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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kroger has partnered with Flashfood today to offer discounted groceries at 16 Richmond stores and reduce food waste—meats, dairy, produce, and baked goods nearing their best-by dates are available. Shoppers pick up their items from designated zones inside each store. 6 News
- ➤ Richmond’s WorkBench RVA is a membership workshop where people build custom furniture; Dalton Rudd opened the studio in Scott’s Addition after a flood led him to carpentry and to a need for a hands-on space. The shop is open 24 hours and offers classes to learn woodworking skills — a simple alternative to mass-produced furniture. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ After 33 years serving award-winning barbecue, pitmaster Buz Grossberg is selling his iconic Buz and Ned's Real BBQ restaurant in Richmond—he plans to retire for fishing and seeks a buyer who will preserve the restaurant's quality tradition. 6 News
- ➤ A new service named Patch to Porch RVA brings locally sourced pumpkins to Richmond homes for fall décor. It offers packages from $300—$1,275 and was started by Rebecca Rabiger and Sara Lahmann after Rabiger lost her job. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo went on sale August 15 at 10 a.m. at the Altria Theater. The show will run from November 4—9 with ticket prices ranging from $53.10—$115.70. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares sued the VA—seeking full G.I. Bill benefits for veterans who received only partial support—and said the move is needed to ensure veterans get the education benefits they earned. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Richmond veteran who wants to use his GI benefits to further his education and become a chaplain — the decision confirms his right to pursue those benefits for his planned career. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Richmond pediatrician Dr. Morgan Cheatham advised parents to delay giving young children cell phones and to limit social media use to protect mental health as students return to school (she works at Chippenham and Johnston-Willis hospitals). She warned that early exposure to screens may increase stress and anxiety. 6 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Purrfect Bean, a new cat café at 214 N. Lombardy Street, opened on August 15, letting locals enjoy coffee, tea, and hot chocolate on the first floor before heading to the cat lounge with reservations. The café features adoptable cats from Richmond-based rescue Purring Hearts VA — offering a unique spot to relax and possibly find a pet. 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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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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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — Ticketed event — Enjoy live bluegrass with award-winning fiddler Bronwyn Keith-Hynes opening for the Garden Variety String Band.
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Chesterfield County Fair Opening Day
Time TBD — Chesterfield County Fairgrounds — Admission fees apply — Celebrate the opening of the annual fair with rides, games, and more fun activities.
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Tyler Meacham Live
8 PM – 2 AM — Brambly Park — Check event page for cost — Experience the enchanting sounds of Tyler Meacham, reflecting the essence of the human experience through indie-pop.
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Divine Nine Night
4-6 p.m. — Virginia Randolph Recreation Area — Free entry — Celebrate community unity with activities, food trucks, and showcases from the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities.
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Simple Plan Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an energetic performance from the multi-platinum Montreal-based band Simple Plan.
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Night of Neo-Soul featuring Angie Stone & More
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Tin Pan — $ — Experience the soulful hits performed by Mia Samone honoring Grammy Award winners Angie Stone, Goapele, India Arie, and Floetry.
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1st Annual Juke Joint Music Fest
4-8 p.m. — 1325 Hodges Rd, Richmond, VA — Free entry — Enjoy a foot-stompin', hand-clappin' good time at this lively music festival.
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