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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A teen pleaded guilty to malicious wounding after he shot a Richmond police officer during a traffic stop in September; he will remain in jail until he turns 21 and then serve 10 years of probation while the officer has fully recovered. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ A funeral service at Oakwood Cemetery turned deadly Wednesday when an argument among mourners escalated into gunfire near Nine Mile Road, killing one man who was the uncle of the person being buried—police said no arrests have been made. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Richmond’s first Moon Tree was dedicated at Thomas C. Boushall Middle School through a partnership between the U.S. Forest Service, NASA, and the school—its seeds orbited Earth and the moon during NASA’s Artemis I Mission to honor Apollo 14. The event featured interactive stations from local partners and eighth graders joined a service project by South Side ReLeaf. Richmond Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Health Commissioner Karen Shelton said years of neglect at Richmond’s main water treatment plant—including failing backup batteries and a faulty culture—led to a crisis that left residents and hospitals without water following January’s power outage. The Virginia Department of Health will send a notice of alleged violation to the city soon, and the city must respond within 45 days as it prepares nearly $64 million in plant upgrades. VPM
- ➤ Mayor Avula announced today that the city will form an Office of Gun Violence Prevention to build stronger community ties and lower gun violence—he said the one-person office will have its position filled next month and may expand later. The new office will work with law enforcement and nonprofit partners to address recent spikes in violence. 12 On Your Side
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, crews placed the final steel beam on CarMax Park (the future home of the Flying Squirrels) in Richmond. City leaders said the ballpark will spur local growth with a new hotel, offices, housing, retail space and a seven-acre park with public art (plans that continue to evolve) as construction moves forward. 12 On Your Side
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Maddy O'Neal Live
7-10:30 p.m. — Ember Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the launch of Maddy O'Neal's new self-titled project in an unforgettable night of music.
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Jonathan Facka Live
2-5 p.m. — Hardywood Park Craft Brewery — Free entry — Experience heartfelt songwriting that navigates through a range of emotions from love to rejection.
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Magdalena Bay Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The National — Tickets available — Catch alternative pop duo Magdalena Bay with special guest Sam Austins in an exciting live show.
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Cool the City Campaign Launch
4-6 p.m. — Broadrock Sports Complex — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with community activities and learn how to enhance climate resilience in Richmond.
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Colorblind Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Canal Club — Ticket sales begin Friday — Experience the vibrant sounds of Austin's Colorblind with their new album release.
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Paul Reiser Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — The National — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with the iconic comedian Paul Reiser.
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Sound Bath Meditations
6-7 p.m. — BarReVA — Cost unspecified — Experience a unique sound healing session that promotes relaxation and restorative benefits through vibrations.
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Wild Rivers Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The National — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers as they perform live.
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Whose Live Anyway?
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Dominion Energy Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a hilarious night of improvised comedy with cast members from Whose Line Is It Anyway?
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Medium Build Live at Richmond Music Hall
7-9:30 p.m. — Richmond Music Hall — $30 — Enjoy an unplugged acoustic experience with Medium Build and Petey USA, including a Q&A session and exclusive pre-show perks.
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