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Richmond, United States · RichmondHENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The Henrico County Division of Fire ignited a spark in the next generation of first responders today, launching its inaugural all-girls "Girls on Fire" camp. 50 girls are participating in the two-day camp at the Henrico County Division of Fire's drill facility this Friday and Saturday. "I'm saying, boys, get out of the way, it's girl time. And I love it," said camper Lydia Mcaviney. Henrico Fire Lieutenant of Recru…See the Story
Henrico Fire Division hosts inaugural 'Girls on Fire' camp
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Evacuations · RichmondCHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Several businesses in Chesterfield County have reopened after a gas leak, which is believed to have been triggered by nearby construction, caused an evacuation of the area Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday near the intersection of Genito Road and Stigall Way. At around 6 p.m., it was determined that the area was safe. Antonio Volo, an employee at Anna’s Pizza nearby, describ…See the Story
Chesterfield businesses reopen after gas leak causes evacuation
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Richmond, United States · RichmondCHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Girls For A Change hosted its Camp Diva Leadership Annual Market Day on Friday. On Friday, July 26, from noon to 4 p.m., Camp Diva Leadership hosted an Annual Market Day in Chesterfield. Girl For A Change (Courtesy of 8News Paul Nevadomski) Girl For A Change (Courtesy of 8News Paul Nevadomski) Girl For A Change (Courtesy of 8News Paul Nevadomski) Girl For A Change (Courtesy of 8News Paul Nevadomski) According…See the Story
Girls For A Change hosts its Camp Diva Leadership Annual Market Day
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Richmond, United States · RichmondRICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Rhythm On The River is making a comeback for its 4th annual event-filled weekend in Richmond. The Rhythm On The River '24 Weekend will kick off on Friday, Aug. 2, and will continue on through Sunday, Aug. 4 in multiple locations in the Greater Richmond area. According to a spokesperson with Sol Skool Entertainment, those attending can expect an artistic festival curated by independent artists in Central Virginia. The we…See the Story
Rhythm On The River returns for its 4th annual weekend
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Richmond, United States · RichmondRICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The family of a Richmond teenager who was shot and killed in his home just 48 hours before his high school graduation is speaking out. Richmond Police officers were called to the 1600 block of Edwards Avenue on Wednesday, May 22 for a reported shooting and found 18-year-old Tyshawn White dead at the scene. According to police, a relative of the victim directed them to White, who was down and unresponsive inside of the h…See the Story
Mother of 18-year-old Richmond shooting victim speaks out
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Henrico · HenricoHENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A woman has been indicted on a felony charge in connection to the escape of Naseem Roulack, a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate, from Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital in Henrico County in 2023. According to VADOC, Sasha Castillo of Washington, D.C. was indicted on the felony charge of aiding the escape of a prisoner by a grand jury on Monday, July 1. A start date for her trial has not yet been set. Na…See the Story
Woman charged in connection to Naseem Roulack's escape from Henrico hospital
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Richmond, United States · RichmondRICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) –- There are four owl species that are frequently found in Virginia. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has reported the four most common owls that people can find in Virginia. Eastern Screech Owl
An eastern Screech Owl emerges to a perch to await final nightfall to begin its hunting (Getty Images) This owl is one of the most common owl species that inhabits Virginia. The Eastern Screech Owl is an expert in camo…See the Story
Native owl species in Virginia
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Richmond, United States · RichmondRICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) – New data from the Virginia Department of Taxation shows that, during tax year 2023, 1,905 Virginians took advantage of a new tax credit designed to help offset the cost of life-saving gun storage devices like gun safes, gun locks and more. “Easy access to firearms facilitates injury and death in those impulsive moments. In those moments of reaction without thought,” Lori Haas with the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence …See the Story
1,900 Virginians take advantage of tax credit to encourage safe firearm storage
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