sept. 26,  in the North King Street and Harris Creek areas, including Gosnold's Hope Park.

Areas are chosen for truck-mounted ...

Lifelong Hamptonian Jason Mitchell named director of city's Public Works Department

Aug. 27, 2019 - Jason Mitchell, a lifelong resident of Hampton who grew up in Riverdale and went to Hampton High School, has been named director of the city’s Public Works Department. Mitchell, 47, had been serving as interim director since July...

Pet waste and landscaping practices are just a few reasons local waterways can be contaminated

Aug. 13, 2019 - Pet waste and certain landscaping practices are just a few of the reasons local waterways can be contaminated and swimming advisories are issued for local beaches. But you can do your part to help things stay clean. 

The Chesapeake...

New repaving schedule for fiscal year 2020 has been released by Public Works Department

May 17, 2019 - Hampton's Public Works Department has released the repaving schedule for FY 2020, which begins July 1. The schedule for resurfacing or repaving streets is based on cracking and other roadway problems related to traffic loads and the environ...

City offices, schools will be closed and trash pickup day changes for MLK holiday

Jan. 15, 2019 - City schools and most city offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There will be no regular trash pickup on Monday. Circuit and district court, along with most state offices, will also be closed Fri...

Trash pickup days change, schools and city offices will be closed for Thanksgiving

Nov. 20, 2018 - Trash pickup days will change and city schools will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. Most city offices and services will be closed Thursday and Friday. go online for the closing list.

City gets $1,112,423 grant for restoration, expansion of coastal marshes, wetlands

Nov. 15, 2018 - The James River Association and City of Hampton have received a $1,112,423 grant for the restoration or expansion of coastal marshes, wetlands, and other natural features in Hampton’s Pochin Place/Indian River Creek Stormwater Basin.

The mo...

Drainage project under way to relieve flooding in Merrimac Shores neighborhood

July 27, 2016 - Work continues on a new Public Works drainage project in the Merrimac Shores neighborhood. The project is designed to divert stormwater under the roadway instead of across it, helping to reduce flooding that frequently blocks Catesby Jones...Read on...

Taxpayers suffering losses from COVID crisis may qualify for extension on home and car taxes

April 8, 2020 - Residents and businesses who suffered financial losses due to the COVID crisis can apply for an extension of the June 5 tax deadline, Hampton City Council unanimously agreed.

Those who apply and are accepted will have until Aug. 1, 2020, to...

Treasurer's Office now offers walk-in passport services, including books, cards and photos

Oct. 24, 2019 - Walk-in passport services are now available at the Hampton Treasurer's Office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Treasurer's Office is an official passport acceptance agency with services that include passport books, passport ...

New office dedicated to DMV Select officially opens in Ruppert Sargent Building

April 10, 2019 - State officials, city leaders and members of the public were all on hand Wednesday morning when a new, dedicated office for DMV select officially opened on the first floor of Hampton's Ruppert Sargent building.

DMV Select offers most but n...

Primary voting on June 23 will be for Republican candidates for House, Senate

May 26, 2020 - Hampton will hold a Republican Party primary on June 23 for candidates for Senate and the 2nd and 3rd congressional districts. There are no contested races within the Democratic Party in these races. All qualified voters are eligible to vot...

Monday, Feb. 10, is the deadline to register to vote in the Democratic presidential primary

Feb. 7, 2020 - Monday, Feb. 10, is the last day to register or update your voter registration for the March 3 Virginia Democratic presidential primary. Here’s how:

• By mail: Applications must be postmarked by Feb. 10.
• In-person: Applications must b...

Republican Party will not hold primary on March 3, 2020; Democratic party will hold primary

Nov. 25, 2019 - The Republican Party of Virginia has formally notified the State Board of Elections that they will select delegates to the 2020 Republican National Convention through district and state conventions. They will not hold a primary on March 3,...

All General Assembly seats on ballot in Nov. 5 election; last day to register is Tuesday

Oct. 11, 2019 – All state House of Delegates and Senate seats will be on the ballot when Hampton voters go to the polls Nov. 5. Residents who plan to vote must be registered – under the correct address – by Tuesday, Oct. 15.

A...

