City offices, services are beginning to reopen after closing for the pandemic

April 19, 2021 - Several offices and services in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services that were once closed because of the pandemic are now open or plan to reopen in the next few weeks. Other city departments and services are also reopening. If the dep...

Most Parks buildings to reopen on May 3; community centers will be 'wellness hubs'

Most of Hampton's Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services buildings will reopen beginning May 3. These include:

• The city's four community centers  will open beginning May 3  9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Fort Monroe, North Phoeb...

City manager provides advance look at key proposals in recommended FY22 budget

April 14, 2021 - City Manager Mary Bunting Wednesday shared a look at key budget proposals for fiscal year 2022, which begins July 1. It keeps the property and car tax rates flat, but adds to the stormwater fee for flooding prevention and pollution contro...

Hampton's libraries to reopen April 19; community centers to follow May 3

April 13, 2021 - All Hampton Public Library locations will reopen to the public on Monday, April 19. Hours and patrons will be limited to enforce social distancing and allow time for cleaning the facilities and materials. Curbside service will remain avai...

General public can now register for vaccine; hold put on J&J vaccine pending study

April 13, 2021 - People who live or work on the Peninsula can now schedule their Covid-19 vaccination directly. The Virginia Department of Health’s Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts officially opened the door to anyone 16 and older...

Tonight's Mayors Forum will focus on the challenges of youth violence in Hampton Roads

April 12, 2021 - Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck will host a special online Mayors Forum tonight to discuss the challenges of youth violence. He'll be joined by Bobby Dyer, the mayor of Virginia Beach; Rick West, the mayor of Chesapeake; Shannon Glover, the may...

Last-minute vaccine appointments available for Friday; also scheduling for future clinics

April 8, 2021 - Three upcoming Covid-19 vaccination clinics at the Hampton Roads Convention Center have open slots and are allowing anyone 18 and older to schedule an appointment. The first is tomorrow, Friday, April 9. Residents are urged to get vaccinat...

Hampton Roads Mayors to talk about youth violence and what local cities are doing

April 8, 2021 - Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck will host an online Mayors’ Forum with four other Hampton Roads mayors on Monday, April 12, at 7 p.m. Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, Chesapeake Mayor Rick West, Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover, and Newport News ...

Join the Clean City Commission and Help Walk Hampton Clean through April 30

March 22, 2021 -  Through April 30, you can help spruce up city streets, neighborhoods, and more by joining Walk Hampton Clean.

Sponsored by the Clean City Commission, Walk Hampton Clean is a community celebration that coincides with Earth Day, Ap...

Local health districts expand number of people eligible to receive Covid-19 vaccination to 1c group

April 5, 2021 - People who work in many essential and public-facing jobs will be eligible to receive a Covid-19 vaccination beginning Tuesday. The Virginia Department of Health’s Peninsula and Hampton Health districts announced a move into 1c category.&am...

All residents 16 and older will be eligible for Covid-19 vaccine starting on April 18

April 1, 2021 - Starting April 18, all Virginians 16 and older will be eligible to get the Covid-19 vaccine. Eligible residents are encouraged to pre-register now, so they can be notified as soon as the vaccine is available for them."Expanding vaccin...

Violent and property crimes dropped in Hampton in 2020 when compared to 2019

March 26, 2021 - Both violent crimes and property crimes in Hampton decreased in 2020 compared with 2019, according to data the police shared at Wednesday’s City Council meeting. Total serious crimes decreased 14.22%, said Assistant Chief Kenneth Ferguson...

Financial help for small businesses that have been hurt by the ongoing pandemic

March 25, 2021 - Our nation's small businesses are in the middle of an unprecedented economic disruption due to the coronavirus outbreak. To assist small businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic, the city of Newport News has applied for and received fundin...

Hampton's DMV Select office in Ruppert Sargent building is reopening by appointment only

March 3, 2021 - The Hampton DMV Select located in the lobby of the Commissioner of the Revenue and Treasurer's offices at 1 Franklin St. in downtown Hampton will reopen on Monday March 8, 2021 by appointment only. Please go online [hampt...

