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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Garden Grove Brewing and Urban Winery—Carytown’s only brewery at 3445 W. Cary St.—will close in late June. Owner Ryan Mitchell said he is not renewing the lease and is exploring selling the business and its assets. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A second suspect—20-year-old Samarion Ty’shon Seymour from Norfolk—turned himself in to the Petersburg Bureau of Police on Monday evening in connection with the deadly hit-and-run crash on Airport Drive that occurred at 2 a.m. on March 22 and claimed the life of 29-year-old Luis Fernando Cac Caal while injuring a woman, and he now faces charges—Manslaughter, Felony Hit-and-Run, and Felony Eluding—related to the incident. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Investigators in Colonial Heights delayed criminal charges against nursing home staff—charges set aside after a December raid—to look into evidence of more elder abuse victims and decide if new charges will be filed. 6 News
- ➤ Police have identified 38-year-old Chrystal Lee as a person of interest in the April 27 shooting death of 28-year-old Keyonna Ford on Fairfield Avenue—Ford was found with a gunshot wound and later died at the hospital. FOX Richmond
- ➤ Safe Harbor in Richmond reported a spike in calls about human trafficking since news coverage of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial began—Director Alexandria Wall said that several cases are now active with law enforcement and some victims are waiting for shelter. 12 On Your Side
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU staff and alumni criticized the board’s decision to close the Division of Inclusive Excellence, saying that ending programs on inclusion and support hurt students — several faculty and the Black Education Association have called for shared governance and a town hall to address their concerns. VPM
- ➤ Richmond high schoolers led the YWCA’s Empower RVA Teens program and organized a day-long summit for middle schoolers to learn about healthy relationships and signs of dating violence — they will open applications for next school year's program later this week. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VCU Health System is building a $90 million surgery center in Chesterfield after buying an 8-acre parcel from Cogbill Land Associates for $1.5 million in January — the new center will enhance local health care services. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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Asleep at the Wheel Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — $15 food and drink minimum — Enjoy a night of Western swing music with the legendary Asleep at the Wheel.
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Eric Roberson Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — $15 minimum food and drink — Experience the phenomenal sounds of GRAMMY-nominee Eric Roberson in an intimate setting.
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TLC Concert in Richmond
11 PM – 3 AM — 1001 Haxall Point, Richmond, VA — $145+ — Experience the electrifying hits of TLC live on stage for an unforgettable night.
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Spring Artisan Market at Zorch Pizza
2-6 PM — Zorch Pizza Parlor — Free entry — Discover unique local crafts in a family-friendly atmosphere with furry friends welcomed.
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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, where your kid will never want to leave.
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A Place To Bury Strangers Concert
7-11 PM — Richmond Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of A Place To Bury Strangers as they perform tracks from their latest album.
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Regular Day Drop-in
3-6 p.m. — St. Michael's Episcopal School — Free entry — Drop-in for a fun-filled Extended Day experience your kid will love.
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Elle Christine Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Harry's at Hofheimer — Check website for entry cost — Enjoy an intimate night of heartfelt indie-folk music with Elle Christine and her band.
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Chris Leggett Live Performance
8 p.m. — Richmond Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience local talent with Chris Leggett and the Copper Line on stage supporting The Pink Stones & Ma'aM.
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Richmond Symphony Orchestra Concert
3-7 p.m. — Dominion Energy Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of exquisite live orchestral music performed by the Richmond Symphony Orchestra.
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