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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anthem LemonAid, a 25-year fundraiser benefiting Children’s Hospital at VCU, will run from July 18–20 and expand into Fredericksburg as families, businesses, and community groups register for free before 8:00 p.m. on July 16—participants will pick up their kits on July 16 and 17 while local restaurants join a Restaurant Challenge to boost funds for pediatric care. RVAHub
- ➤ Today, James River Park officials warn that rising water levels on the river may risk safety for visitors using water for recreation, so families are advised to wear life jackets and check river level signs before entering the water—carefully choosing spots like Huguenot Flatwater for milder conditions. Officials also recommend that those tubing at Pony Pasture remain alert to changing currents. 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bloomistry officially launched in Richmond today, offering regenerative gardening consulting + eco-friendly workshops led by Conner Parrish, a Virginia Commonwealth University alum. Parrish, who first started Blossoming Roots Farm & Supply in 2022, plans to open a flagship education center and launch a national line of curated soil products to help local residents grow their own food and improve their soil. RVAHub
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 2 at 8:15 p.m., Colonial Heights police responded to White Bank Park after a suspect opened fire at a boat ramp, seriously injuring a man who was in a boat and later fired at a second person who was not hit—authorities say the suspect fled in a dark-colored SUV. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Jonathan Escobar Herrera was detained by ICE at the Chesterfield courthouse on June 23 and taken to a detention facility in Bowling Green—his wife, who paid his ticket and now cares for their two children while seeking work, said she was heartbroken when she expected him to come home. Richmond Times-Dispatch
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Commonwealth University quickly removed its DEI office following state and federal orders—reshuffling staff without layoffs—while the University of Virginia ended its DEI program but saw its president resign amid warnings of federal funding cuts. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ VCU professor Robert Sims retired after more than 40 years of building the Spanish studies program and teaching students. He donated over 10,000 books to VCU Libraries and will travel in retirement (he plans to visit Argentina first). Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ Shiori Meadows, a VCU School of Education alum and school counselor from Hawaii, traveled 4,700 miles to Richmond to attend a school-based play therapy workshop—designed to help educators use play to support student expression. She said the training was perfect for expanding her toolbox when working with children who need new ways to process their feelings. Virginia Commonwealth University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The first spotted lanternfly adults of the season were seen last week in Richmond and Lynchburg and they can harm trees and vines. The Virginia Department of Agriculture advises anyone who sees one to stomp it and report it—helping officials track the pest. 12 On Your Side
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Schapiro retired from the RTD in May after decades of service—he will continue working part-time with Radio IQ as he follows the political scene ahead. Richmond Magazine
SHOP NEWS
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Sturgeon Fest 2025
2-6 p.m. — University of Richmond Fishing Dock — Check for entry details — Enjoy eclectic tunes from Virginia's Kendall Street Company as they jam by the water.
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Jazz Funk Soul Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant blend of jazz, funk, and soul from a creatively talented ensemble.
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RRRC Cul-de-sac 5K #1
7:00 PM — Shady Grove Elementary School — Entry fee not specified — Enjoy a fun and flat 5K course with farm-fresh fruit awaiting at the finish line.
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Mackenzie Roark and the Hotpants Live
7:30-9 p.m. — In Your Ear Studios — Free entry — Experience vibrant Americana rock with Mackenzie Roark and the Hotpants in an engaging live concert.
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Phosphorescent Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Broadberry — Tickets from $64 — Experience a lively evening with Phosphorescent at a popular Richmond venue.
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Kim Waters Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — Ticket details TBA — Enjoy a captivating evening with contemporary jazz saxophonist Kim Waters.
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Darius Rucker Concert
3:00-8:30 p.m. — The Meadow Event Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the multi-Platinum artist Darius Rucker in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Tri-City Chili Peppers vs Peninsula Pilots
7-8:30 p.m. — Shepherd Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup while supporting a charitable cause.
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Demola Live Performance
7:00–8:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — $15 minimum per guest — Experience the electrifying fusion of Afrobeats, Reggae, and more with viral violinist Demola.
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Robins Junior Camp Week 6
9 AM – 4 PM — Independence Golf Club — Cost varies — Engage in golf and various learning activities designed for young campers.
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