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Neighborhood Wide July 4th Events

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Hello Village Green family join us July 4th for the best day!


9:00 a.m. DECORATE THE PARK: Come on out and help dress up the park for the day’s activities. Set up tables and attach festive decorations. Claim your spot on the grounds! A great way to get into the spirit and help make the park look right for the occasion.

10:00 a.m. UNCLE SAM’S BIKE PARADE: Fun for all!! Decorate your bikes and yourselves in your most patriotic colors and join in as we parade around the Green. The parade will be led by OUR local fire department, workload permitting. Neighbors, rest on your porch and cheer us on as we pass by. Participants gather at the clubhouse at 9:50 a.m.

10:45 a.m. NATIONAL ANTHEM: We will honor America and our flag with the playing of the National Anthem. 10:45 a.m. Village Green Swim Team Carnival: The swim team will have carnival games as well as raising money. Tickets can be purchased with cash and help fund the swim team. Please come out and support them. Thank you!

12:00 p.m. PICNIC IN THE PARK: Bring your favorite foods and enjoy a picnic with your neighbors while listening to music!

12:00 p.m. POOL IS OPEN FOR VGCA REC MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY: It’s never too late to support our neighborhood and become a pool member at https://vgnn.org/join.

8:00 p.m. Movie in the park will be Finding Nemo.




VGCA July Movie Night

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Happy July fourth VGCA!  After a full day of neighborhood fun we invite you to join us for movie night in the park. This is a good option for families that are not a huge fan of fireworks! Join us July 4th 8pm in the park. We will be watching Finding Nemo. Please bring your own chair and be sure to RSVP for popcorn.

VGCA Membership Drive

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The pool is open and the water is cool. Will you see your neighbors there? You could if everyone on your street joined the VGCA. Where is your street in the race to be in the green? Liberty and Brandywine are leading the pack with Minuteman and Plymouth close behind. Let’s see if Crown Pt, VGP, and Prescott can catch up?

Gotta dig?

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Do summer barbeques have you daydreaming about yard improvements? If a new fence is top of mind, make sure contacting 811 is at the top of your prep checklist!

Here’s what to know before you dig >>

Eastbound Victory Boulevard turn lane to Hampton Highway to temporarily close through mid-summer

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As early as June 16, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are scheduled to implement a continuous, multi-week closure of the eastbound left-turn lane from Victory Boulevard (Route 171) onto Hampton Highway (Route 134) in York County.

The closure is estimated to remain in place through mid-summer as construction continues on the Victory Boulevard widening project between Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway) and Hampton Highway, which is designed to increase roadway capacity and help alleviate congestion along this corridor.

A signed detour will be in place directing eastbound traffic to continue on Victory Boulevard, turn left onto Big Bethel Road, and continue straight onto Yorktown Road to reach Hampton Highway.

All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, this schedule is subject to change.

For more information on this project, visit: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/projects/hampton-roads-district/route-171-victory-boulevard-widening/

Before hitting the road, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools, or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app, to check for the most up-to-date road and travel conditions. VDOT’s 511Virginia.org website and mobile app offer information about construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts and more.

Newport News Household Hazardous Waste Week Q2 2025

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Saturday, June 14, marks the end of this quarter’s Hazardous Waste Week collection. Until then, waste can be disposed of at the Recovery Operations Center, located at 520 Atkinson Blvd., from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Examples of Acceptable Materials

All material must be in the original, labeled container.

  • Household maintenance products – oil paints, stains, wood sealers, thinners, solvents, adhesives, glues
  • Automotive products – gasoline and other fuels, auto batteries, car waxes, oil and gasoline mixtures, brake fluid, fuel additives
  • Lawn & Garden products – insecticides, weed killers, pesticides, fertilizers
  • Miscellaneous products – charcoal fluid, fluorescent bulbs/tubes, compact fluorescent bulbs, swimming pool chemicals, rechargeable household batteries, lithium, nickel, and Ni-cad batteries.
  • Alkaline batteries can be disposed of in household trash.

Examples of Unacceptable Materials

  • Asbestos
  • Unknown materials
  • Waste containing polychlorinated biphenyl (PCBs) (i.e. coolant from old appliances, transformers)
  • Household garbage/trash mixed with any chemicals/fluids
  • Business or medical waste
  • Explosives, compressed gas cylinders
  • Mercury

For more information regarding the identification of Household Hazardous Materials, call 757-933-2311.

