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Thursday, March 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Barred Owl trapped in a Forest Hill Terrace fireplace was safely rescued and released back into the neighborhood by wildlife expert Brenda Gentry, with the community capturing the event. RVAHub
- ➤ The River City Half Marathon and 5K will prompt extensive street closures and no parking zones throughout Richmond on March 8, impacting motorists and pedestrians. RVAHub
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU organizes multiple educational and community events including dental hygiene workshops, leadership sessions, and creative showcases for students and staff throughout early March 2025. Virginia Commonwealth University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory until 4 p.m. for Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, and the Richmond Area, warning of urban and small stream flooding due to excessive rainfall. Richmond Times-Dispatch
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond's water crisis, resulting in a swift depletion of a $650,000 aid fund and ongoing investigations into the city's preparedness and response, has led to significant scrutiny and calls for preventive measures. Richmond Magazine
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In Virginia, following significant federal layoffs, Enroll Virginia is offering assistance to those who have lost their job-based healthcare, urging quick action to find new coverage. 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Peña Verde: A Fusion of Global Folk Styles
Peña Verde offers a unique blend of creativity and cultural traditions through a rich tapestry of global folk music and acoustic practices.
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Lunar New Year Pop-Up Dinner with KOBOP
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a family-style dinner featuring a multi-course menu crafted by Chef Jason Song, including Korean BBQ and banchan, at Mise En Place.
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Gimme Gimme Disco: A 70's Themed Dance Party in Richmond
Experience America's largest disco party inspired by ABBA at The Canal Club, featuring a vibrant 70's dance atmosphere.
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Cirque Musica Symphonic Performance
The Richmond Symphony collaborates with Cirque Musica to present a breathtaking display of aerial acrobatics, accompanied by live orchestral music at the Carpenter Theatre.
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Folk Music Live: Tristan Dougherty Concert
Tristan Dougherty, a folk musician from Richmond, Virginia, will perform an evening of meditative finger-style guitar and storytelling at Trapezium Brewing Co.
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