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Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Richmond Parks is organizing volunteer opportunities on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to positively impact the community, inviting participants to honor Dr. King's legacy through action.  RVAHub
  • Richmond Public Libraries seeks community input for green infrastructure enhancements at Belmont and Hull Street Branches to promote sustainability and resilience.  RVAHub
  • VCU's MLK Celebration Week 2025 features diverse programs focused on reflection, education, and community outreach, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s principles.  Virginia Commonwealth University

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Anthony 'Scott' Morris steps in as interim director of Richmond's Department of Public Utilities following April Bingham's resignation amidst a city-wide water outage.  FOX Richmond
  • Richmond experienced a reduction in violent crimes from 1,023 incidents in 2023 to 967 in 2024, marking progress in combating violence.  Richmond Times-Dispatch

HEALTH NEWS

  • 8-year-old Cayden Shipley, born with a half-developed heart, champions bills for mandatory cardiac emergency plans in Virginia schools.  12 On Your Side

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Richmond introduces a variety of new dining experiences including a Grateful Dead-inspired bar, weekend-only Chicago-style pizza, a sober bar, and a farmers market, alongside other food industry updates.  Richmond Magazine
  • Emmy Squared Pizza, renowned for its Detroit-style pizza, is set to open in Short Pump, occupying a space formerly held by Burger Bach.  6 News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 11th Annual Megsmiles 5K Run

    Participants can choose between an in-person 5K, a virtual option, or a Kids Run, all taking place at Atlee High School in Mechanicsville, VA.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Weekly Worship Service

    The River Road Church invites attendees to participate in a Sunday worship service both in-person and via livestream, featuring a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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  • Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration

    The event celebrates the launch of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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  • Trying to Speak Spanish RVA

    This event offers a welcoming environment for Spanish speakers of all levels to practice conversational skills while engaging in discussions about language and culture.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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  • Puccini's Tosca at Dominion Energy Center

    Experience an enchanting performance of Puccini's opera 'Tosca' conducted by Valentina Peleggi, featuring the Greater Richmond Children’s Choir at the Dominion Energy Center.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Loso's Winter Boogie All Vinyl Music Festival

    An all-vinyl music festival featuring 9 acts across 3 stages, designed for the 21+ crowd in Richmond, Virginia.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Dizgo with Cleophus James Concert

    Dizgo, a prominent name in the jamband scene known for their eclectic mix of genres and styles, will perform live alongside Cleophus James at Richmond Music Hall.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • Leveraging AI for Agile Team Effectiveness

    This session offers insights on improving Agile team performance through the integration of artificial intelligence, presented by industry expert Gil Pizano.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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  • Alice In Wonderland: Falling Down The Cirque Rabbit Hole

    This family-friendly aerial cirque production reimagines Alice's journey through Wonderland with stunning performances by a diverse cast of over 70 artists.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Saved by the 90s Concert in Richmond

    Experience the nostalgia of the 90s with the Saved by the 90s Party, a live concert filled with iconic hits and upbeat energy.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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