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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hope for Learning, which has spent five years giving reading materials and supplies to elementary students in Title I schools, is launching a campaign called Hope on Wheels — the nonprofit aims to raise $125,000 to buy one or two vans so it can deliver food, clothing, books, and school supplies to families in need. It will also host its fifth annual charity 5K at Midlothian Mines Park on June 7th. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Richmond’s historic Byrd Theatre began its final phase Monday of a years-long seat replacement project by removing side-section seats to install updated, wider seating. The theatre is a Virginia Historic Landmark on the National Register and is upgrading its Carytown venue. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rajique Redd-Sims, a fourth-grader at Miles J. Jones Elementary School, saved his classmate from choking at lunch by quickly using the Heimlich maneuver he learned two weeks ago—Richmond Public Schools praised his quick action. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ A fourth-grader at Miles J. Jones Elementary School saved a friend by performing the Heimlich maneuver when the classmate began choking at lunch. Richmond Public Schools said the quick response prevented what could have turned into a serious emergency. 12 On Your Side
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Government officials are fixing an error that sent tax bills for the second half of 2025 to thousands of residents when the bills should have gone to a lending company—corrections will be made and the proper bills issued soon. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Sabrina Joy-Hogg will leave her job as Richmond's top city administrator on June 6 and will start a senior finance and administration role in Newport News on June 16—she worked at City Hall for five months. City officials said they will fill her roles with temporary appointments in the coming weeks. VPM
- ➤ Drivers speeding past Frances W. McClenney Elementary School received over 7,000 citations in six months as cameras caught drivers going at least 11 mph above the 25 mph school-hour limit on the 3800 block of Chamberlayne Avenue. Richmond Police hired part-time reviewers for the footage and a future law will allow retired officers to help — officials hope this measure will improve safety. Richmond Magazine
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VCU Health held a ground-breaking ceremony for its $89.9 million, four-story Chesterfield Pavilion near Iron Bridge and Beach roads. The facility, with 4 operating rooms + 45 exam rooms, will begin construction this fall and will offer outpatient surgeries + specialty treatments when it opens in 2027. Virginia Commonwealth University
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Richmond city officials said the Department of Finance is working to send the correct property tax bills to mortgage lenders after thousands of residents mistakenly received bills for the second half of 2025 — Mayor Danny Avula is revising procedures and will bring in an expert to prevent future errors. 12 On Your Side
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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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Noah-O Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Broadberry — Tickets from $48 — Experience a night of last-minute theater excitement with Noah-O in Richmond.
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