{"podcast":{"title":"Virginia Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!","slug":"virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167","podcast_index_feed_id":7560167,"rss_url":"https://feeds.fastcast.ai/the-virginia-beach-daily-news-now.xml","website_url":"https://thednn.ai/","image_url":"https://image.fastcast.ai/podcasts/the-virginia-beach-daily-news-now.jpg","author":"The Daily News Now!","episode_count":1760,"summary":"Hosted by Corey with the Story, Virginia Beach News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Virginia Beach with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the community. From coastal developments to local events, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Virginia Beach. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and clarity. Part of The Daily News Now network, Virginia Beach News Today is built for listeners who want reliable local news coverage in a quick, easy-to-digest format. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T14:20:45.226025+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167"},"episode":{"title":"Avalon Pier: History, Heart, and Sea","slug":"avalon-pier-history-heart-and-sea","published_at":"2026-06-28T19:26:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167/avalon-pier-history-heart-and-sea","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167","url":"https://api.fastcast.ai/audio/e737db5d-c05e-49c2-9f8b-0d741f4edf4f.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.fastcast.ai/audio/e737db5d-c05e-49c2-9f8b-0d741f4edf4f.mp3","summary":"Step into the salty breeze at the Avalon Fishing Pier on the Outer Banks, where history meets heart and every cast tells a story. Built in 1958 and battered by hurricanes like Sandy and Dorian, this iconic pier now stands at just 450 feet—but its soul? Still strong. Locals and tourists alike gather daily, drawn to the charm of “pier rats,” the ocean’s rhythm, and the legendary bar that opens early for those who know the ropes. From John Criner, who traded danger for the peace of OBX in the ‘70s, to today’s anglers reeling in mullet and bass, the pier’s magic lies in its resilience and community. Whether you’re chasing fish, whales, or just the sound of waves, this timeless spot proves why some places never fade—they just keep giving. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9664b58bbeec1fd","meta_description":"Step into the salty breeze at the Avalon Fishing Pier on the Outer Banks, where history meets heart and every cast tells a story. Built in 1958 and batter…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":110,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167/episodes/avalon-pier-history-heart-and-sea/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167/avalon-pier-history-heart-and-sea.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}