Lil Wayne Announces Dates For I Am Music Tour Nov 26, 2008
T-Pain, Gym Class Heroes, Keyshia Cole, Keri Hilson joining him on the road (VHI.com -- Music News)
Spook the goblins with these decorating tips Oct 30, 2008
"I have machines that two of them will fog out Hampton Coliseum in five minutes. If you want that graveyard fog, you need a dry ice machine.". PLAY MONSTROUS MUSIC: Unsettling music, scary riffs or strange sounds can help you complete your Halloween ambience. (Munster Times, IN)
Monarchs Wrestling Announces 2008-09 Slate Oct 17, 2008
Martin will return to the Virginia Duals on January 9-10 at the Hampton Coliseum, a tournament they took third at in 2007-08. The CAA Duals will follow in Fairfax on January 17. (Odusports.com)
Phish reunion seen as welcome shot of energy Oct 13, 2008
"We're very, very happy about this, it's something very special," Hampton Coliseum general manager Joe Tsao said. Asked how the show came together, Tsao said, "It's very simple: I got a call from the band saying, 'We want to come back,' and I said, 'Come on!". (MSNBC -- Music)
Phish Reunion: The Rebirth Of (Un)Cool, In Bigger Than The Sound Oct 8, 2008
Nostalgia leads our resident music snob to admit his excitement for band's reunion (VHI.com -- Music News)
Four years after disbanding, Phish to reunite Oct 3, 2008
A notice posted on the bands Web site says Phish will play March 6, March 7 and March 8, 2009, at the Hampton Coliseum. The Web site says more 2009 dates will be announced later. (MSNBC -- Music)
Wayne Gomes To Be Inducted Into the Lower Virginia Peninsula Hall Of Fame May 11, 2008
The tenth annual induction banquet will be held at the Hampton Coliseum. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a reception on the second level where the Hall of Fame is located, followed by dinner. (Odusports.com)
Alicia Keys Gears Up for North American Leg of As I Am Tour Presented By Lexus on April 19th Apr 17, 2008
THE ALICIA KEYS AS I AM TOUR PRESENTED BY LEXUS (Updated 4/7/08 ~ Dates are subject to change): DATE CITY VENUE Sat-Apr-19 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum Mon-Apr-21 Philadelphia, PA Liacouras Center Tue-Apr-22 Pittsburgh, PA Peterson Events Center Thu-Apr-24 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center @ CSU Sat-Apr-26 Columbus, OH Value City Arena @ Schottenstein Ctr Sun-Apr-27 St Louis, MO Scottrade Center Wed-Apr-30 Minneapolis, MN Target Center Thu-May-01 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center Sun-May 04 Anaheim, CA... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Boyce of Reason Apr 15, 2008
But before she heads off to Norfolk, Boyce will represent the Colonials one more time in the Girl s East West All-Star Basketball Game in July at the Hampton Coliseum. As a member of the Colonials basketball squad, Boyce averaged about 10 points per game and 6-7 assists per game along with her strong shooting from the 3-point range. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Suffolk driver wins Arena Racing title Apr 1, 2008
Arena Racing USA's Hampton Roads series wrapped up its season with NAPA Auto Care "Championship Night" on Saturday evening at the Hampton Coliseum. Kerry Gilbert started the race from the pole position, but gave way to Prillaman, his front-row partner, on lap 1. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Suffolk driver collects win, critical points Mar 26, 2008
"Championship Weekend" brings back-to-back nights of action to the Hampton Coliseum on Friday and Saturday evenings ... Robbie Davis grabbed the lead on lap 16 and rolled on to his second consecutive victory in the 50-lap Top Dog feature, the main event of Friday evening's program for Arena Racing USA's Hampton Roads series at the Hampton Coliseum ... Next Event - NAPA Auto Care "Championship Weekend" at Hampton Coliseum - Friday, March 28, doors open at 6:30 p.m., racing starts at 7:30. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
SUFFOLK'S FLORIAN SEES A LOT OF YELLOW IN ARUSA ACTION Feb 26, 2008
HAMPTON - Derek Miller led all 50 laps from the pole and came away with his first win of the season in the Top Dog race, the main event of Friday's Arena Racing USA series at the Hampton Coliseum ... NEXT EVENT: Girl Scout Night on Saturday, March 8 at the Hampton Coliseum. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Lexus Presents the Alicia Keys As I Am Tour at Super Bowl XLII Feb 1, 2008
DATE CITY VENUE Sat-Apr-19 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum Sun-Apr-20 Philadelphia Liacouras Center Tue-Apr-22 Pittsburgh Peterson Events Center Thu-Apr-24 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena Sat-Apr-26 Columbus, OH Value City Arena at Schottenstein Ctr Sun-Apr-27 St Louis, MO Scottrade Center Wed-Apr-30 Minneapolis, MN Target Center Thu-May-01 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center Mon-May-05 Los Angeles, CA TBA Wed-May-07 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena Fri-May-09 Las Vegas, NV MGM Garden Arena Sat-May-10 San... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Florian is Top Dog for second straight week Jan 31, 2008
