Virginia
When does school start for some Central Virginia students?
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — When is the first day of school for some Central Virginia students heading into the 2024-25 academic year?
School is just around the corner for some students in Central Virginia. 8News has compiled a list of dates for when students are expected to attend their first day of school.
Richmond Public Schools
According to Richmond Public Schools’ calendar, the first day of school for RPS 200 students will take place on Monday, July 22, with all other schools to start on Monday, Aug. 19.
Chesterfield County Public Schools
According to Chesterfield County Public Schools’ calendar, students in first through fifth grades at Bellwood Elementary will start school on Monday, July 22.
Prekindergarten and kindergarten students at Bellwood Elementary will start school on different days based on the letters of their last name. The following is the schedule for these students:
- Students with last names that start with A-L will attend school on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23
- Students with last names that start with M-Z will attend school Wednesday, July 24 and Thursday, July 25
- All prekindergarten and kindergarten students will attend school daily starting Friday, July 26
The first day of school for all other Chesterfield County Public Schools students in prekindergarten through 5th grades will be Monday, Aug. 19, according to the school district’s calendar.
All prekindergarten and kindergarten students will attend school during the first week, however, there will be a staggered schedule for students.
According to Chesterfield Schools, some prekindergarten and kindergarten students will attend school on Monday, Aug. 19 and Tuesday, Aug. 20, whereas others will attend on Wednesday, Aug. 21 and Thursday, Aug. 22, with schools to assign students to specific days.
Chesterfield Schools said the staggered schedule will allow students to become more familiar with their new surroundings in a smaller classroom setting. All prekindergarten and kindergarten students will report to school daily starting on Friday, Aug. 23.
The first day of school for sixth and ninth-grade students will take place on Monday, Aug. 19, with all other middle and high school students in seventh, eighth, 10th, 11th and 12th grades to start school on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Henrico County Public Schools
According to Henrico County Public Schools’ calendar, students will attend their first day of school on Monday, Aug. 19.
Hanover County Public Schools
Kindergarten, first, sixth and ninth grade students of Hanover County Public Schools will begin school on Monday, Aug. 19, with all other students to attend school on Tuesday, Aug. 20, according to the school district’s calendar.
Petersburg City Public Schools
The first day of school for Petersburg City Public Schools students will take place on Monday, Aug. 19, according to the school district’s calendar.
Hopewell City Public Schools
According to the school district’s calendar, the first day of school for Hopewell City Public Schools students will take place on Monday, July 29.
Colonial Heights Public Schools
The first day of school for Colonial Heights Public Schools students will take place on Monday, Aug. 19, according to the school district’s calendar.
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Zoo will host its annual Bike Night on Friday, May 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in celebration of National Bike Month. This all-ages event offers guests the opportunity to explore 53 acres of the Virginia Zoo’s beautifully landscaped grounds on designated paths.
This is just one of many events planned throughout the City of Norfolk for National Bike Month.
Animal exhibit trails and the Goat Yard will remain open after-hours, until 7:30 p.m. This unique experience allows visitors to observe animal behaviors after regular operating hours.
Local vendors will also be on hand to assist with bike repairs or accessories.
Guests can meet Animal Ambassadors for a Zoo Tales story reading at the ZooLive! Stage at 6 p.m. The evening also features an energizing DJ dance party. The Zoo’s young professionals group, GenZoo, will help attendees craft decorations for their helmets. Local businesses like Slow & Steady Bikes and Goods and East Coast Bicycles will offer bike accessories. Community organizations such as Elizabeth River Trail, Visit Norfolk, Spinclusion and Bike Norfolk are also scheduled to attend.
Member tickets for Bike Night cost $8. Non-member adult tickets are $18, and non-member child tickets are $13. Children under two receive free entry, but a reserved “under two” ticket is still required.
The event is likely to sell out, so if you are interested in attending, it’s best to act fast. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at virginiazoo.org/event/bike-night/.
Bike Night will take place rain or shine.
Rules and Safety
- No Electric Bicycles Permitted (Unless Hybrids with Motors Removed)
- No skateboards, roller skates, or longboards
- Helmets must be worn by all attendees under the age of 18.
- Bikes must be walked on animal trails — no riding.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 3, 2026, results for each game:
Pick 3
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 4-2-3, FB: 0
Day: 9-4-1, FB: 4
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 1-4-3-3, FB: 1
Day: 3-0-3-5, FB: 7
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 7-7-5-7-8, FB: 3
Day: 4-1-9-5-8, FB: 1
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash Pop
Drawing times: Coffee Break 9 a.m.; Lunch Break 12 p.m.; Rush Hour 5 p.m.; Prime Time 9 p.m.; After Hours 11:59 p.m.
Coffee Break: 05
After Hours: 09
Prime Time: 13
Rush Hour: 12
Lunch Break: 15
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash 5
Drawing every day at 11 p.m.
03-05-09-19-44
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Millionaire for Life
Drawing everyday at 11:15 p.m.
05-08-15-32-51, Bonus: 03
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Roanoke (Va.) North Cross School receiver Demarcus Brown tells Rivals he has flipped his commitment from Virginia to Virginia Tech.
The 6-foot-3, 190-pound Brown becomes commit No. 10 for head coach James Franklin and the Hokies in the 2027 class.
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Brown is one of the most prolific players in the state, turning 53 receptions into 1,112 yards and 14 touchdowns as a junior with over 60 tackles six interceptions and two forced fumbles when playing defense.
Future position coach Fontel Mines was the lead recruiter for Brown who had been a verbal to Virginia since December. Once Franklin and the new staff landed at Virginia Tech they quickly prioritized Brown.
Now they have him in the fold.
Rivals ranks Brown as the nation’s No. 49 receiver and No. 10 prospect overall in the state of Virginia.
This Hokies class has some dynamic playmaking ability with Brown joining fellow receiver Anthony Roberts, along with running backs Kelvin Morrison and Stanley Smart as part of the fold.
Virginia Tech is in the mix for a Top25 class this cycle. Browns adds to a haul that Rivals previously ranked No. 31.
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