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Saturday, March 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At 85, U.S. Navy veteran Harvey Fleshman reminisces on his distinguished duty performing a 21-gun salute at the opening ceremonies of American Military Cemeteries in Europe during 1960. 6 News
- ➤ A Richmond doctor and his friends embarked on a cross-country cycling journey from San Diego to raise funds for Sportable RVA, an adaptive sports club empowering individuals with physical disabilities. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Richmond Renaissance Faire kicks off its fundraising at Gallery5 on March 7, 2025, starting a year-long effort to support a multi-cultural celebration of artisans from the 14-17th centuries scheduled for 2026. RVAHub
- ➤ Acoustic Underground's 'Lonely Astronaut' music video, which features band members and community sites in Richmond, encapsulates themes of isolation and the significance of community connections. Richmond Magazine
- ➤ The 9th annual Richmond Black Restaurant Experience begins March 9, 2025, featuring over 30 Black-owned food vendors and activities to celebrate African and Caribbean cuisines and culture. 6 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Walgreens closed its store at 11500 W. Broad St., Short Pump after nearly 12 years of operation. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Richmond School Board unanimously approved a $445.7 million budget for fiscal year 2026, focusing on teacher pay raises and construction projects, following discussions that adjusted initial plans to include insurance costs for employees. Richmond Times-Dispatch
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The owner of Union Hill's Fat Rabbit bakery shares popular must-try items, including Hoptarts and a range of baked goods, highlighting a creative approach to baking with savory and unconventional ingredients. Richmond Magazine
- ➤ Patrick Weaver, a former music producer, opens 'Le Cache Dulcet', a coffee and record shop in Richmond's Arts District, blending his passions for coffee and vintage music. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ VCU's men's basketball team lost their final regular-season game 79-76 to Dayton, missing the chance to secure the outright A-10 regular-season championship at home despite a late-game comeback attempt. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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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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Bucko Live at Shockoe Sessions
Experience a live performance from the internationally acclaimed honky-tonk goof-rock group, Bucko, as part of a weekly concert series showcasing Virginia's musical talent at In Your Ear Studios.
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Richmond Book Club March 2025 Meeting
The Richmond Book Club will discuss 'James' by Percival Everett, a critically acclaimed novel reimagining Mark Twain's work from Jim's perspective, at the Capital Ale House.
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