Neely Media

08/26/2026

House of Angels is inviting the community to support the Diamonds Are Forever Prom, a special formal evening created to celebrate individuals with special needs through dignity, inclusion, joy, and unforgettable memories.

For many guests, this may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience — and for some, their very first prom.

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center
4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach, VA 23462
🎟️ Tickets: $80 per person
Open to the public

House of Angels is seeking community support through monetary donations, ticket sponsorships, formal gowns, tuxedos, shoes, accessories, hair services, nails, barber services, transportation, photography, videography, and more.

Every donation, sponsorship, and share helps lower costs and create a night filled with confidence, celebration, and memories that will last a lifetime.

To learn more, purchase tickets, or support the event, visit:
houseofangelsinc.com

Event Support: 757-942-2386
Email: [email protected]

Presented by House of Angels
Community Spotlight supported by Neely Media

08/04/2026

**📰 Neely Media Newsletter | August 2026**

The August 2026 Neely Media Newsletter focuses on the issues and community conversations happening across Virginia Beach.

This month, we’re highlighting campaign season, public safety, the Virginia Beach meals tax conversation, concerns from residents over the proposed golf course redevelopment, and a special community event supporting individuals with special needs.

🗳️ **Campaign Season, Public Safety & the VB Meals Tax**
As campaign season continues, Virginia Beach residents are watching how candidates and city leaders respond to concerns about safety, youth violence, business conditions, restaurant costs, and whether the community feels heard before decisions are made.

⛳ **Community Concerns Over Golf Course Proposal**
Article by **Staff O’Neil**
Residents have raised concerns about the proposed Virginia Beach National Golf Club redevelopment, including transparency, housing density, traffic, public land, and the long-term impact on nearby neighborhoods.

💎 **Community Event Spotlight: Diamonds Are Forever Prom**
House of Angels, in collaboration with Councilman Cash Green, will present the **Diamonds Are Forever Prom**, a formal evening created to celebrate the special needs community with elegance, inclusion, and joy.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center
4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach, VA 23462
🎟️ $80 per person | Open to the public
🔗 Tickets/Support: https://square.link/u/ne5xbenR

Neely Media remains committed to sharing local stories, community voices, and meaningful conversations that keep residents informed and connected.

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06/24/2026

📰 Neely Media Newsletter | June 2026

In this month’s Neely Media Newsletter, we’re featuring two stories that reflect both the challenges and heart of our community.

🔹 Virginia Beach Discusses Recent Gun Violence in Youths
City officials, police leadership, and local voices are continuing conversations around youth gun violence, public safety, pop-up events, and possible next steps for protecting residents, visitors, and businesses.

🔹 Malbon Bros. Closing Their Doors
A longtime Virginia Beach favorite, Malbon Bros. Corner Mart & BBQ, is preparing to close its doors after decades of service. Their story is one of legacy, hard work, and community giving.

At Neely Media, our goal is to keep the community informed while highlighting the stories that matter most across Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads.

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05/29/2026

Neely Media May 2026 Newsletter | VB Community Listening Series

On May 21, Neely Media helped bring residents, business owners, city staff, and local leaders together at Esoteric Restaurant for a community listening meeting focused on safety concerns at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

The discussion included recent shootings, social media-driven pop-up gatherings, curfews, enforcement, Atlantic Avenue improvements, and the need for long-term solutions. City Council Member Worth Remick, who represents District 6, joined the conversation alongside Al Neely, Virginia Beach Resort Management Administrator Bill Kelly, Mark Stevens, and Virginia Beach Police Captain James Gordon.

As Al Neely shared, “We wanted to reach out to the community and to talk about recent events.”

Article by Jane Bloodworth Rowe
Event coverage by Neely Media

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05/22/2026

05/20/2026

Are you attending the VB Community Listening Series?

If you would like to ask a question to the listening panel of city leaders, please leave your name and question in the comments section before the event.

This event is designed to give Virginia Beach residents a space to be heard, ask questions, and take part in an important community conversation.

RSVP using the link or QR code, and feel free to share this post with anyone in the community who may want to attend or submit a question.

Comment your question below before the event.

05/19/2026

Mark your calendars for the VB Community Listening Series: Oceanfront.

Join us on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at ESOTERIC for a community event focused on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. This event gives residents an opportunity to be heard, share feedback, and participate in meaningful dialogue with local leadership.

The listening panel includes Councilman Worth Remick and other Virginia Beach city leaders. Guests are encouraged to attend, connect with neighbors, and be part of a conversation centered around the Oceanfront community.

Food will be supplied.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Location: ESOTERIC
501 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

✅ RSVP here:
https://forms.gle/VBTyShwtP1g7atzH9

Event coverage by Al Neely with Neely Media.

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05/18/2026

Join us for the VB Community Listening Series for the Oceanfront. A community event with Virginia Beach city leaders to listen and engage with residents.

Date: Thursday, May 21st
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Esoteric

RSVP: forms.gle/VBTyShwtP1g7atzH9

05/08/2026

Neely Media May Newsletter 2026: Celebrating Pungo Strawberry Season 🍓

Pungo strawberry season is here, and Neely Media is highlighting two local stories that celebrate the heart of Southern Virginia Beach.

This month’s May Newsletter features Pungo’s early and bountiful strawberry season, with local growers reporting large, firm, sweet berries and strong plant health.

We’re also featuring The Strawberry Patch, a local gift shop in Pungo Square Shopping Center that celebrates Pungo culture with strawberry-themed gifts, books, candles, shirts, jams, greeting cards, fresh eggs, and strawberry barbecue sauce.

From farm fields to local shops, Pungo continues to bring community, culture, and tradition together.

Read more at www.neelymedia.com
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05/08/2026

🍓 Neely Media May Newsletter 2026: Celebrating Pungo Strawberry Season 🍓

Pungo strawberry season is here, and Neely Media is highlighting two local stories that celebrate the heart of Southern Virginia Beach.

This month’s May Newsletter features Pungo’s early and bountiful strawberry season, with local growers reporting large, firm, sweet berries and strong plant health.

We’re also featuring The Strawberry Patch, a local gift shop in Pungo Square Shopping Center that celebrates Pungo culture with strawberry-themed gifts, books, candles, shirts, jams, greeting cards, fresh eggs, and strawberry barbecue sauce.

From farm fields to local shops, Pungo continues to bring community, culture, and tradition together.

Read more at www.neelymedia.com
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