Thursday, October 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A community initiative leveraging craft and creativity has successfully raised funds for a cancer center. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Seniors at Hermitage Richmond participated in a trunk-or-treat event, enjoying Halloween festivities and reliving cherished memories. 6 News
- ➤ Richmond residents participated in an early planning stage by submitting their ideas for the new Mayo Island Park, highlighting community engagement in its development. 12 On Your Side
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The '90s animated series 'Doug' was inspired by creator Jim Jinkins' childhood in Richmond, drawing elements from his experiences and local culture. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ The Virginia Holocaust Museum introduces 'Dimensions in Testimony,' a new exhibit utilizing AI technology to share Holocaust survivors' stories, featuring Richmond survivor Halina Zimm. Richmond Times-Dispatch
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Shake Shack is set to open its third Richmond-area location at West Village in Short Pump. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ College student Anirudh Mepperla and Professor Kirk Richardson launch Project Z, introducing nap pods on campus to enhance student wellness at VCU. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond's mayoral and City Council race sees financial report discrepancies, with Michelle Mosby's campaign amending an initial oversight and other candidates facing various reporting issues. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jonah, overcoming a rare genetic condition with assistance from experts at the Children's Hospital of Richmond, is the 2025 Children's Miracle Network ambassador, promoting a weekend fundraiser to support the hospital through gaming. 6 News
- ➤ A bill introduced in Virginia aims to eliminate cost-sharing for diagnostic breast cancer screenings to alleviate the financial burden and improve early detection. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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