News Flash

Reaching New Heights: Harwood's Mill Dam Upgrades

Harwood's Mill Reservoir is a 265-acre impoundment and the terminal reservoir for the City of Newport News water supply system. Strengthening the dam, upgrading the spillway, and improving flood protection are just some of the improvements happen...

NNPS and City of Newport News Celebrate Huntington Middle School: The Next Chapter

Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) and the City of Newport News hosted “Huntington Middle School: The Next Chapter” on September 7 at the site of the future Huntington Middle School. The outdoor event commemorated the proud history of ...

Peninsula Health Center Moving to Newly Renovated Building

The Virginia Department of Health is moving the Peninsula Health Center (PHC) from 416 J Clyde Morris Blvd. to the former Stratford University Building at 836 J Clyde Morris Blvd. in Newport News. At the new location, the PHC will continue to provide the ...

Community Conversation on Homelessness Video Available

The city recently hosted a community conversation on homelessness. This forum was an opportunity for the city to provide information on the issue and detail our services for the homeless community, as well as those at risk of becoming homeless. Residents ...

Mayor and Senior Leaders Selected For Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative

Yearlong intensive management program provides executive education and training for 40 mayors and 80 senior city leaders from across the globe

Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones, Assistant City Manager Ralph “Bo” Clayton and Director of Human Resources Allis...

City Council Work Sessions to be Live Streamed Beginning July 25

Meetings will also be available for on-demand viewing 

Beginning with the July 25 meeting, Newport News City Council work sessions will be shown live on NNTV, live streamed on social media, and available for on-demand viewing after the meeting. Re...

Newport News and CAN Foundation Launch Innovative Street Museum Program

The City of Newport News is partnering with The CAN Foundation to create the Newport News Street Museum, a city-wide mural project.  This innovative initiative highlights diverse locations throughout the city while also encouraging placemaking, p...

Enter the ZOOM IN on Newport News Photo Contest

The next few months are an ideal time to take photos in Newport News – and that photograph might win you $500! The city’s ZOOM IN on Newport News Photo Contest is returning for its 14th year, with this year’s theme being &...

City Begins Stormwater Master Planning Process

Three public meetings scheduled to hear from residents, businesses, stakeholders

The City of Newport News is proactively undertaking a multi-year, master planning effort to tackle flooding challenges and develop long-term flooding mitigation options for th...

Vice Mayor Recognized By ODU Alumni Association

Vice Mayor Curtis Bethany was named to Old Dominion University’s Alumni Association’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2023. Now in its third year, the ODU Alumni Association’s recognition program was established “to honor grad...

Juneteenth Celebrations

Mark your calendars as the City of Newport News commemorates history and celebrates freedom with two Juneteenth events. Join us on June 12 at 1 p.m. in front of City Hall as we raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of the end of slavery in the United S...

Prepare for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season has begun!  Take the time to prepare before a storm threatens our region. 

Know Your Zone: Evacuation zones are designated A through D and provide clarity on whether you should evacuate in an emergency or shelter at home ...

Mayor Phillip Jones Invited to White House

June 1 forum focuses on how federal programs are helping Newport News residents

Mayor Phillip D. Jones is traveling to Washington, D. C. on Thursday, June 1, to participate in the “Communities in Action: Building a Better Virginia” forum at the White House...

City Receives Grants for Downtown Development Projects

The City of Newport News recently received state grants for downtown revitalization projects. Funding will support the transformation taking place in the city and will invigorate this historic part of the community.

Newport News was one of three cities in ...

Newport News Receives $760,000 for Violence Reduction

Congressman Bobby Scott this morning presented the city with a check for $760,000 for violence reduction. The community project funds, secured by Congressman Scott, will be used for the city's Gun Violence and Violent Crime Reduction Initiative.

A large po...

City and Green Foundation Receive $125,000 Grant

The City of Newport News and the Newport News Green Foundation received a $125,000 grant from the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) and the African American Mayors Association (AAMA).   Four cities with African American m...

City Manager Presents FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget

No tax rate or user fee increases proposed; NNPS request fully funded

The recommended operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, was presented to City Council at its work session yesterday evening. Supporting the...

