News Releases in the Past Six Months

City Names New Human Services Director

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 05:00 pm
The City of Virginia Beach has hired Dannette R. Smith as its new Director of Human Services.  Her start date is July 1, 2013.   Smith will direct the mental health, substance abuse, developmental services, social services and financial assistance divisions, along with th... ​

Tubular! Come out to the Totally 80’s Party

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 03:00 pm
Grab your acid washed jeans, funky leg warmers and muscle shirts for a Totally 80’s Party from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on Friday, June 21, 2013 at Mount Trashmore Park. You’re totally invited to this celebration of the most radical decade yet! Like, for sure!   Be there or be s... ​

Grommet Island Park to be temporarily closed Saturday, May 18

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 01:00 pm
Grommet Island Park located on 2nd Street by the boardwalk will be closed from 9am – 3pm on Saturday, May 18 for maintenance.   Grommet Island Park is a handicapped accessible park, built adjacent to the boardwalk between 1st and 2nd streets allowing handicapped individual... ​

Find Your Real Estate Tax History Online

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 01:00 pm
Now that the City Council has lowered the real estate tax rate – it will drop 2 cents to 93 cents per $100 on July 1 – you might be curious about how your real estate assessment and tax bill will change.   It’s easy to find out. Visit www.vbtaxrate.com. You can also see ho... ​

Green Run Community Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 01:00 pm
​Chief Cervera and members of his command staff are welcoming members of our community to join them tomorrow night, Thursday, May 16th between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Green Run High School Auditorium to discuss the progress being made for current and future plans for ... ​

Celebrate Independence Day with Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation’s Annual July 4th Celebration!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Celebrate with your family and friends at Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation’s Annual July 4th Celebration at Mount Trashmore Park. This day of family fun is open to the public and will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2013, from 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm at Mount Trashmore Par... ​

Enjoy Free Admission, Activities and Snacks at Seatack Recreation Center’s Open House

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 · 01:50 pm
You and your family are invited to enjoy Seatack Recreation Center, 141 S. Birdneck Road, between 11 am and 2 pm, Monday, June 17, 2013 during our Open House. Try our climbing wall, inflatable bounce house, Wii games, and other games. Complimentary hot dogs and refreshments ... ​

Get Ready for the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Featuring more than 50 thrilling rides, challenging games, traditional state fair foods and enjoyable attractions, the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival is back for another season of family-styled entertainment. Starting Friday, May 31 through Wednesday, June 26, 2013, the sum... ​

Mayor’s Veterans Committee Announces the 25th Anniversary and the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Slated for Monday, May 27

Monday, May 13, 2013 · 02:00 pm
​VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – May 13, 2013 – This year’s Memorial Day Ceremony marks the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Tidewater Veterans Memorial. This annual event is held to honor and pay tribute to the men and women of the armed forces, "who gave their all.&quo... ​

Volunteer for Clean the Bay Day

Friday, May 10, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Do your part in helping to keep waterways clean in Virginia by volunteering for the 25th Annual Clean the Bay Day. Taking place on Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Clean the Bay Day is an opportunity to get involved in saving the Chesapeake Bay from harmful an... ​