Daily
Richmond
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Roseshire gaming parlor opened yesterday at Staples Mill Shopping Center in Henrico County with a restaurant, live music and 175 historical horse racing terminals. Churchill Downs built the $35 million facility to create around 100 jobs amid local opposition to a voter referendum—its doors now open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight. 6 News
- ➤ Richmond's new minor league stadium CarMax Park will open in April while construction outside continues for more than 2 years. City leaders said the Diamond District mixed-use buildings will debut in 2028 and later — the plan includes affordable housing, office space, retail, and upgraded infrastructure. Richmond Times-Dispatch
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ VCU’s second annual Humanities Week will run from Oct. 20 to Oct. 24 and will feature lectures, workshops, and public tours that show how humanities education builds essential skills—such as critical thinking and communication. The Humanities Research Center in partnership with the College of Humanities and Sciences will host the events to help students and the community explore career opportunities. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ VCU professor Andrew Chesnut — a Catholicism scholar — was chosen as co-editor-in-chief of the second edition of the Encyclopedia of Latin American Religions, which will include over 400 entries and his own section on folk saints. He will work with co-editor Rodrigo Toniol and other colleagues from various countries, and the work will be published fall. Virginia Commonwealth University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Chesapeake Bay Program released a mapping project that showed Virginia lost nearly 50,000 acres of tree canopy to development between 2014 and 2021—data that links rapid forest loss to increased solar installations and expanding development. The new map helps local communities understand land changes over time and plan for conservation and restoration. Virginia Mercury
- ➤ Heavy rain on Saturday flooded Waverly and broke a daily rainfall record at Richmond International Airport—up to 6 inches of water flooded streets and yards with some areas nearly underwater. Town officials, including Mayor Angela McPhaul, said they will work with county officials to request a grant for fixing drainage issues. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Katie Buck, a third-year medical student at VCU, returned to the hospital where she lost her mom more than 10 years ago and now finds strength in helping patients understand their care—her past gives her lessons that she brings into each clinical rotation. Enrolled in a three-year program with plans to graduate this spring, Buck uses her memories to guide her compassionate approach to medicine. Virginia Commonwealth University
- ➤ Richmond firefighter Jonathan Clarke is suing 21 major chemical companies, claiming that PFAS in his turnout gear caused his leukemia diagnosis in 2022 after over 20 years on the job—his lawsuit names companies including 3M, Chemours, and Honeywell and is one among several cases linking contaminated gear to cancer. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ A grandmother at Goochland County’s Hallmark Youthcare said a lack of phone contact and staff bullying during her grandson’s treatment in 2024 left him feeling unsafe—state records show the center faced 28 human rights complaint inspections since the beginning of 2024, compared to six for another similar facility. 6 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The property known as Hadad’s Lake — a 36-acre former water park and longtime Varina swimming hole — sold this summer for just over $1 million as workers cleared gazebos and the rope swing from its drained pool. The large 5,400-square-foot banquet hall remains as construction continues to transform the site. 6 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Keira D'Amato, who set American records in the half and full marathons and finished 8th at the 2022 World Championships, signed copies of her new book "Don't Call It A Comeback" at Slack Tide Fish Co. in Scott's Addition this past weekend. She will train for the upcoming World Championships and still calls Pocahontas Park her favorite training spot—marking the place where she started her renewed running journey. 6 News
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An Evening With Goose
6:29-9 p.m. — Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blending sound of Goose in a lively live performance.
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An Evening With Goose
7-9 p.m. — Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront — Cost not specified — Experience the genre-blending sounds of rock band Goose in a lively live performance.
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6th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride & Forward Fest
8:30 a.m. — Final Gravity Brewing Co. — Registration fee applies — Celebrate cycling culture with rides, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
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Figure Drawing Open Session
1-4 p.m. — Art Works Inc — Pay What You Will — Enjoy a creative figure drawing session while supporting local arts in a welcoming environment.
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Aaron Lee Tasjan Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Tin Pan — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a decade of storytelling and music with Grammy-nominated Aaron Lee Tasjan on his 10th anniversary solo tour.
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Peach Pit Concert
7-9 p.m. — The National — Ticket prices vary — Indie-pop band Peach Pit brings laid-back vibes and catchy melodies on their Fall Quest Tour.
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Richmond Folk Festival 2025
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Brown's Island — Free entry — Celebrate diverse American culture through music, dance, crafts, and food at this vibrant three-day festival.
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RVA Music Fest 2025
12-8 p.m. — Dogwood Dell Amphitheater — Free admission — Celebrate community and music while supporting local schools with a day of clean performances and uplifting vibes.
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