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Richmond
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Forward Foundation will hold Forward Fest on Oct. 4 at Final Gravity Brewing Co. in Richmond to raise funds for working single-parent families—riders will check in at 7:45 a.m. for a 30- or 50-mile ride starting at 8:30 a.m., while non-riders can join a festival with live music, games, raffles, and food from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Richmond Folk Festival is returning this fall from Oct. 10 to Oct. 12 with free live music, dance, storytelling and craft displays — featuring more than 30 groups on six stages — that celebrate diverse American traditions. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ A new exhibition called A South Forty: Contemporary Architecture and Design in the American South is on view at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.—featuring work by Richmond firms ArchitectureFirm and Fultz & Singh Architects and projects from over 40 practices across the American South curated by Peter MacKeith of the Fay Jones School. It will run through 2026. Richmond Magazine
- ➤ The Richmond Folk Festival returns October 10-12—announcing 10 new artists to join a diverse lineup at the riverfront. The free event will draw about 200,000 visitors and feature six stages showcasing music, dance, crafts, storytelling, and food from many cultures. RVAHub
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU welcomed its Class of 2029 during a lively New Student Convocation at the Stuart C. Siegel Center on Monday. The new students then joined a Spirit Walk — marching down West Broad Street to a block party that boosted campus energy. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ University of Richmond’s Distant Viewing Lab received a $1 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to expand access to AI tools for analyzing art, film, and photography. The lab (co-founded by professors Taylor Arnold and Lauren Tilton) will offer workshops, develop educational resources, and host a conference over the next three years to support digital humanities research. RVAHub
- ➤ VCU is making crossing the street safer near campus by adding curb extensions and turn-hardening projects after a survey showed that 45% of people worry about pedestrian safety. Officials will use more traffic enforcement and social media campaigns—tools that help drivers and walkers stay alert. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Henrico County is cracking down on vape shops that sell flavored products to minors without proper ID checks. Officials said shops must meet new standards from the Attorney General's office or face fines—local authorities will consider additional penalties if rules are not followed. FOX Richmond
- ➤ Abigail Spanberger accepted a debate scheduled for Oct. 9 at Norfolk State University and on WAVY-TV — Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears had already agreed, setting the stage for a gubernatorial face-off in Virginia. 12 On Your Side
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Richmond Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair
8 AM – 4 PM — Greater Richmond Convention Center — Free entry — Discover essential resources and benefits tailored for veterans and their families.
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Pirate Party Family Night
6-8 p.m. — Ettrick Park — Free entry — Engage in games, crafts, and a treasure hunt dressed in your finest pirate attire.
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6th Annual Crabs, Beer & Spirits by the James
12-7 p.m. — Kanawha Plaza — Enjoy a day of delicious crabs, cold brews, and a tribute performance by Earth, Wind & Fire.
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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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Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Akron RubberDucks
1-4 p.m. — The Diamond — $10+ — Catch an exciting minor league baseball matchup as the Flying Squirrels take on the RubberDucks.
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Extended Day Drop-in
3-6 p.m. — St. Michael's Episcopal School — Free entry — Drop-in for a fun-filled afternoon your kid will never want to leave.
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Changes In Latitudes - Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Innsbrook Pavilion — Ticket info available — Experience the ultimate beach party with world-class musicians performing classic Jimmy Buffett hits.
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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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Muscadine Bloodline Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The National — $60 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Muscadine Bloodline in an exciting live performance.
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End of Summer Artisan Market
2-6 p.m. — Zorch Pizza Parlor — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly marketplace with local vendors and artisan finds as summer wraps up.
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