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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Savers—a private equity-backed thrift store chain—has signed a lease for a 32,000-square-foot space at 9110 W. Broad St. in Tuckernuck Plaza and will soon open its first Richmond region location offering second-hand clothing, accessories and household goods. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ George Woltz, co-founder of the Martin & Woltz agency who helped create the 'Virginia is for Lovers' campaign, died on July 16 in Naples, Florida at age 92—he was known for his humble start and creative work that shaped Virginia tourism. His legacy has inspired a generation of local advertisers. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ Jeff Tweedy will perform a solo show on October 25 in the Cochrane Rose Garden at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden as part of the Groovin’ in the Garden series—tickets go on sale on July 18 at 10 a.m. local time. RVAHub
- ➤ Maymont invites Richmonders to share their favorite park moments through an online portal — the stories will join the park archives and may be used for research and promotion during the centennial celebration in 2026. RVAHub
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU professor Charol Shakeshaft retired today after more than 40 years of teaching and research focused on education equity and school misconduct—she plans to spend time on her 30-acre property outside Ashland with horses and gardens before returning to work on equity issues. Her work has opened new paths for women in education and inspired many students to complete their advanced degrees. Virginia Commonwealth University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Wrenn family from Richmond started Illume in 2019 after years of supporting their son Tucker, 32, who struggled with addiction and faced legal troubles. Kathy Wrenn, a former health teacher, now leads support groups—Illume offers family recovery programs and partners with local organizations to help other families. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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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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The Mountain Goats Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Broadberry — Tickets starting at $93 — Experience the unique sounds of The Mountain Goats live in Richmond.
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