Homeowners are reminded that tax relief may be available for elderly or disabled

Feb. 23, 2021 - Hampton homeowners are reminded that the city's commissioner of revenue administers a program that could provide tax relief for the elderly or disabled. Those 65 and older, or those who are permanently and totally disabled, may be...

Hampton 5th-grader donates pet toys to Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter

Feb. 5, 2021 - Ten-year-old Connor Shepherd, a Hampton fifth-grader, spent time acquiring toys -- but not for himself. He recently obtained a large amount of donations for the dogs, cats, hamsters and more at the Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter.

Connor an...

Hampton ranks as one of the Top 15 most affordable beach towns

Feb. 1, 2021 - Hampton has once again ranked as one of the most affordable beach towns in the country, according to SmartAsset.com. Hampton stands out as a value, especially in the mid-Atlantic region.

The 10 most affordable beach towns are all in Mississi...

Hot real estate market pushes Hampton home values up, assessor says

Jan. 27, 2021 - The housing market in Hampton has heated up, according to figures presented to City Council on Wednesday.  Overall,  foreclosures have decreased dramatically, the average sales price of a home has increased, homes are spe...

Hampton to honor 16 local heroes on Martin Luther King Day

Jan. 14, 2020 - Hampton will hold a virtual ceremony on Monday to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and 16 local people who have had an impact on Hampton through a commitment to peace, justice, and progress.

Mayor Donnie Tuck announced the names of...

Hampton city offices move to appointment-only for most transactions

Jan. 12, 2020 - As COVID-19 rates continue to increase in Hampton and the region, Hampton city offices will require appointments for most residents and others who need to conduct business with the city as of Wednesday, Jan. 13. 

This will increase...

Mayor Tuck, HU president team up to get COVID-19 vaccination to show vaccine's safety

Dec. 23, 2020 — Mayor Donnie Tuck and Dr. William Harvey, president of Hampton University, received the COVID-19 vaccine today at Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton to demonstrate the safety of the vaccine.

The two leaders stepped forward to sh...

Community colleges collaborate to create regional workforce development program

Masks offer protection from COVID ... unless you wear them like this

Dec. 11, 2020 - Wearing a mask - the right way - helps protect you and others from COVID, and it’s mandatory in public areas.  Help mask shirkers see the error of their ways.  Download, print and share. You know who we&apos...

Health Department plans drive-through COVID testing as virus spread continues

Dec. 10, 2020 - As COVID numbers rise in the Hampton Roads area, the Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts will hold two large drive-through testing events.  Both are free, and testing is open to all. Both also offer quicker-than-usual results.

T...

The rumor is confirmed: Amazon to build delivery center at site of old Kmart

Dec. 8, 2020 - Amazon, the world’s largest internet-based retailer, has closed on the long-vacant Super Kmart property on Mercury Boulevard. Plans are to build a last mile delivery center that will add jobs and speed package delivery to customers.

Amazon w...

Hampton City Schools takes its libraries to students via the book bus

Dec. 7, 2020 - Distance learning brings teachers and their lessons via the computer, but it doesn't let students visit their school libraries. So Hampton City Schools' librarians are taking books on the road. The next visit is Friday, Dec. 11.

The schools ...

Water line replacement for Fort Monroe will also boost capacity in Phoebus

Dec. 3, 2020 - The Fort Monroe Authority is planning to replace the 1940s-era water line to Fort Monroe. The line serves the former base exclusively but runs through other parts of Hampton.

This project will replace approximately 6,000 feet of existing 14-...

Hampton fights flooding with Virginia’s first environmental impact bond

Dec. 3, 2020 - Hampton has become the third municipality in the country to use an innovative form of financing to fund three major projects aimed at reducing flooding and pollution.

The city closed on Virginia’s first Environmental Impact Bond yesterday, a...

Mayor's State of the City focuses on pandemic challenges as well as successes this year

Nov. 19, 2020 - Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck gave this year’s State of the City address virtually in a presentation by the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. There was a more somber but still optimistic tone, with the theme “One for ...

UPDATE: Virtual open house about plans for sewer pump upgrade in Phoebus

Nov 18, 2020 - The Hampton Roads Sanitation District is planning upgrades for Phoebus, including a new pump station.  The customary "open house" to acquaint residents of the area with the project will be held virtually this year due to ...

