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It’s Friday, Richmond! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: New safeguards for organ donors, a chili cookoff and bracket party, and Peppa Pig: My First Concert + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Building resilient response teams: The Salvation Army of Kentucky and Tennessee will host spring disaster training summits in Richmond, Knoxville, Nashville, and Henderson. Sessions aim to boost response capacity and are open to volunteers — see how to get involved.
Data-driven city rankings unveiled: Houzeo released its 2026 list of Kentucky’s most livable cities on February 17. Lexington tops the rankings, and Richmond made the cut, judged on affordability, livability, and economic strength — see the full list and methodology.
New safeguards for organ donors: Kentucky lawmakers introduced House Bill 510 after a donor was found alive on an operating table, which would require organ donation procedures to pause if signs of life are detected — learn what the bill requires.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fresh local art fix: Haven’t visited Gallery On Main lately? Expect rotating exhibits, one-of-a-kind works by regional artists, and the occasional community reception that feels like a neighborly hang. A relaxed spot to browse and bring home something that genuinely sparks joy.
Backyard upgrade, anyone? If your patio feels blah, Clark Construction LLC designs and builds custom decks and outdoor spaces that fit your home and weekend routine. From plans to permits, they handle the details while you grill, lounge, and casually impress the neighbors.
Seafood, but make it fun: When a sushi craving hits, Brady’s Sushi and Hibachi delivers fresh rolls, sizzling hibachi, and legit poke with Japanese and Hawaiian vibes. Perfect for weeknights when you want unfussy, tasty, happily local fare that satisfies.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
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Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌶 Chili Cookoff & NCAA Bracket Party @ PBT Bancorp | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Bring your best chili and a bracket that will definitely bust by Day 2 to PBT Bancorp’s cookoff and NCAA shindig in Richmond. Taste, judge, and talk a little trash, $25 to enter a pot, and proceeds support Redeeming Hope’s work with local girls.
🐟 Fish Fry 2026 @ St. Mark Catholic School | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – St. Mark is serving a proper fish fry with Weisenberger-battered cod, hush puppies, crinkle fries, coleslaw, dessert, and a drink, for six Fridays. Adults eat for $12, kids $6, and the fish-averse can relive cafeteria glory with old-school rectangular cheese pizza.
🎲 Charity Bunco Night @ Madison County Kentucky Fairgrounds | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Fairgrounds fun that doesn’t involve livestock, just dice, prizes, and refreshments. Co-ed, no experience needed, and your entry helps Preserve Madison County fund local projects, so shouting Bunco counts as philanthropy. Grab a seat or snag a whole table, then let the good times roll.
🏷 Yard Sale @ LIFEChurch | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Ready to hunt for treasures you didn’t know you needed? The annual yard sale is back, rain or shine, funding kids’ trip to KidFest, with a bit of everything, from vintage finds to that third crockpot. Bring small bills, big hearts, and your haggle game.
🥕 Berea Farmers Market @ Berea Farmers Market | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – On winter Saturdays, Berea’s farmers market keeps you stocked with frost-sweet greens, crusty bread, and eggs that actually taste like eggs. Swing by 207 N. Broadway, trade small talk with growers, and call it errands, community, and a perfectly respectable excuse to skip Kroger.
🥂 10 Years of LiKEN Fundraiser Gala @ Chenault Vineyards | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’ve followed LiKEN since their scrappy early days or you just like a good excuse to dress up, this 10th-anniversary gala at Chenault Vineyards in Richmond delivers. Expect Ben Sollee live, pours, bites, and the smug glow of backing LiKEN’s work, locally and beyond.
🥎 EKU Softball vs Austin Peay @ Gertrude Hood Field | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – EKU Softball hosts Austin Peay for Luck of the Colonels, with a beer stein glass giveaway and a Lucky Seat giveaway. Come for the crack of the bat, stay for the chance to upgrade your glassware. Wear maroon, cheer loudly, call it cardio.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Richmond report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 13 to 28 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 36. West wind 2 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. East wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.
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