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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Patrick Weaver, a former music industry professional, is opening Le Cache Dulcet, a coffee-and-records shop, in Richmond's Arts District, blending his passions for vinyl and quality coffee.  6 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A dump truck accident on Interstate 95 in Richmond causes significant traffic delays, with cleanup expected to last at least two hours.  6 News

CRIME NEWS

  • A Richmond man was arrested four months after being wanted for a deadly shooting on Mechanicsville Turnpike that resulted in one death and another person wounded.  12 On Your Side

CULTURE NEWS

  • Charles F. Gillette, a pioneering landscape architect, significantly influenced Virginia's garden design, leaving a lasting legacy on private estates, public spaces, and educational campuses through his innovative approach to incorporating natural and formal elements.  Richmond Magazine

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Richmond introduces a grant fund to aid small businesses affected by a water crisis, with applications opening in March.  12 On Your Side

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Brandi Chastain Cup, an elite women's amateur soccer championship, has been launched to showcase top amateur talent and unite the sport across the U.S., featuring teams like Richmond Ivy.  RVAHub

EVENTS

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  • XIII Annual Monster Cross at Pocahontas State Park

    A competitive bike race featuring 25 and 50-mile courses designed for cross, gravel, or mountain bikes, with awards given in over 20 categories.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Regular Day Drop-in at St. Michael's Episcopal School

    This drop-in event allows children to enjoy extended day activities in a welcoming school environment.

    Mon, 3/3/25

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  • ASkySoBlack Concert Featuring Polarview and SHIV

    ASkySoBlack will perform with Polarview and SHIV at The Camel, offering an evening of live music in Richmond.

    Tue, 3/4/25

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  • Regular Day Drop-in at St. Michael's Episcopal School

    A drop-in event for children at Extended Day, providing a fun atmosphere where kids can enjoy their time.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Richmond Community Resource Fair

    This free event at Diversity Thrift provides a variety of resources including harm reduction and job assistance, along with food options for community members.

    Thu, 3/6/25

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  • Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Beyoncé

    Experience the music of Beyoncé performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the historic Bolling Haxall House.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • Tristan Dougherty Live at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery

    Folk musician Tristan Dougherty, known for his meditative guitar playing and innovative arrangements, will perform live, showcasing his unique sound influenced by indie, classic country, and Appalachian music.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Richmond Symphony Presents Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony

    The Richmond Symphony, conducted by Valentina Peleggi, performs Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony alongside a newly commissioned work by Conni Ellisor, featuring violinist Inmo Yang playing Higdon's Pulitzer Prize-winning Violin Concerto and Massenet's Meditation.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Bright Eyes Live Performance

    Indie-rock band Bright Eyes, featuring special guest Merce Lemon, will perform live at The National in Richmond.

    Mon, 3/10/25

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  • An Evening with Jim Messina

    Jim Messina, renowned musician and member of iconic bands like Buffalo Springfield and Loggins & Messina, will perform live at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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