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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Will Melton is the CEO of a digital marketing agency and serves as board chair at Housing Families First—his early hardships, including the loss of his father and family housing struggles, drive him to help local families find safe homes. He uses his business and community roles to work toward more affordable housing in Richmond. Richmond Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Henrico man, 22-year-old Jordan Gayle, was arrested in Shockoe Bottom on June 28 after a fight in May left a Department of Public Works worker with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound—he faces four felony charges including malicious wounding, use of a firearm in a felony, malicious shooting at an occupied vehicle, and destruction of property. 12 On Your Side
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ VCUarts graduate Häsler Gómez won the Dedalus MFA Fellowship in painting and sculpture, which provides a $15,000 stipend to support his art career+ he will use the fellowship as an artist in residence at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art to further his creative work that began at VCU. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sheila White resigned as Director of City Hall’s Department of Finance on Thursday evening—a city spokesperson told The Times-Dispatch. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ Richmond officials report that upgrades to the water system and emergency response plans are underway following water outages earlier this year—city leaders say the water department completed 82% of 230 required actions and submitted 52 updated procedures to meet a 120-day deadline. Richmond Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Daisy's, a waterfront dining cafe attached to The Foundry at Historic Tredegar, opened on June 12 at 500 Tredegar St. near Allianz Amphitheater—chef Matt Kirwan and owner Rawleigh Easley now offer quick breakfasts, casual lunches and happy hour snacks with scenic river views. Richmond Magazine
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Greenberg Gibbons got plans approved to turn the former Genworth campus at 6604-6630 W. Broad St. into a mixed-use neighborhood with more than 1,000 apartments, townhomes, office space, retail options and hotel rooms. The 45-acre site became available in 2022—its redevelopment will begin soon as the firm works on final details. 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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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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3D Creator Camp at St. Christopher's School
9 AM – 4 PM — St. Christopher's School — Check website for cost — Unleash creativity with exciting projects designed for young innovators.
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