Friday, January 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 'Princess for a Day' program in Richmond teaches girls ages 3 to 15 various skills including table manners and public speaking, culminating in a fashion show event. 6 News
- ➤ Richmond's Greyhound station redevelopment progresses with demolition and building permits filed for a new development on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Richmond driver perished after colliding head-on while driving a stolen vehicle in the wrong direction on I-195, resulting in a four-vehicle crash with only minor injuries to the other drivers. 12 On Your Side
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man is critically injured following a shooting in Mosby Court, Richmond, with police seeking information. 12 On Your Side
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Richmond School Board approved a $534.5 million budget for FY2025, including significant raises for various school staff positions. Richmond Times-Dispatch
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Virginia Department of Health attributed Richmond's six-day water crisis to poor maintenance, insufficient staffing, and inadequate training, stating the situation was 'completely avoidable'. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Commonwealth University has joined the Johns Hopkins Clinical Research Network to increase local access to a wider variety of clinical trials and enhance collaborative opportunities for physician-scientists. Virginia Commonwealth University
SHOP NEWS
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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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Tristan Dougherty Live Concert
Folk musician Tristan Dougherty will perform live, showcasing his meditative finger-style guitar playing and warm, illuminative lyrics at Kindred Spirit Brewing's Satellite in Richmond, VA.
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