Fill out an interest form to join Hampton Hoops, the city's summer basketball league

Jan. 14, 2020 - Interest forms for Hampton Hoops, the city’s free summer basketball league for males and females ages 8-24, are now being accepted. The league will begin playing on July 13 and run to Aug. 10. The goal is to improve social intera...

Summer Youth Employment Program begins accepting applications on Monday, Jan. 27

Jan. 14, 2020 - Hampton’s Summer Youth Employment Program, which gives young adults ages 16-24 summer work experience designed to cultivate their professional and personal goals, will begin accepting applications on Monday, Jan. 27. The applicat...

Applications available Jan. 27-March 2 for youth violence prevention mini-grants program

Jan. 14, 2020 - Applications are available Jan. 27 for Hampton’s Youth Violence Prevention Mini-Grants program, which helps pay for projects that support positive activities, services and programs addressing youth violence. Eligible applicants i...

Youth, Young Adult Opportunities will host grant, branding, collaboration workshops

Jan. 14, 2020 - The Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities will host three workshops next week to help small organizations with grant writing and furthering their mission through partnership and collaboration. Grants 101 will be held at 5:30 p.m. T...

Youth mentoring program seeks volunteers to work with middle schoolers in Hampton

Oct. 1, 2019 - Join Mayor Donnie Tuck and Hampton City Schools Superintendent Jeffery Smith on Oct. 17 when the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities and Hampton City Schools host a community kickoff for the R.I.S.E. (Reach, Inspire, Support and E...

Cities United summer meeting theme focuses on arrival of first Africans in 1619

May 30, 2019 - Cities United, the national organization of mayors and others dedicated to reducing violence among young black men and boys, has chosen “The Journey Continues” as the theme for its 6^th Annual Convening Aug. 21-23 in Hamp...

Young people can sign up now to play in the Hampton Hoops summer basketball league

May 21, 2019 - Kids, teens and young adults are invited by city and community leaders to join the Hampton Hoops summer basketball league. The program aims to improve social interaction, build character, and provide leadership opportunities for the city's ...

Employees, employers sought now for Hampton's summer youth employment program

Jan. 14, 2019 - The City of Hampton is looking for employees and employers to take part in the upcoming Summer Youth Employment Program.

Hampton residents who are 16-24 years of age can earn up to $1,500, gain valuable job skills, training and experience b...

Aug. 5, 2020 - UPDATE: Power restored to Ruppert Sargent building, business as usual on Wednesday

Aug. 5, 2020 - UPDATE: Power restored to Ruppert Sargent building, It is business as usual on Wednesday, Aug. 6.

EARLIER:

Aug. 5, 2020 - The Ruppert Sargent building downtown is without power and will be closed to the public until power is restored. The Ham...

City manager's message: Public facilities closed Tuesday for storm

Aug. 3, 2020 — In her latest message to employees, City Manager Mary Bunting announces that all city facilities will be closed to the public on Tuesday, Aug. 4, due to Tropical Storm Isaias. Employees considered essential as related to the storm...

City manager's message 7-15-2020: Reminder of city's procedures as COVID-19 cases increase

July 15, 2020 — In her latest message to employees, City Manager Mary Bunting talks about the governor’s July 14 address regarding rising COVID-19 case counts in Hampton Roads. He reminded Virginians of the importance of wearing face m...

City manager's message 7-1-2020: Phase Three and employee bonuses

July 1, 2020 — In her latest message to employees, City Manager Mary Bunting talks about Phase Three reopening and employee citizen satisfaction bonuses. July 1 marks a new fiscal year and the start of Phase Three of Virginia’s COVID R...

City manager's message 6-17-2020: Employee day off for Juneteenth

June 17, 2020 — In her latest message to employees, City Manager Mary Bunting talks about commemoration Juneteenth. As most of you are aware, yesterday Gov. Ralph Northam announced that state offices would be closed on Friday, June 19, in commem...

City manager's message 6-5-2020: City reopening in Phase Two June 8

June 5, 2020 — In her latest message to employees, City Manager Mary Bunting talks about Phase Two reopening starting today. Our city buildings will not reopen to the public until Monday, and even then, many of our services will continue to be o...

City Manager's Message 4-15-2020: COVID-19 Updates & FY 2021 Manager’s Recommended Budget

April 15, 2020 — I am writing to update you on our COVID-19 response efforts as well as the release of the FY 21 Manager’s Recommended Budget.