I-64 East Hampton River Bridge Long-Term Traffic Shift

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Beginning as early as 12 Jun, I-64 east in Hampton will encounter a new traffic pattern at the Hampton River bridge due to the construction of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL), Hampton Segment. This marks the end of the public use of two I-64 east bridges, one over the Hampton River and the other over the east branch of the Hampton River. These bridges will be demolished, and two new bridges will be constructed.

The project will widen I-64, repave the existing lanes, and add an additional 12-foot-wide travel lane in each direction from west of Mallory St. (exit 268) to LaSalle Ave. (exit 265A) for a total of 2 miles. This section of the interstate includes work on six mainline bridges and one pedestrian underpass. The two eastbound bridges over the Hampton River will be replaced, and the westbound Hampton River bridge will be widened and rehabilitated.

The work to implement the I-64 east traffic shift is expected to take place over several nights. Overnight ramp closures of the I-64 east off-ramp to Settlers Landing Rd./Hampton University (exit 267) will be utilized through June 13 from as early as 10 p.m. – 5 a.m.

During this shift, two eastbound lanes on I-64 will be shifted from the eastbound Hampton River bridge to the westbound bridge alongside I-64 west traffic between Armistead Ave./LaSalle Ave. (exit 265B) and Settlers Landing Rd./Hampton University (exit 267) to allow for the demolition and reconstruction of the eastbound bridge over the Hampton River.

This temporary traffic configuration is estimated to be in place until late 2026, when the construction of the new eastbound Hampton River bridges is anticipated to be completed and reopened to eastbound traffic.

Motorists are encouraged to use I-664 as an alternate route to avoid the work area when possible and are reminded to use caution when traveling near work zones. Always obey posted speed limits, follow lane markings and barrier guides, be alert to digital message signs, and drive distraction-free.

For the most up-to-date road and travel conditions, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app. Visit the VDOT’s 511Virginia.org website and mobile app for information regarding construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts, and more.

VGCA To-do List 2025

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It was suggested that I put together a “to-do list” so volunteers can accomplish tasks during the evenings or even during the weekday if they have time.

Here is the list.  Please text Donnie @ 757-768-9326 letting me know your name, which task, and approximately when it will be completed.  Or reply in the comment section on our FB Group.

I would like to have most of these items completed in the next 2 weeks (click on the thumbnails for more detail):

Recurring tasks:

  1. Every 2-3 weeks weed the flower bed at the entrance.
  2. Twice a month, weedeat the park especially near the fence line for pool.
  3. Weekly — blow street and sidewalk in front of park and leading to clubhouse.
  4. Weekly — empty trash cans in park.  Trash bags are with lifeguards.

One time tasks:

  1. Replace split rail fence on Prescott — Joe O
    • All materials provided.
  2. Paint trim
    • All materials provided.
  3. Fix door sill on women’s restroom.
  4. Repair door jam and paint trim.
  5. Pressure wash clubhouse.
    1. Concession side and front door already done.
    2. Need other sides done.
  6. Apply roof cleaner to the clubhouse roof.
    1. Roof cleaner spray applicator and hose provided

2025 Hurricane Season Preparation

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As hurricane season approaches, from June 1 to November 30, preparedness is more important than ever. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a 60 percent chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2025, with the potential for 6 to 10 hurricanes producing winds of 74 mph or higher. By taking proactive steps now, we can help safeguard Newport News and reduce the potential impact of these powerful storms.

Some Ways to Prepare:

  • Stay Informed: Monitor emergency alerts and local news for updates.
  • Support Your Neighbors: Reach out to neighbors who may require extra help preparing for a storm.
  • Gather Emergency Supplies: Stock up on essentials such as medications, water, nonperishable food, flashlights, disinfectant supplies, and extra batteries. There should be three days worth of food and water per person in your emergency supply kit.
  • Plan for Your Pets: Ensure you have at least a three-day supply of food and water for each pet, along with any necessary medications.
  • Know Your Evacuation Zone: Understand your evacuation routes and decide where you would go in case of an emergency. For detailed information on evacuation zones, click here. First, select the “Find Your Evacuation Zone” button, then go to the “Emergency Management” tab.

Taking a few simple steps now, such as knowing your evacuation zone, gathering essential supplies, and staying informed, can make a big difference during a hurricane. Don’t wait for the storm to start preparing. Stay proactive, stay safe, and be ready.