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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local organizations will launch Dignity on the Go: Mobile Showers on April 2 at 10 a.m. behind Saint Paul’s Baptist Church at 700 E Belt Boulevard to support homeless individuals with mobile showers and extra services such as job search help, health care, grief support and haircuts. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond Police said no arrests were made after a man was shot to death in Whitcomb Court near the 2400 block of Carmine Street Tuesday night (his identity was not released). FOX Richmond
- ➤ On Tuesday night while patrolling near Whitcomb Court, Richmond Police responded to gunshots and found a man fatally shot on the 2400 block of Carmine Street—no arrests have been made. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Robert Brian Thompson—who worked as a bank examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond—was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months in federal prison for an insider trading scheme. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Richmond magazine launches its 38th annual Best & Worst survey and invites residents to vote for the top and bottom picks in several categories until April 25 at 11:45 p.m. The survey results will be shared in the annual issue coming in August — businesses and organizations are encouraged to use a social media toolkit to prompt votes. Richmond Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU's Brent Smith, a real estate finance and urban economics professor, was named a Fulbright Specialist as part of the State Department’s exchange program—he will serve on the three-year roster and be matched with international projects. Smith said his humble beginnings in a mobile home park inspire his goal to use his expertise to help disadvantaged communities. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ VCU approved a plan to buy a $300 million research building that will change its research work — a vice president said the new facility will guide the university’s study programs in the future. Richmond Times-Dispatch
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed a bill on Monday to create the Hunger-Free Campus Food Pantry Grant Program that gives $500,000 to colleges and nonprofit schools to run food pantries for students. The law does not force students to prove they need help and extra funds will roll over to next year — schools must show they have an open pantry or a local food bank partner. Virginia Mercury
- ➤ City officials admitted they mailed property tax rebate checks to several thousand residents with incorrect names—director Jamie Atkinson said no personal information was compromised. The city is canceling these checks—new checks with the correct names will be issued soon. 6 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ VCU named Bryant University’s Phil Martelli Jr. as its next men's basketball head coach on Wednesday—his success at Bryant helped lead to his hiring—and will introduce him today at 11:30 a.m. at the Siegel Center. 12 On Your Side
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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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NAWBO Richmond April Networking Event
8:30-10:00 a.m. — headquarters (hq) — Free for members, $15 for guests — Forge valuable connections with women business owners over coffee and light refreshments.
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FridaFest! 2025
1-7 p.m. — Virginia Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Celebrate Frida Kahlo with live music, art demonstrations, and food trucks at this vibrant community festival.
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The Tallest Man on Earth Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The National — All Ages — Experience the unique sounds of The Tallest Man on Earth as he showcases songs from his latest album.
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Tre. Charles Live Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — The Branch Museum of Design — Ticket includes hors d'oeuvres and wine — Experience the soulful sounds of Tre. Charles blending R&B and indie vibes.
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