Read the full message.

ICMA-RC offering one-on-one sessions concerning retirement plans

For those wondering about their retirement plans and how they may be affected, retirement plan manager ICMA-RC is offering one-on-one virtual sessions during the current coronavirus pandemic. Hampton city employees can make an appointment online. ...

City Manager's Message 4-6-2020: COVID-19 update on wearing masks, distancing

April 6, 2020 — I am writing to give updates on the COVID-19 pandemic. The Hampton Roads Convention Center will be converted to an alternative care facility. Also, the CDC now recommends wearing cloth face coverings.

Read the full message.

City Manager's Message 4-1-2020: Coronavirus updates & new federal leave benefits

April 1, 2020 — The city manager gives important updates on the coronavirus pandemic; federal and state actions; and our local response.

Read the full message.

City Manager's Message 3-24-2020: Governor's new orders

March 24, 2020 — Last night, the governor issued additional guidance for Virginians relative to Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. I am attaching the news release and an excellent piece that covers frequently asked questions relating to his order th...

City manager's message 3-20-2020: Update on the pandemic response

March 20, 2020 — As we close out our first week of public facility closure, I want to take a moment to thank you all for the outstanding professionalism in the face of adversity that you have shown during this pandemic crisis. While not surprisi...

City manager's message 3-17-2020: Coronavirus Updates

March 17, 2020 — I am writing to provide an update on our efforts and workforce considerations relative to the coronavirus impact on our community. 

First, and foremost, I want to stress that we are committed to taking care of our workfo...

City manager's message: COVID-19 Updates HIGH PRIORITY

March 13, 2020 — A lot can change in 24 hours, as we all know... This afternoon the president declared a national emergency, and Gov. Northam ordered a mandatory closure of all state public schools. These announcements likely heighten anxiety am...

City manager delays opening until 9 a.m.; offers liberal leave to employees

Feb. 20, 2020 — City manager’s message: As you are aware, Hampton and the region have been experiencing snowfall this evening. Although our road conditions are generally fairly good as I write this email, our overriding goal when asses...

Snow and potential ice will delay opening of Hampton offices until 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21

Feb. 20, 2020 - Hampton will delay opening city offices until 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. Hampton’s streets are largely clear of snow and ice as of 11 p.m., but there are some minor issues on overpasses and bridges, Public Works reported.

Temperat...

Healthy Families staff meet with legislator, Va. first lady on Advocacy Day

Feb. 14, 2020 — Healthy Families staff members spoke to a legislator and the state’s first lady on Home Visiting Advocacy Day on Jan. 22 in Richmond.  

Advocacy Day is an opportunity to meet with Virginia lawmakers on a particu...

Save time, hassle: Get your gifts wrapped for free by city's executive management team

Dec. 12, 2019 — While you're shopping at Santa's Attic in City Hall on Friday, why not let the city's executive management team save you time and stress by letting them wrap your holiday gifts?

You can admit it: Wrapping up your presents isn't the best par...

City Hall lobby furniture moved temporarily for Santa's Attic, gift wrapping

Dec. 9, 2019 — The new furniture placed around the City Hall lobby has been temporarily removed to make space for the Santa's Attic Arts and Crafts Show and the free gift-wrapping by the City Manager's Office on Friday, Dec. 13. 

Hampton...

City manager reminds employees of bonus pay, invites all to view State of the City

Dec. 6, 2019 — City manager's message: Today all qualified individuals received the annual citizen satisfaction survey bonus in their accounts. This bonus is an additional thank you for helping to achieve such high marks in our biennial survey. ...

City manager wishes all a happy Thanksgiving, talks about new mentorship program

Nov. 27, 2019 - City manager's message the day before Thanksgiving: "It is hard to believe that tomorrow is Thanksgiving! As we all prepare to celebrate with family and friends, I want to wish you a wonderful holiday. One of my greatest blessings is ...

City Hall lobby gets a makeover to be more welcoming and comfortable

Nov. 8, 2019 - Brighter, more comfortable furniture has been added to the City Hall lobby, as part of a Council initiative to keep our buildings inviting for both citizens and employees. 

We are still awaiting a few items – such as chair...

City manager announces results of citizen satisfaction survey and upcoming days off

Nov. 7, 2019 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting Thursday announced information on holiday time off and the results of the latest citizen satisfaction survey. "The end of daylight savings time and beginning of November signal that the holiday season ...

