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Sunday, July 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kimberly and Clarissa Silcox lost their home in a Shockoe Bottom fire and are rebuilding after Lyle Collins donated furniture and sewing supplies to help them start over. The couple picked up the items with family help and have begun settling into their new home — a gesture that has sparked an unexpected friendship. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police said that at about 2:13 p.m. Friday on Walkerton Road in King William County a 2020 Freightliner M2 swerved off the road when its driver, 42-year-old Ricardo Jennings from D.C., did not wear his seatbelt and was thrown from the vehicle — killing him — while a 26-year-old passenger from Alexandria was rushed to VCU Medical Center in Richmond with injuries. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Six people lost their homes after three mobile homes at Bexley Mobile Home Park in Prince George County were damaged by fire late Friday — firefighters used tanker trucks as local hydrants failed and five cats and one dog died while the Red Cross assisted the displaced residents. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers found a man with gunshot wounds in the Fan overnight and took him to hospital with serious injuries—he was discovered on the 2100 block of West Main Street—while police continue their investigation. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ At a birthday party in Chesterfield's Bellwood area, uninvited guests showed up—brandishing a gun and pistol-whipping a man—prompting police to arrest two people while the injured man was taken to a nearby hospital with minor wounds. 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Richmond marked the 50th anniversary of Arthur Ashe’s Wimbledon win when he beat Jimmy Connors on July 5—making him the first Black man to win the championship. Local programs keep his legacy alive, and the Tennis Under the Lights summer series will honor his achievements on July 10. 6 News
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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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APRES Conference 2025
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Omni Richmond Hotel — Entry fees apply — Engage with industry leaders at a conference focused on professional development and innovative practices.
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Tell-Tale Talks with Chris Semtner
6-7 p.m. — The Poe Museum — $10, free for members — Delve into the life of Edgar Allan Poe with curator Chris Semtner as he discusses his latest book.
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