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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 43rd annual Carytown Watermelon Festival returns tomorrow, August 10, with music, kids' activities, and two truckloads of fresh watermelon provided by Publix. Organizer Mike Murphy warned visitors to avoid parking in Kroger or Publix lots — those spaces are reserved for customers and may result in towing. 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Powhatan resident Michelle Langham will open The Purrfect Bean cat cafe at 214 Lombardy St. on Aug. 15 in the Fan—this venue serves locally sourced beverages and vegan treats on the ground floor while hosting foster cats available for adoption through Purring Hearts VA with an $18 cover fee for online registration. Richmond Magazine
- ➤ Conner Parrish, founder of Bloomistry, explained how his firm builds regenerative gardens with natural soil treatments and custom designs—using ancient techniques to help plants feed themselves. The small company offers garden installations and education to help customers create self-sustaining spaces. Richmond Times-Dispatch
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richmond police reported that more than 40 thefts were committed from unlocked construction workers’ vehicles during daylight hours—thieves took advantage of door handle tugs and workers were advised to note suspect details without confronting them. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia’s Department of Social Services shared SNAP applicants' personal details with the federal government after USDA requested names, birth dates and addresses, affecting nearly 800,000 recipients in about 400,000 households. An attorney said this data sharing raises concerns that the information could be used for other purposes—issues some lawmakers have also questioned. VPM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Off-duty Petersburg firefighter Captain Cody Edlin saved a woman at a Henrico County park by using his son's EpiPen when she suffered a severe allergic reaction and her friends panicked—he acted swiftly before emergency responders arrived. 6 News
- ➤ Dental hygienist Carrie Haasch at Virginia Family Dentistry is booked over a year in advance, underscoring a state shortage where only 135 students graduate each year while nearly 1,000 are needed — dentists now have up to 12-month waits between visits and less local dental hygiene training available. Richmond Times-Dispatch
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local boardwalk eateries offer summer treats like a $10 chili dog with fries made from in-house wagyu beef at The Mayor and a funnel cake topped with strawberries, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream at The Treat Shop. Visitors can also enjoy Italian ice, spiced popcorn and carne asada fries from other local spots – providing a taste of vacation vibes close to home. Richmond Magazine
SHOP NEWS
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Carytown Watermelon Festival
6 AM – 8 PM — The Byrd Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate the 42nd year of Richmond's largest one-day festival with music, food, and fun for the whole family.
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Ukulele One-Day Jam
10 AM – 12 PM — Stonebridge Recreation Center — Basic chord knowledge required — Enjoy impromptu jam sessions with Aaron Lewis and learn new songs.
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Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Tin Pan — Tickets available — Experience the future of bluegrass as Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road blend innovation and tradition.
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The Word Alive Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Canal Club — Ticket pricing TBA — Experience the explosive performances and raw lyrics of Fort Collins' musical talent.
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Virginia is for Racing Lovers 150
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Richmond Raceway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of NASCAR’s oldest series at Richmond Raceway.
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Mary Chapin Carpenter with Brandy Clark
7:00-8:30 PM — The National — Ticket prices vary — Experience live music from Grammy-winning artists with a country twist.
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2025 Richmond Summer NASCAR Weekend - Saturday
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Richmond Raceway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of the Cook Out 400 race under the summer night sky.
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Figure Drawing Open Session
1-4 p.m. — Art Works Inc — Donation-based — Unleash your creativity with live models in a welcoming art community.
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Archery - Star Shooters New Archer Intro
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Rockwood Nature Center — Equipment included — Learn target archery techniques and participate in friendly competition while earning rank patches.
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Paws & Protectors
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Deep Run Park & Recreation Center — Free entry — Celebrate rescue pups with real-life heroes from fire and police departments.
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