City Manager's Message: City closed Friday except for emergency essential operations

Sept. 5, 2019 - I am writing to give you an update on Hurricane Dorian and its expected impacts in our community. While we do not expect much impact today, we will gradually see increasing winds, rain and storm surge over the next 24+/- hours. Winds will ...

City Manager's Message: Back to School & Hurricane Dorian

Sept. 4, 2019 — Wow - it is hard to believe it is September already, and fall is right around the corner. Yesterday was the first day back to school for many of our kids. For those of you with students, I hope their first day was great! It is always great...

UPDATE: City's HU pep rally canceled due to storm threat

Sept. 3, 2019 - The threat of severe weather Thursday evening has prompted the cancellation of an outdoor "pep rally" for city employees to welcome Hampton University students.

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Aug. 27, 2019 - The City of Hampton and Hampton University ar...

Library employee will reach milestone at blood drive Wednesday; time slots available

Aug. 26, 2019 - Northampton Branch Library Assistant Isaac Needell will reach his six gallon blood donation milestone on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019, when the Red Cross visits Hampton City Hall from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Isaac, who started donating blood as a teen...

Jason H. Monk, acting fire chief, appointed permanent chief by city manager Mary Bunting

June 14, 2019 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting announced Friday that "after an extensive search process that netted a very competitive pool of candidates, I have appointed our own Jason H. Monk to be the permanent Fire Chief. It is especially grat...

City manager's message to employees on a July 5th administrative day

City manager answers questions about FY20 recommended budget

April 23, 2019 — Since I announced the compensation proposals as part of the FY20 manager’s recommended budget last week, multiple people have asked some of the same questions about them. I am writing to provide those answers ...

City manager gives preview of FY20 recommended budget to Council

April 10, 2019 — Earlier today, I shared a preview of the FY 2020 Manager's Recommended Budget with City Council. The full budget will be released on Monday, April 15, and will be available on the Hampton website. As in years past, I would like ...

City manager announces annual 'Show Your Team Spirit Day' is Friday, Feb. 1

Jan. 31, 2019 - City manager's message: "It is hard to believe that it is nearly February already! I don’t know about you, but it feels like it was just December. The 53rd Super Bowl is right around the corner and so is our annual Show Your Team Spir...

City manager's message to employees on satisfaction survey, days off, bonus

Nov. 7, 2018 - The end of daylight savings time and beginning of November signal that the holiday season is right around the corner. Each year at this time, we announce the results of the biennial citizen satisfaction survey and the resulting time off bon...

Hampton is offering free flu shots for all city employees on Tuesday, Oct. 16

Sept. 27, 2018 - Hampton will offer free flu shots to all city employees on Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the lobby of City Hall, 22 Lincoln St. Your employee ID is required.

Schedule an appointment at https://maxdimflu.bioiq.com/. Click "Si...

Governor orders evacuation of Zone A: What does that mean for you?

Sept. 10, 2018 - Gov. Ralph Northam ordered the evacuation of Zone A, the lowest-lying areas of Hampton Roads, as well as the Eastern Shore, beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

What does it mean for Hampton?

In Hampton, that area includes nearly 19,000 households....

Clarification of information on city manager's FY19 budget preview

April 20, 2018 - An employee reached out to ask City Manager Mary Bunting about the proposed 2 percent salary increase and whether it applies to part-time and WAE employes.  She answered the question in a new message to employees.

City manager gives Council a preview of the recommended budget for fiscal year 2019

April 11, 2018 - Earlier today, I shared a preview of the FY 2019 Manager's Recommended Budget with Council. The full budget will be released on Sunday. Copies will be available on the internet and in the library. As I have always done, I would like to sh...

City manager says changes being made in parking at Ruppert Sargent Building

April 1, 2018 - City Manager Mary Bunting said Monday: "Changes are being made to the parking arrangements at the Ruppert Sargent Building this week. We have consistently had an issue with employee and city vehicles parking for extended periods in th...

Customer Delight program rewards employees providing great service

April 5, 2016 - Have you seen a co-worker do a great job? Do you know someone in the city who goes out of their way – every day - to make customers happy? Don’t keep it to yourself. Say something about it and help us recognize the great work of city emplo...Read on...

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