
Mayor Mentions Brothers in State of City Address
In his annual State of the City address, Norfolk Mayor Dr. Kenneth Alexander Thursday announced a new partnership with Indiana-based MetroNet that will bring high-speed internet, voice, and video services
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April 26, 2021
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The Jazz scene is jumping in Richmond, Virginia. PHOTO COURTESY OF VIRGINIA TOURISM CORPORATION Norfolk, Virginia Jazz is a part of the culture in Norfolk. This summer will mark the
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April 26, 2021
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For NBA Ref turned Restaurateur Tony Brothers, It’s All in the Family
NBA referee Tony Brothers ’86 hit a cultural three-pointer this year with the opening of a downtown Norfolk restaurant offering fine dining and live music. The place is popping most
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December 6, 2021
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NBA REFEREE, RESTAURANTEUR, PHILANTHROPIST, NORFOLK NATIVE
In the midst of a pandemic, most people may have said, “not now,” or turned away from their dreams of opening a fine-dining establishment, but Tony Brothers is not most
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October 28, 2021
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Nick Colionne: The Godfather of Smooth Jazz Guitar
By Jeff Maisey The release of smooth jazz guitar artist Nick Colionne’s album “Finger Painting” went on as plan in April 2020. The tour in support of the 10-song studio
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October 26, 2021
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Longtime NBA referee Tony Brothers opens fine-dining spot and jazz club in his Norfolk hometown
By MATTHEW KORFHAGE THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT |JAN 29, 2021 AT 10:58 AM Tony Brothers opened a restaurant in downtown Norfolk on Tuesday. But he’s not allowed to eat there. For 15 years or more, the
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February 20, 2021
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Black History Month: Local NBA referee scores big with philanthropy and fine dining
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Building a legacy based on much more than basketball, Norfolk’s own NBA referee Tony Brothers is taking a shot at something new: fine dining. Not eating
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June 20, 2017
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We’re Open: Longtime NBA referee opens upscale restaurant in Norfolk
NORFOLK, VA – He has rubbed elbows — and, of course, engaged in some heated discussions — with nearly every NBA player in the league. “Most people say I’m crazy
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June 19, 2017
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