Newport News invests $141 million for new middle school, library, rec center and more

A family & kids story from Virginia, reported by 13News Now Norfolk.

Family & Kids · Virginia · October 21, 2026

By HeyHomees Newsroom · October 22, 2026

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Newport News is spending $141 million on a new middle school, recreation center, library and turf field.

Local News · Virginia — Morning edition, October 22, 2026

Reported by 13News Now Norfolk, October 21, 2026. Read the full story at 13News Now Norfolk →

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