Hampton Roads localities urge residents to do their part to stop the spread of COVID

Oct. 5, 2020 - Hampton Roads’ localities together created a message for residents:  "It's in Our Hands," to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Hampton Roads.

The public service campaign reminds residents that if they do th...

State group honors Hampton for communications during the COVID-19 pandemic

Oct. 2, 2020 - A state organization for local governments has named Hampton a 2020 "Local Champion" in the area of communications during the COVID-19 crisis. The award will be presented to Mayor Donnie Tuck, City Manager Mary Bunting, and the ci...

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...

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...

Hampton 5th-grader donates pet toys to Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter

Feb. 5, 2021 - Ten-year-old Connor Shepherd, a Hampton fifth-grader, spent time acquiring toys -- but not for himself. He recently obtained a large amount of donations for the dogs, cats, hamsters and more at the Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter.

Connor an...

City manager provides advance look at key proposals in recommended FY22 budget

April 14, 2021 - City Manager Mary Bunting Wednesday shared a look at key budget proposals for fiscal year 2022, which begins July 1. It keeps the property and car tax rates flat, but adds to the stormwater fee for flooding prevention and pollution contro...

War Memorial Stadium tour canceled due to inclement weather

Today's 9 am City Council War Memorial Stadium tour has been canceled due to inclement weather and will be rescheduled at a later date. Council work session will still be held in council chambers at 1:00 p.m. today. For more information, please v...

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...

Clean City Things to Know and Do

Clean City Things to Know & Do! 2021 Events - Earth Week, Walk Hampton Clean, Great American Cleanup! Bee City Pollinator Webinar! ACGA Conference! askHRgreen & Keep Virginia Beautiful! #DoBeautifulThings!

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Join the Clean City Commission and Help Walk Hampton Clean through April 30

March 22, 2021 -  Through April 30, you can help spruce up city streets, neighborhoods, and more by joining Walk Hampton Clean.

Sponsored by the Clean City Commission, Walk Hampton Clean is a community celebration that coincides with Earth Day, Ap...

Keep Hampton Green Trees Planted at Bluebird Gap Farm and Armistead Pointe!

Thanks to the Hampton Clean City Commission's Keep Hampton Green Fund, 108 native trees and shrubs were planted at Bluebird Gap Farm and Armistead Pointe on October 24 and November 7 by a total of 65 volunteers. 

On October 24, 38 volunteers of al...

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.

Why can’t th...

Hampton's DMV Select office in Ruppert Sargent building is reopening by appointment only

March 3, 2021 - The Hampton DMV Select located in the lobby of the Commissioner of the Revenue and Treasurer's offices at 1 Franklin St. in downtown Hampton will reopen on Monday March 8, 2021 by appointment only. Please go online [hampt...

Book an appointment online for permits and zoning

Feb. 3, 2021 - Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases, effective January 13, 2021 the City of Hampton has moved to an appointment-only scheduling system to access City Hall. You can now schedule a convenient appointment online by visiting https://go.o...

Hampton fights flooding with Virginia’s first environmental impact bond

Dec. 3, 2020 - Hampton has become the third municipality in the country to use an innovative form of financing to fund three major projects aimed at reducing flooding and pollution.

The city closed on Virginia’s first Environmental Impact Bond yesterday, a...

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.

Have an Idea for a business? Micro Pitch Competition #2 is April 21

Start Peninsula is still looking for pitchers for Micro Pitch #2 that will be held on April 21st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Zoom.  The number of pitchers will be limited to ten.

Here is the link to apply: http://bit.ly/SPApply2Pitch [bit.ly] ...

Small businesses hurt by ongoing pandemic can apply for Peninsula Cares Act funds

March 25, 2021 - Our nation's small businesses are in the middle of an unprecedented economic disruption due to the coronavirus outbreak. To assist small businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic, the city of Newport News has applied for and receiv...

Historic Phoebus highlighted in the latest issue of VEER magazine online

March 10, 2021 - Both commercial and residential activity is on the rise in Phoebus.  The February issue of Veer magazine shines the spotlight on just a few reasons the district is becoming a hot spot for new investments and eclectic businesses. ...

