Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NACA's 'Achieve the Dream' event in Richmond aims to aid minority groups in overcoming homeownership barriers with free counseling, workshops, and immediate mortgage opportunities, featuring no down payment and no closing costs. 12 On Your Side
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ All southbound lanes of I-95 in Henrico County are closed due to a multi-vehicle crash at mile marker 83.5; motorists are advised to seek alternate routes. 6 News
- ➤ A tractor trailer lost control on I-95 North, hitting a stationary car hauler, causing injuries and extensive road closures. 12 On Your Side
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond officials caution residents against scam calls and texts demanding payment under false threats of legal consequences. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia's legislature has passed House Bill 1799, allowing lottery winners of $1 million or more to protect their personal information, amidst differing opinions on transparency and privacy. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VCU Health aims to transform the former Pet Dairy facility in Richmond into a new medical center with imaging capabilities. 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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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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Omnigone Live Performance
Omnigone, a ska punk band with roots in the East Bay, will perform at The Camel, continuing the legacy of Link 80.
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Richmond SPCA's 23rd Annual Dog Jog and Block Party
The 23rd Annual Dog Jog, 5K, and Block Party is a community event benefiting the Richmond SPCA, where animal lovers can participate in a fun run and various festivities.
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Tristan Dougherty Live Performance
Folk musician Tristan Dougherty will perform at Main Line Brewery, showcasing his meditative guitar playing and evocative lyrics about love and happiness.
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Bryan Park Criterium – VCA BAR Cycling Event
The Bryan Park Criterium is a cycling race held on a recently repaved loop in Richmond, VA, featuring various registration options and fees for participants.
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