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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jilan Hall-Johnson plans to open Sassy’s, a brunch spot, in the former Butterbean Market & Café space at 1200-1206 Hull St in Manchester. The new restaurant is a spinoff of her Billings, Montana operation The Sassy Biscuit — it will offer breakfast dishes. 6 News
- ➤ Dominion Energy of Richmond is proposing to add over $21 to a typical monthly bill by 2027. The company said it will raise fuel rates by $10.92 on July 1 and base rates by $8.51 on January 1, 2026, and by another $2 on January 1, 2027 — noting the increases will help cover rising costs in labor, materials and grid upgrades. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond police identified Lamont Hawley-Barrow, age 24, as a victim in a double shooting that took place Monday night at the corner of Azalea Avenue and Chamberlayne Road around 6:30 p.m.—he was taken to a hospital where he died while a second victim, a woman with a gunshot wound that is not life-threatening, was also treated. 6 News
- ➤ A bond hearing for the Chesterfield man charged with killing his father was postponed Tuesday after his public defender agreed with prosecutors’ request for a mental health test—he was arrested after allegedly strangling and pushing his father down the stairs during a March 23 fight, and his next hearing is set for June 5. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is opening Frida: Beyond the Myth on April 5, featuring over 60 works by Frida Kahlo and running through Sept. 28. The exhibit offers events such as FridaFest on April 5, a talk with Hayden Herrera on April 25, and a screening of the film Frida on April 26 — tickets cost $10 to $20 —. Richmond Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU will hold Research Weeks from April 3 to April 24 to spotlight research innovations with events such as a cancer symposium on April 3 and a state research address on April 15. The university recently reached over $500 million in sponsored funding and ranked among the top 50 public research universities (a milestone recognized by its research community) as registration for all events is free. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A boy at Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center in Chesterfield County wrote a letter in January describing harsh conditions that included being locked in his room and missing meals during a Super Bowl Sunday disturbance when a cell block caught fire. Emergency services responded to 45 calls from the facility over the past year, and officials said staffing shortages have led to recurring fires — raising concerns that incidents may continue until reforms are made. VPM
- ➤ Richmond is holding its People’s Budget vote as residents age 14 and older choose how to use $3 million via pop-up events and online voting from April 1 to April 15—voters use ranked choice voting to rank several projects—with funds divided among districts to support improvements like bus routes, tree plantings, and sidewalks; results will be posted by April 21. Virginia Mercury
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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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Live Dead and Brothers Concert
7:30-9:30 PM — The National — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing journey through psychedelic blues and the essence of jam band music.
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Tristan Dougherty Concert
6 PM — Triple Crossing Beer - Fulton — Free entry — Experience the soothing folk melodies of Richmond's own Tristan Dougherty while enjoying craft brews.
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The Hot Seats Concert
6-9 p.m. — Hardywood Park Craft Brewery — Entry fee not listed — Enjoy a lively evening of stringband music with a group known for their energetic performances.
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AWOLNATION with Bryce Fox
7-9 p.m. — The National — Tickets available — Enjoy an electrifying performance by AWOLNATION featuring special guest Bryce Fox.
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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Altria Theater — Tickets needed — Experience the uplifting true story of Neil Diamond's journey from Brooklyn kid to rock icon.
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