757 Angels investor group remains one of the top 10 investors in startups

Feb. 26, 2021 - A Hampton Roads' group founded to invest in emerging companies -- 757 Angels -- was named one of the Top 10 such groups in the country by the Angel Capital Association’s Angel Funders Report.

This is the second year that the group has reach...

Series of workshops planned for home-based businesses

Feb. 25, 2021 - Advice and ideas targeted to home-based businesses will be offered in a series of monthly free workshops. The first workshop focuses on "Preparing your Home-based Business for the Post Pandemic World," with speaker Marc Wilson fr...

Community colleges collaborate to create regional workforce development program

The rumor is confirmed: Amazon to build delivery center at site of old Kmart

Dec. 8, 2020 - Amazon, the world’s largest internet-based retailer, has closed on the long-vacant Super Kmart property on Mercury Boulevard. Plans are to build a last mile delivery center that will add jobs and speed package delivery to customers.

Amazon w...

Hampton History Museum now open without the need for an appointment

April 16, 2021 - The Hampton History Museum is open effective immediately from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, and 1-5 p.m. Sunday without need for appointments. the museum will practice all safety protocols and observe reduced capacity based on Covid rest...

Dustin Furlow Virtual Concert - Wednesday, April 21, 7 pm

Dustin Furlow Virtual ConcertHampton History Museum Facebook Live – Wednesday, April 21, 7 pmAward-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist Dustin Furlow brings you an hour of his original contemporary folk music in this virtual concert. With compari...

City gets $707,000 grant for Air Power Park

Sept. 30, 2020 - Hampton has received a $707,008 grant from the federal government that will be used for improvements needed at Air Power Park on Mercury Boulevard.

According to the application for the Defense Community Infrastructure Pilot Program: "...

"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...

Attend Hampton Sheriff's Office Drive Thru Career Fair on April 24

March 24, 2021 — The Hampton Sheriff's Office is holding a Drive Thru Career Fair on Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bethel High School parking lot. Swing by to meet the staff and pick up an application for one of the o...

Apply now to fill available positions in the Hampton Sheriff's Office

March 23, 2021 — Want to join the dedicated team in the Hampton Sheriff's Office? Fill out an application for one of the opportunities available. If you are interested, you will need to print and fill out an application and att...

Hampton Sheriff B.J. Roberts dies Dec. 26; was state's longest-serving sheriff

Dec. 28, 2020 - The Hampton Sheriff’s Office announced that longtime Hampton Sheriff B.J. Roberts died peacefully at his home on Dec. 26, after celebrating Christmas Day with his family.

The Sheriff's Office released a statement mourning...

Pre-K registration is open for 2021-22 school year with Hampton schools

March 18, 2021 — Appointments are now being accepted for pre-K registration for the 2021-22 school year. Interested families should call 757-727-2448 to schedule an appointment. 

Registration appointments for all Hampton City Schools pre-K sites w...

Hampton libraries ready to welcome the public again on Monday, April 19

April 13, 2021 - All Hampton Public Library locations will reopen to the public on Monday, April 19. Hours and patrons will be limited to enforce social distancing and allow time for cleaning the facilities and materials. Curbside service will remain avai...

Most Parks buildings to reopen on May 3; community centers will be 'wellness hubs'

Most of Hampton's Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services buildings will reopen beginning May 3. These include:

• The city's four community centers  will open beginning May 3  9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Fort Monroe, North Phoeb...

How to reach Parks offices, facilities while city operations are by appointment

Modifications to Police Services

As of January 13, 2020, the below COVID-19 changes are in effect:

• Police Headquarters located at 40 Lincoln Street is CLOSED to the public. Citizens are encouraged to handle police-related business by telephone or by appointment only. 
• Filing Polic...

Contractor will begin repaving in Sharon Bass Drive, Beach Road area

April 16, 2021 - Beginning next week, a city contractor will begin repaving several streets in the Beach Road, Sharon Bass Drive area, including:

• Sharon Bass Drive from cul-de-sac to Beach Road
• Chipper Lane from cul-de-sac to Sharon Bass D...

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...

