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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders escorted the body of 20-year-old EMT Jacob Bozeman—who died when his ambulance struck a dump truck on Route 360 in King and Queen County on Thursday—from the Richmond Medical Examiner’s Office to Faulkner Funeral Home for a final farewell. 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cosmic Cookies plans to open next week in Scott's Addition at Richmond Eats on 2812 W. Broad St. The company will offer cookies for delivery and takeout during late-night hours. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dominion Energy is working with Richmond Technical Center to offer paid apprenticeship programs that let students learn skills like electrician work — the company said these programs help build a skilled workforce without needing a college degree. Experienced linemen are demonstrating field tasks to prepare students for a challenging and lucrative career. 6 News
- ➤ Virginia Commonwealth University plans to build a $9 million catering kitchen and event space in a dorm at Cary and Belvidere to replace a vacant spot that once housed Chili’s Grill & Bar, Starbucks and AVO Kitchen. The university said the new facility will boost campus dining options — a change that may enhance student services. Richmond Times-Dispatch
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia legislators are directing the Department of General Services to study moving the state's fleet management facility from its 40-year home on West Leigh Street amid development changes near Scott’s Addition and the Diamond District— the study will report its findings by November 1. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On March 18, the Richmond Health Equity Fund granted about $61,000 to the community-run fitness group WeOffTheCouch to expand its school and community partnerships for long-distance running training and mental health support—an initiative aimed at breaking down barriers to local health access. Founded by Anthony Clary in 2019 and now serving over 1,500 people, the group is set to extend its programs as funding applications remain open until March 30. VPM
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Kickers open their home season at 7 p.m. against newcomer AV Alta FC after a recent loss to Virginia Dream FC, and the team aims to bounce back with a refreshed look including a revamped logo and new jerseys. RVAHub
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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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InnoVAte Conference Debrief
6-8 p.m. | SingleStone | Free entry | Discuss insights from the InnoVAte Conference and explore Agile innovation trends with the ScrumRVA community.
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Candlelight Concert: Best of Hip-Hop on Strings
Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring popular hip-hop music performed by a string quartet at Bolling Haxall House.
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Naruto: The Symphonic Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — Altria Theater — No cost info provided — Experience a live orchestral celebration of Naruto's iconic journey through music and film.
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Mackenzie Roark Live at Hardywood Park
6-9 p.m. — Hardywood Park Craft Brewery — Free entry — Experience a magnetic fusion of classic country and rock with Mackenzie Roark and the Hotpants.
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Marley Hale Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Get Tight Lounge — Cost TBD — Experience the captivating country/folk sound of Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Marley Hale.
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Shawn Colvin Live
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Dominion Energy Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of Grammy-winning music from Shawn Colvin and the soulful sounds of Keb' Mo'.
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Hogslop String Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Broadberry — Tickets available — Experience a fusion of old-time string music with a bold, irreverent twist.
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RVA Networking Event - April
5-7 p.m. — HogsHead Cafe — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and expand your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Boney James Live Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The National — Ticketed event — Experience the smooth sounds of saxophonist Boney James from his new album 'Slow Burn'.
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