Thursday, January 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A longtime track coach at J.R. Tucker is honored with a lifetime achievement award for 25 years of dedication. 12 On Your Side
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond Police are searching for a man accused of swiping scratch-off lottery tickets from multiple convenience stores by distracting clerks. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Erin Strotman, a nurse charged with abusing a baby in Henrico Doctors' Hospital, will undergo a mental health evaluation amid substance abuse and disorder claims. Richmond Times-Dispatch
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central Virginia's largest school districts closed on Wednesday due to hazardous road conditions caused by a recent winter storm. 6 News
- ➤ Ka Un Lao, an assistant professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, was granted the National Science Foundation's CAREER award for his pioneering work in computational chemistry to enhance clean energy technologies. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ Superintendent Jason Kamras proposed a $458 million operating budget for Richmond's 2026 fiscal year, marking a $43.7 million increase to enhance student performance and support staff. Richmond Times-Dispatch
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond City officials engage an engineering firm for $234,000 to independently investigate the causes of a water crisis that left the city without drinkable water for a week, with preliminary findings expected within two weeks. 6 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Richmond Strikers and Richmond Kickers Youth merge to form Richmond United, becoming one of the largest youth soccer organizations in the U.S. with over 10,000 players. 6 News
- ➤ The Richmond Kickers and Richmond Strikers youth soccer programs have merged to form Richmond United, creating one of the largest youth soccer organizations in the U.S. with over 10,000 players, aiming to enhance player development and community engagement. RVAHub
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Stop Light Observations Live at The Broadberry
Stop Light Observations is a five-piece band from Charleston, South Carolina, presenting a blend of rock, pop, and indie music infused with electronic beats and soulful vocals.
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Rhode Island Rams vs Richmond Spiders Women's Basketball
This women's basketball matchup features the Rhode Island Rams taking on the Richmond Spiders at E. Claiborne Robins Stadium.
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Live Performance by Rubblebucket with Special Guest Hannah Mohan
Art-pop and indie-rock band Rubblebucket will perform live with special guest Hannah Mohan at The National.
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CyberCon VA 2025: A Conference for Cybersecurity Leaders
CyberConVA brings together over 500 cybersecurity leaders and professionals for a day dedicated to networking and knowledge sharing.
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