Hampton's DMV Select office is reopening by appointment only

March 3, 2021 - The Hampton DMV Select located in the lobby of the Commissioner of the Revenue and Treasurer's offices at 1 Franklin St. in downtown Hampton will reopen on Monday March 8, 2021 by appointment only. Please go online [hampt...

Hampton residents can now pay taxes by phone, go online or put payments in the mail

To pay taxes online, go to https://hampton.virginiainteractive.org/Account/Login.

To drop off payments, there is a green box outside the Ruppert Sargent building at the corner of Franklin Street and Queens Way

To mail payments, send to Hampton Treasurer, PO...

April 12 Mayors Forum focuses on the challenges of youth violence in Hampton Roads

April 12, 2021 - Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck will host a special online Mayors Forum April 12 to discuss the challenges of youth violence. He'll be joined by Bobby Dyer, the mayor of Virginia Beach; Rick West, the mayor of Chesapeake; Shannon Glove...

Hampton Roads Mayors to talk about youth violence and what local cities are doing

April 8, 2021 - Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck will host an online Mayors’ Forum with four other Hampton Roads mayors on Monday, April 12, at 7 p.m. Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, Chesapeake Mayor Rick West, Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover, and Newport News ...

Learn more about grants, mini-grants that can be used to help Hampton youth

Dec. 1, 2020 - Hampton has released a request for proposals for the FY 2021-2022 Youth Violence Prevention Mini-Grant Program. The program is designed to reduce youth-based violence in the community. The request for proposals - available online -...

City Manager's Message April 14: FY22 Recommended Budget

April 14, 2021 —  The city manager gives employees some key details of the FY22 Manager's Recommended Budget and give updates on the city's operational status and plans to resume more normal service delivery.

Read the city manager's full message.

MyLife MyPlan, 'Staying Healthy' self-paced at-home programs

March 24, 2021 — In the City of Hampton's commitment to providing cost-effective, innovative, and flexible Employee Assistance benefits, Optima EAP is pleased to introduce you to our unique, self-paced, and award-winning individual wellness programs, offe...

City Manager's Message Feb. 23: Dates for 2nd covid-19 vaccine doses

Feb. 23, 2021 — The city manager gives employees some updates on the second dose of the covid-19 vaccines. Those employees whose second doses are due this week can receive them on either Thursday, Feb. 25, or Friday, Feb. 26.

Read the city manage...

City Manager's Message Feb. 19, 2021: Update on 2nd covid vaccine doses

Feb. 19, 2021 — The city manager gives employees some updates on our covid vaccination efforts and how the second vaccine doses are being scheduled.

Read the city manager's full message.

City goes online to recognize employees who have reached service milestones

Feb. 18, 2021 - The City of Hampton went online Thursday to recognize dozens of city employees who have reached milestones of 20, 30 and even 45 years of service to the community.

Employees normally gather each year for a special 1610 luncheon, named for t...

New online tool helps employees, retirees make appointments with Finance

Feb. 16, 2021 — Employees and retirees can now use an online tool to make appointments to talk with someone in the Finance Department regarding payroll, retirement and other needs. 

Appointments can be made based on categories: ...

City Manager's Message Feb. 10, 2021: Wage increases

Feb. 10, 2021 —  I am pleased to report that City Council has approved salary increases for employees.

Read the city manager's full message.

City Manager's Message Feb. 1, 2021: Diversity training

Feb. 1, 2021 — Although COVID-19 and the ongoing vaccination efforts are a major focus for many of us these days, City Manager Mary Bunting writes to employees about another major priority and emphasis — the city's work regard...

City Manager's Message Jan. 25: COVID-19 Vaccines

Jan. 25, 2021 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting announced Monday that "through a partnership with Sentara Health System and our local health district - Hampton was selected to begin an employer-based vaccination clinic." Read the city manager'...

City manager's latest message about protecting workforce and residents during pandemic

Jan. 12, 2021 - Hampton City Manager Mary Bunting Tuesday announced "another step we will take to both protect our workforce and our residents who interact with us. As of Wednesday, January 13th, we will require appointments for residents an...

City manager's message: COVID Reminders & Thanksgiving Wishes

During this season of thanks, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for all you have done during this challenging year to maintain the delivery of services to Hampton residents.  While we have all grown weary of COVID-related safety measur...

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