U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $640,994 to Grow Seafood Industrial Park in Newport News

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $640,994 grant to the City of Newport News to support design work for development of a seafood market, as well as dock improvements and dredging design at the ...

Newport News Announces 2023 Special Events

Newport News is known for events that entertain guests of all ages while offering fun and unique experiences.  From the renowned Fall Festival and Outdoor Enthusiast Event to competitive sporting events and the Children’s Festival, residents and ...

NEWPORT NEWS ANNOUNCES NEW INITIATIVE TO BOLSTER SWaM CITY CONTRACTORS

To encourage more small, women- and minority-owned (SWaM) businesses to compete for contracting opportunities with Newport News, the city’s Purchasing Office is offering free, monthly workshops to help such businesses better?understand the procurement pro...

STATEMENT FROM MAYOR PHILLIP JONES REGARDING RICHNECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SHOOTING

Newport News Mayor Phillip D. Jones has issued the following statement regarding yesterday's shooting at Richneck Elementary School.

"Newport News is a strong community, but we are saddened and disheartened by the terrible tragedy that took p...

MAYOR-ELECT PHILLIP JONES INVITED TO WHITE HOUSE

Mayor-elect Phillip D. Jones is in Washington, D.C. today at the invitation of the White House to meet with senior leadership of the Biden-Harris Administration. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss working with the White House on key issues such as t...

Newport News Debuts Vibrant New City Brand and Strategic Message

In 2021, the City of Newport News launched a strategic initiative to uncover the community’s brand identity. The goal was to discover what is distinct and authentic about Newport News and develop messaging that conveys the city’s uniqu...

CITY ISSUES OPEN CALL FOR ARTIST TO PAINT MURAL IN YARD DISTRICT

The city of Newport News is excited to announce the release of a new commission opportunity for qualified artists and artist-teams to create a public mural in the up-and-coming Yard District.

The city is actively accepting proposals for a 3,900 square foot...

City of Newport News Breaks Ground on Early Childhood Center

The City of Newport News, Peake Childhood Center, and Virginia Peninsula Community College have begun a new project to enhance early education outcomes and transform the lives of young people and their families in Newport News and beyond.  The th...

NEWPORT NEWS ANNOUNCES BEE CITY USA AFFILIATION

The city of Newport News and the Newport News Green Foundation have announced that Newport News is now a Bee City USA affiliate. The announcement event took place October 18, at the Green Foundation's Chatham Trail property in Newport News where ...

City Prepares for Coastal Flooding

Residents in low-lying areas are encouraged to plan ahead.

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning, which means flooding is occurring or is imminent.  Anticipated flood conditions could rival or surpass those seen in Hurric...

Newport News Hosting Shipbuilders’ Day Job Fair on Friday, August 12

In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly designated August 13 as Shipbuilders’ Day in celebration of Virginia’s maritime heritage and our history as a national leader in the shipbuilding industry. To honor the contributions of maritime e...

Avelo Airlines Lands at Newport News Williamsburg Airport with Nonstop Routes to the Sunshine State

Avelo Airlines today announced it will begin serving Newport News this fall with exclusive nonstop service to Florida. Avelo will begin serving Orlando International Airport (MCO) on Oct. 19 and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on Oct...

New Bicycle Race Comes to Newport News

Newport News and THR Cycling have joined forces to welcome a new competitive sporting event in the city.  The Newport News Twilight Criterium, an elite amateur bicycle racing event sanctioned by USA Cycling, will take place on Saturday, July 30 f...

Live Music Returns to the Newport News Waterfront During the Southeast Community Celebration

Dance and enjoy family friendly activities during the Southeast Community Celebration.  Two waterfront concerts make up the Celebration, which is known to many as the Mayor’s Summer Concert Series.  These popular events take pl...

OnDemand Public Transit Comes to Newport News

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) OnDemand begins operating Sunday, July 10 in select areas of Newport News and Virginia Beach, offering residents an easy and affordable way to get around. This unique service allows customers within designated service zones to ...