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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At 8:07 p.m. Sunday May 4, Richmond police responded to Westover Hills Boulevard and identified the shot victim as Ebony Allen, 42, who was found in a vehicle and later died at a local hospital — detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward. RVAHub
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU biology major Tamara Eddy—who joined a field program on the James—found a passion for bats while collecting data and building bat houses in Bellemeade Park, and she plans to pursue this work in graduate school after learning bat handling in Belize. Her studies and hands-on projects grew from in-person classes during a challenging time in her academic career. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ Richmond Public Schools partnered with the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU to launch a telehealth program that gives students a virtual visit with medical experts so they can stay in class. The program has completed 10 visits at Cardinal, Carver, and Fairfield Court Elementary Schools since its official launch on Monday—an effort that quietly began in March—and will expand if its early success continues. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ GRTC announced a new advertising program that sells ad space on buses and at stops so riders can continue free transit until at least fiscal year 2026 — the change comes as state funds are wound down. The zero-fare program, active since 2020, helped save money for commuters and will rely on ad revenue in the coming months. 6 News
- ➤ Rep. Rob Wittman (R-1st) said he will not support proposals that would reduce the federal match rate or impose a per-capita cap on Medicaid spending. He argued that such cuts would trigger Virginia's law reversing expansion for more than 641,000 residents. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ Richmond libraries froze hiring and cut part-time hours amid a budget crunch after City Council approved Mayor Danny Avula’s request for a 3.25% salary increase for City Hall employees — including top earners — two days earlier. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Richmond region is named an Asthma Capital based on high asthma rates, emergency room visits and fatalities, and it ranks high for seasonal allergies. This May the Richmond Henrico Health District urges families to create an Asthma Action Plan to help manage symptoms and avoid triggers — a crucial guide for children at school and daycare. 6 News
- ➤ VCU researchers developed Nerve Tape, a bandage that uses tiny hooks—helping nerves reconnect 4.8 times faster than regular sutures with 97% success in early tests—while the device was cleared by the FDA in 2022. The Department of Defense and the National Institutes of Health will provide further support for study. Richmond Magazine
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Bald Eagle Tour
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Deep Bottom Park — Experience the beauty of Bald Eagles on a unique river tour.
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Troy Ramey Performance
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Hippodrome Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of captivating songs and stories with songwriter Troy Ramey.
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2025 DownRiver Rip
7-11 a.m. — Robious Landing Park — Check the local paddling scene at this exciting downriver race event.
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Mother's Day Celebration at the Museum
11 AM – 6 PM — Virginia Museum of History & Culture — Free for moms — Celebrate Mother's Day with free admission and enjoy the rich history of Virginia.
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Regular Day Drop-in
3-6 p.m. — St. Michael's Episcopal School — Free entry — Drop-in for Extended Day fun and activities your kid will never want to leave.
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Amber Rubarth Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Richmond Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of a new old-soul generation artist with timeless classic vibes.
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Regular Day Drop-in
3-6 p.m. — St. Michael's Episcopal School — Free entry — Drop in for an afternoon of fun where your kid will never want to leave.
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Richmond Virginia Foster Care Information Session
6-7:30 p.m. — The Queen's Library Tea Room — Free entry — Discover how you can support local children and families in need of foster care.
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Andy Frasco Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — James River Park Pony Pasture — Check for entry fees — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music and good vibes under the stars.
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Frida Kahlo Exhibition at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
12:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Virginia Museum of Fine Arts — $20 — Explore 60 rare works of Frida Kahlo, and enjoy additional art collections at one of Richmond's premier museums.
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