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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The LEGO Group announced it is investing $366 million to build a warehouse and distribution center covering 2 million square feet at Crosspointe Business Centre in Prince George County + the project is expected to create over 300 jobs. It will operate alongside LEGO's planned manufacturing facility in Chesterfield + Gov. Glenn Youngkin said the move deepens the company’s presence in Virginia. 12 On Your Side
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mariela Gavino turned her 2022 pop-up bookstore into a permanent shop in late 2024 by opening ILYSM Books in the former Scrap RVA space on Brookland Park Boulevard in North Side; she chose the name to remind people to say I love you so much and now offers a curated collection of new and used books—showing her deep passion for literature. Richmond Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU College of Engineering hosted its Capstone Design Expo on April 25, where more than 90 student projects showed real-world solutions. Award-winning teams built a prosthetic glove for a veteran golfer, a new dynamometer for naval tests, and a device to improve potato chip production — ideas that took months of teamwork — with support from faculty and project partners. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ Richmond native Everette Taylor, CEO of Kickstarter, will deliver the keynote at VCU’s spring commencement on May 10 at 10 a.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center — he grew up in the South Side and plans to inspire graduates with a message of resilience. Richmond Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dominion Energy and Appalachian Power have filed proposals to change net metering rules for rooftop solar, with the new plans set to lower credits for excess electricity+ critics say the changes may discourage solar investments. The State Corporation Commission will review APCo’s proposal on May 20 while Dominion’s proposal remains pending. Virginia Mercury
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond voters will choose their next sheriff on June 17 when incumbent Sheriff Antionette Irving faces former police sergeant William Burnett in a primary election. Burnett, who lost to Irving by 11 points in 2021, says her handling of jail issues and staff shortages needs change—claims that have stirred a strong debate. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bella Francesca fought leukemia and died of an infection at age 11. The Francesca family now honors her memory by hosting A Gift for Bella Day tomorrow at Milestone Field and Clubhouse in Mechanicsville—raising funds for 2-year-old Waylon battling brain cancer—to continue Bella’s legacy of kindness. 6 News
- ➤ Jerry John Rawlings Mensah, a master's student at VCU, uses AI and machine learning to turn health data into clear stories for the community. He will receive his degree this month and plans to improve cancer screenings and share research findings with local residents—linking data with better care. Virginia Commonwealth University
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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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Introduction to Archery for Seniors
10 AM – 12 PM — Rockwood Nature Center — Fee required — Discover the basics of archery with certified instructors in a welcoming environment.
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Pickleball Bootcamp
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Harry G. Daniel Park at Ironbridge — Cost not specified — Elevate your skills with fun drills focused on techniques and strategy in pickleball.
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