HAMPTON - Driving the U.S. Army-sponsored entry, Adam Florian took the lead on lap 27 and sped on to his second straight victory in the 50-lap Top Dog race, the featured event of Friday's Military Appreciation Night program for Arena Racing USA's Hampton Roads series at the Hampton Coliseum. Overall, it was the third Top Dog win of the season for the Suffolk youngster. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Hampton Coliseum Hosts WWE Wrestling On TV Jan 23, 2008
Hampton Coliseum is hosting World Wrestling Entertainment tonight for WWE's "RAW" show on the USA cable network. WWE and the USA network are promoting the event heavily, as it marks the first time that "RAW" will be telecast in high-defintion. (WTKR.com, VA)
Suffolk teen earns second Top Dog win Jan 22, 2008
HAMPTON - Driver's Adam Florian captured his second win of the season in the 50-lap Top Dog feature, the main event of Friday evening's Arena Racing USA series at the Hampton Coliseum ... Next Event: Military Appreciation Night on Friday, Jan. 25 at the Hampton Coliseum. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Circus comes to Suffolk - in miniature Jan 19, 2008
But for this one, you won't have to head to the Norfolk Scope or the Hampton Coliseum to enjoy the show. The circus is in Suffolk this time, and men, women and children of all ages are sure to be entertained. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Wrestling ACCtion: Saturday, January 12 Jan 14, 2008
The No. 25 Virginia wrestling team went 2-1 Saturday at the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va. The fifth-seeded Cavaliers opened with wins over Lock Haven (33-6) and Lehigh (27-9) before dropping a 23-12 decision to third-seed and 19th-ranked Old Dominion to complete the tournament. (Theacc.com)
Wrestling ACCtion: Friday, January 11 Jan 13, 2008
The 25th-ranked Virginia wrestling team split its two matches Friday at the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va ... A technical fall early on and four wins in the final five matches sparked the Virginia Tech wrestling team to a 17-16 upset win over sixth-seeded Oregon State in the first round of the Virginia Duals Friday morning at the Hampton Coliseum ... Heavyweight David Marone's 5-3 win over Andy Totusek in the final match kept the Virginia Tech wrestling squad from being... (Theacc.com)
#17 Illini Travel to Virginia Duals Jan 10, 2008
Jan. 11-12 // Hampton Coliseum // Hampton, Va ... for the 28th Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum on Jan. 11-12. (Fightingillini.com)
Prillaman wins Top Dog, Florian takes A Main victory Jan 9, 2008
Eric P. Brooks/Suffolk News-Herald Suffolk's Scott Prillaman won his fifth feature race of the Arena Racing USA season on Saturday at the Hampton Coliseum ... HAMPTON - Starting from the pole, Scott Prillaman took the lead on the opening circuit and paced 49 of 50 laps to notch his fifth victory of the season in the Top Dog race - the featured event of Saturday's Arena Racing USA program at the Hampton Coliseum ... NEXT EVENT: PTA Night presented by The Daily Press on Friday at the Hampton... (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Arena Racing action Dec 12, 2007
NEXT EVENT: Kids Night on Friday, Dec. 28 at the Hampton Coliseum. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Racing starts at 7:30 p.m. One free kids ticket with each adult ticket purchased. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Benefits Charity Dec 6, 2007
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will perform at the Hampton Coliseum on Thursday, December 13th at 7:30 PM.. As in years past, they are asking that all ticket holders bring either canned foods or toys for various charities. (WTKR.com, VA)
Suffolk drivers take Top Dog in Hampton Dec 5, 2007
HAMPTON - Continuing his early season hot streak, Scott Prillaman took the lead on lap 4 and sailed to his third win in the 50-lap Top Dog feature, the main event of the LINE-X 250 for Arena Racing USA's Hampton Roads series, held Saturday evening at the Hampton Coliseum ... Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Hampton Coliseum. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Wayne Newton ''The Show Will Go On'' Nov 21, 2007
You no longer need to remember symbols. Simply type in a company name or stock symbol for instant results. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SUFFOLK-SUFFOLK-SUFFOLK FINISH IN TOP DOG Nov 6, 2007
program at the Hampton Coliseum ... Arena Racing USA's season continues Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Hampton Coliseum. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
