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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A jockey was hospitalized after being thrown from his horse during a race at Colonial Downs on Thursday — hospital staff are monitoring his condition. 12 On Your Side
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Terence Richardson and Ferrone Claiborne celebrated their release from prison on July 19 at Copper Hall in Richmond with family, friends, and supporters after spending over twenty years behind bars for charges linked to the 1998 death of Waverly Police Officer Allen Gibson—since April they have begun rebuilding their lives with new projects amid ongoing legal challenges. Richmond Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Richmond residents will celebrate Muslim American Heritage Month on Saturday, July 26 at two events—one offering cultural tables, traditional clothing, storytelling and snacks from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at VCU’s Institute for Contemporary Art, 601 W. Broad St., and the other featuring live entertainment, food vendors, a back-to-school bookbag giveaway and children’s activities from 2 to 8 p.m. at Masjid Bilal in Church Hill. Richmond Free Press
- ➤ The Valentine shows an exhibit called Generations: Stories of Asian Americans in Richmond that uses portraits to share local Asian American histories — including Qazi Aied Iqbal’s childhood rickshaw — in a project by the museum, the 1882 Project, and the Asian American Society of Central Virginia, and the exhibit runs through May 25. Richmond Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond’s new Chief Administrative Officer Odie Donald II, who started work on July 7, said he will improve services like billing and water while tightening purchasing card controls — a move aimed at boosting accountability in City Hall. Mayor Danny Avula praised his appointment, noting that these changes mark a clear shift toward better everyday operations. Richmond Free Press
- ➤ Richmond Mayor Danny Avula announced two new work groups to restore public trust in the city’s water system after recent crises in January and May. One group will focus on financial planning with city officials while the other works with regional water leaders — both teams have already begun meeting to set next steps. Richmond Free Press
- ➤ Henrico County approved a five-year plan on Tuesday to expand affordable housing and fight homelessness. The plan will use nearly $3M in federal funds during its first year to repair over 350 homes and help first-time buyers— the move comes after county research showed 38,000 households face serious housing problems. VPM
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last week, top youth soccer teams played in the ECNL Boys and Girls National Finals in Richmond after regional play in Redmond from June 25 to July 1. Real Colorado of Denver beat Sting of Dallas 2-1 in the U17 Girls match on July 21, and ECNL boys commissioner Jason Kutney said the finals celebrated the season (with sunny weather and good fields). Richmond Free Press
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National Aunties and Uncles Day Picnic
2-5 p.m. — Yaupon Place — Free entry — Celebrate familial bonds with a lovely picnic and fresh flower bouquet crafting in the park.
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Thank You Scientist Live
7-11 p.m. — Richmond Music Hall — $ — Thank You Scientist brings their wacky brand of prog/jazz along with special guests Spilly Cave.
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Jr. Scientist Program at St. Christopher's School
9 AM – 4 PM — St. Christopher's School — Cost varies — Dive into science and technology with hands-on space flight simulations and engaging projects.
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Sumac Concert
7-10 p.m. — Gallery5 — Check ticket info — Experience the profound and humanistic sounds of Sumac's latest album, May You Be Held.
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Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Rockwood Nature Center — Cost info not provided — Learn basic bike maintenance skills with hands-on instruction.
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Tentative Decisions Live Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Get Tight Lounge — Concert tickets available — Enjoy the melodic tunes of Tentative Decisions with their hit song 'Green Tracksuit'.
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Drive By Truckers Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Maymont — $35 General Admission, $55 Gold Circle — Experience the raw storytelling and Southern rock sounds of Drive-By Truckers live in concert.
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Tristan Dougherty Live Performance
10 AM – 4 PM — Dorey Park Farmers Market — Free entry — Enjoy the soothing sounds of folk music with meditative guitar and heartfelt lyrics.
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The Flaming Lips Live
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Brown's Island — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience the iconic sound and unique performances of this legendary alternative rock band.
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Styx Concert at Allianz Amphitheater
12 PM — Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront — Ticket info not provided — Rock out with Styx performing classic hits and fan favorites live on stage.
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