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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Hull Street Road—one of the deadliest corridors south of Richmond with 11 fatalities in five years—is set for a major redesign that will add crosswalks, stoplights, and bike lanes, with work beginning this year, improvements starting in fall, and completion expected in 2028. Richmond Times-Dispatch
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A murder suspect in Scott’s Addition — 28-year-old Nico Rivera — had his bond revoked by a Richmond Circuit Court judge after he missed required drug test appointments while under house arrest and will remain in jail until his five-day jury trial begins on October 20. FOX Richmond
- ➤ Twenty-eight-year-old murder suspect Nico Rivera is being sent back to jail after he missed two mandatory drug tests while under house arrest for killing Jacob Baldwin — he faces a five-day jury trial starting on October 20. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ An occupant in a Toyota Highlander was shot and taken to the hospital on Route 1 in Chesterfield County just after 11:55 a.m. on July 8—police said the vehicle crossed into northbound lanes and the road was closed overnight between Rio Vista Street and Shields Road with no public threat. FOX Richmond
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the National Park Service and local partners will launch a two-week celebration of Maggie L. Walker’s 161st birthday with guided tours at her historic site (July 11th, 12th, 18th, and 19th from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and scheduled community events including a cemetery clean-up and a walking tour through Jackson Ward on July 12th. 12 On Your Side
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Commonwealth University held the Gabriel Summer Institute where high school students learned to trace their family roots and explore Richmond's Black history by visiting historic sites like the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground, and Sankofa Community Orchard — the program also introduced them to college admissions professionals and campus life. Virginia Commonwealth University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond launched a project to reduce excess sewage into the James River by upgrading its 1800s sewer system with an underground storage facility at Canoe Run Park. The $100 million initiative will be supported by state grants, and the DPU will start site investigations and design work with groundbreaking scheduled for 2027 & completion expected by 2029. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police graduated over 100 new troopers from 15 states last week at its academy, reducing officer vacancies to 260 as improved recruitment efforts boosted interest in law enforcement. Officials said the new class is the largest since 2018 and will help the force work on intelligence and data projects to fight violent crime. 6 News
- ➤ Chesterfield County added 18,565 residents between April 2020 and July 2023, making it the fastest growing area with a population now near 383,876. County officials plan to add more schools, town homes, and jobs to help support growth — a move that builds on the county's strong community ties. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, at Byrd Park, a tennis event called Tennis Under the Lights honors tennis legend Arthur Ashe on his 82nd birthday — coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his historic Wimbledon win — and runs from 5 to 9 p.m. after it was relocated from Battery Park. 6 News
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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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Suggesting Rhythm - Inside The Coliseum
6-9:45 p.m. — Hardywood Park Craft Brewery — $15 ADV/$20 DOS — Experience the thrilling recreation of legendary Grateful Dead performances in an unforgettable musical journey.
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Chris Leggett and The Copper Line Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Get Tight Lounge — $14.55 — Experience an unforgettable summer night with Richmond's own Chris Leggett & The Copper Line.
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A Flock of Seagulls with Bow Wow Wow
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The National — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of classic 80s hits with legendary bands A Flock of Seagulls and Bow Wow Wow.
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Bravo TV Trivia Night
5-7 p.m. — The Broadberry — Free entry — Show off your Bravo TV knowledge with friends and win prizes in this fun trivia event.
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