"Double Up" Tour Starring R. Kelly, with Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo & J. Holiday Confirm New Dates Oct 31, 2007
"Double Up" Tour Starring R. Kelly, with Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo & J. Holiday Confirm New Dates: Financial News - Yahoo. You no longer need to remember symbols. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Suffolk driver opens with Top Dog win Oct 30, 2007
HAMPTON - Starting last in the 14-car lineup, Suffolk's Scott Prillaman roared through the field, grabbed the lead on lap 44, and motored to a convincing victory in the 50-lap Top Dog feature as Arena Racing USA's Hampton Roads series kicked off its 2007-08 season on Saturday evening at Hampton Coliseum. Travis Fortune drew the pole for the start of the race and edged ahead of Kerry Gilbert to take the lead on lap 1. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Disney's money machine -- on ice Oct 20, 2007
If, as the "High School Musical" song teaches us, "we're all in this together," then why are those two ladies the ones sitting a few rows in front of me at Virginia's Hampton Coliseum not sharing. It appears they have snuck little bottles of wine into this year's special Disney extravaganza known as "High School Musical: The Ice Tour." All the skates, smiles, laybacks, lip-syncing and $15 snow cones (this is your first parental warning: stock your wallet) will start a five-day stint of nine... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rascal Flatts Races To No. 1 In Debut-Heavy Week Oct 4, 2007
and wrapping Jan. 12 at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va. The 39-date arena trek follows Kelly's most recent studio album, "Double Up," which debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200 in June. (MediaWeek.com)
R. Kelly Drafts J. Holiday, Ne-Yo For Winter Tour Oct 4, 2007
and wrapping Jan. 12 at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va ... and wrapping Jan. 12 at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va. (MediaWeek.com)
R. Kelly Touring After All: R&B Singer To Hit Road In November Oct 4, 2007
Dates for R. Kelly's upcoming tour, according to Capitol Records: 11/14 - Columbus, GA @ Columbus Civic Center 11/15 - Atlanta, GA @ Philips Arena 11/16 - Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum 11/17 - Birmingham, AL @ BJCC Arena 11/18 - Charlotte, NC @ Charlotte Bobcats Arena 11/21 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Wachovia Center 11/22 - Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center 11/23 - Uniondale, NY @ Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum 11/24 - Baltimore, MD @ 1st Mariner Arena 11/25 - Washington, DC @ Verizon... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Virginia Democratic Convention To Be Held In Hampton Sep 21, 2007
During the 1996 convention in the Hampton Coliseum, Mark Warner won the party's nomination to challenge Republican incumbent U.S. Senator John Warner. Mark Warner lost, but went on to become Virginia's governor from 2002 to 2006. (WTKR.com, VA)
Virginia Festival To Showcase 15 American Indian Tribes In Hampton Jul 21, 2007
Indians from 15 tribes around the country will gather Saturday and Sunday at the Hampton Coliseum to dance, demonstrate crafts, connect with each other and share their history and culture with the public. The free American Indian Intertribal Cultural Festival is an opportunity to remind people that Indians have lived in what is now Virginia since thousands of years before English colonists founded Jamestown in 1607. (WTKR.com, VA)
McRae to play college basketball at Eastern Mennonite May 26, 2007
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517. Considering allegations that Barry Bonds may have used steroids, do you think he deserves to be in the record books if he breaks Hank Aaron's home run record. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Beyonce's North American Tour Dates Announced May 10, 2007
"The Beyonce Experience brought to you by Samsung and L'Oreal Paris" Fri 7/6 New Orleans, LA Superdome Sat 7/7 Memphis, TN FedEx Forum Sun 7/8 St. Louis, MO Savvis Center Wed 7/11 Monterrey, Mexico Monterrey Arena Fri 7/13 Dallas, TX American Airlines Center Sat 7/14 Houston, TX Toyota Center Sun 7/15 San Antonio, TX AT&T Center Wed 7/18 Nashville, TN Gaylord Entertainment Center Fri 7/20 Atlanta, GA Philips Arena Sat 7/21 Tampa, FL St. Pete Times Forum Sun 7/22 Ft. Lauderdale, FL BankAtlantic... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sanjaya Returns: 'Idol' Top 10 Book Busy Summer Tour Schedule May 5, 2007
com Arena 7/19 - San Diego, CA @ San Diego Sports Arena 7/20 - Fresno, CA @ SaveMart Center 7/22 - Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center 7/23 - Los Angeles, CA @ Staples Center 7/24 - San Jose, CA @ HP Pavilion at San Jose 7/25 - Sacramento, CA @ ARCO Arena 7/27 - Tacoma, WA @ Tacoma Dome 7/28 - Portland, OR @ Rose Garden 7/30 - Nampa, ID @ Idaho Center 7/31 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Energy Solutions Arena 8/3 - Omaha, NE @ Qwest Center 8/4 - St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center 8/5 - Milwaukee, WI @ Bradley... (VHI.com -- Music News)
McRae earns All-State honors and a chance to represent the East squad Apr 5, 2007
Thursday April 05, 2007. Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Young Jeezy Tour With Jim Jones, Lil Wayne Is 'Strictly For The Streets' Mar 1, 2007
3/3 - Charlotte, NC @ Cricket Arena 3/11 - Orlando, FL @ Convention Center 3/15 - Richmond, VA @ Richmond Coliseum 3/16 - Greenville, SC @ Bi-Lo 3/17 - Hampton, VA @ Hampton Coliseum 3/18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 3/23 - Cincinnati, OH @ U.S. Bank Arena 3/24 - Macon, GA @ Centreplex 3/25 - Nashville, TN @ Municipal Auditorium 3/28 - Toledo, OH @ Sports Arena 3/29 - Providence, RI @ Dunkin' Donuts Center 3/31 - Louisville, KY @ Louisville Gardens 4/1 - Baltimore,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
At 400, Jamestown colony still fascinates Feb 23, 2007
Jamestown colony turns 400, still fascinates Events held here and in England commemorate first permanent English settlement in New World. By TERESE LOEB KREUZERTravel Arts Syndicate Published on: 02/25/07. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Virginia Takes Seven-Game Winning Streak To Blacksburg Feb 10, 2007
The series has been held at the Richmond Coliseum (14 times), Roanoke Civic Center (13 times), Cassell Coliseum (four times), The Norfolk Scope (once), the Hampton Coliseum (once), the Greensboro Coliseum - ACC Tournament (once), and University Hall (four times). This is the 73rd consecutive season the Cavaliers and Hokies have met (every season since 1934-35). (Virginiasports.com)
Last match: Edinboro gains revenge Jan 17, 2007
Two months after defeating Edinboro by a comfortable margin, the Nittany Lions fell to the Fighting Scots 19-17 in the finals of the Virginia Duals on Saturday at the Hampton Coliseum. The Fighting Scots (12-1), who lost to Penn State 27-9 during the Pennsylvania Duals, won every bout from 141 to 165 pounds to avenge their only defeat. (State College Centre Daily, PA -- Sports)
Wrestling ACCtion: Weekend of January 12-14 Jan 16, 2007
- - Eric Albright, Rocco Caponi and Scott Smith each went 2-0 to lead Virginia as the Cavaliers split dual meets with Arizona State and VMI on day one of the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum ... - - Rocco Caponi, Ross Gitomer and Mike Grogan won their respective bouts, but Old Dominion held off Virginia, 26-12, in the consolation round of the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum. (Theacc.com)
Three Cavaliers Pick Up Wins on Final Day of Virginia Duals Jan 14, 2007
- - , and won their respective bouts, but Old Dominion held off Virginia, 26-12, in the consolation round of the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum. Caponi won his third match in three days for the Cavaliers, who finished 1-2 at the tournament. (Virginiasports.com)
Dukes Shut Out at Virginia Duals Jan 14, 2007
- Duquesne University's wrestling team was shutout at the Virginia Duals Natiional Division competition Friday at the Hampton Coliseum. The Dukes, who had won the Peninsula Wrestling Association's American Division competition last year, were topped by Bloomsburg (45-6), North Dakota State (31-9) and VMI (34-15). (Goduquesne.com)
Coliseum Mall Stores To Close For Good This Weekend Jan 13, 2007
Hampton Coliseum Mall will shut most of its remaining stores Sunday evening to make way for the new Peninsula Town Center. However, mall officials tell us Macy's, Barnes and Noble, Burlington Coat Factory, and JC Penney will remain open throughout the construction. (WTKR.com, VA)
Cavaliers Split First Two Meets at the Virginia Duals Jan 13, 2007
- - , and each went 2-0 to lead Virginia as the Cavaliers split dual meets with Arizona State and VMI on day one of the Virginia Duals at the Hampton Coliseum. The Sun Devils edged the Cavaliers, 21-19, in the opening round, before Virginia defeated VMI, 28-9, in the consolation round. (Virginiasports.com)
Foxes, Chargers wrestlersplace high in Falcon Duals Jan 8, 2007
King George will compete in the Virginia Duals next weekend at the Hampton Coliseum. Chancellor will travel to Washington n Jan. 13. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
Monarchs Win Virginia Intercollegiate State Tournament Jan 7, 2007
The Duals are being held at the Hampton Coliseum. Tournament's Outstanding Wrestler: Tim Harner -- Liberty University 4-0, one pin, one tech. (Odusports.com)
