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Sunrise 6:01 a.m. | Sunset 8:29 p.m.

 
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Prime Day deals for every room in the house
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Deals this good mean it’s time for a home upgrade.  |  Graphic by 6AM City
It’s Amazon Prime Day. Lean in to some of the year’s best markdowns and grab the latest smart tech + essentials for your home.

Living Room

Ring indoor cam, $59.99 $29.99 | Get 50% off the latest generation Ring camera.

Shark AI robot vacuum, $599.00 $299.99 | A powerful, self-emptying robot vacuum.

Samsung The Frame TV, $1,645.98 $997.99 | A TV disguised as a picture frame.

Fleece blanket, $15.99 $12.79 | Get cozy in soft fleece.

Kitchen

Nugget ice maker, $214.99 $169.99 | Make up to 33 lbs of nugget ice a day.

Ninja Barista system, $249.99 $189.99 | Make coffee, espresso, and steamed milk with one machine.

SodaStream sparkling water maker, $223.28 $149.99 | The ultimate carbonated water maker.

Pyrex glass food storage containers, $41.24 $39.99 | A set of 24 dishwasher + microwave safe glass containers.

Bedroom

Conway Airmega air purifier, $229.99 $149.95 | A highly-rated air filter that traps pollen and odors.

Mushroom lamp, $34.99 $27.54 | Choose your favorite color of this bedside glass lamp.

Bathroom

Filtered shower head, $39.99 $23.99 | The best shower head for filtering out hard water.

5-pack inside shower shelves, $69.99 $19.98 | Create instant storage in your shower.

Home Office

Smart power strip, $79.99 $39.99 | Set schedules, monitor energy, and power down electronics remotely.

Two-pack USB C iPhone chargers, $49.99 $8.99 | Charge Apple devices three times faster.

Portable air conditioner, $329.99 $315.00 | Spoil yourself with cool air.

Garage

Blink outdoor camera 3-pack, $259.99 $99.99 | Get 62% off wireless smart security cameras.

Car vacuum cleaner, $129.99 $25.99 | This No. 1 bestseller in vacuums is perfect for cars.

Note: Deals are subject to change.
 
 
Events
 
Tuesday, July 16
  • Grand Opening Celebration | Tuesday, July 16 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Taylor Farm Park, 200 Whiteside Rd., Sandston | Free | Get a first look at Henrico’s newest park at this ribbon cutting ceremony and dedication.
  • Common Ground Virginia History Book Group | Tuesday, July 16 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St., Richmond | Free | This month, the Library of VA group will discuss “Indigenous DC” by Elizabeth Rule.
Wednesday, July 17
  • “The Little Mermaid” Sing-Along | Wednesday, July 17 | 10 a.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $5 | Get ready to be part of this animated world when the Byrd shows the Disney film on the big screen.
Thursday, July 18
Friday, July 19
  • By Poe’s Pen Young Writers Workshop | Friday, July 19 | 1-3:30 p.m. | The Poe Museum, 1914-16 E. Main St., Richmond | $60-$70 | Register ahead for the final installment of this Richmond Young Writers workshop ideal for ages 15-18.
Saturday, July 20
  • Väsen Ski Lodge | Saturday, July 20 | 12-10 p.m. | Väsen Brewing Company, 3331 W. Moore St., Richmond | Cost of purchase | Watch the brewery transform into Vasenridge, an après-ski retreat with live music, a vendor market, and a photo booth.
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Wellness
 
Can’t get out of bed?
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If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Blanchard’s or taking a stroll in Maymont still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.

While Richmond has many excellent, local mental health counselors, therapists, and resources, if you’re looking for a therapy option completely online — available in as little as 24 hours, and at a 25% off discount — BetterHelp can, well, help.

Get custom-matched with one of their 30,000+ licensed therapists.
 
News Notes
 
Development
  • Planning continues for the overhaul of Capitol Square. Most recently, the State Board voted to demolish the West Tower of the Pocahontas Building complex. The 12-story tower at on East Main Street was built in the 1920s. (Richmond BizSense)
Region
  • Dominion plans to build a small modular nuclear reactor in Louisa County. The atomic addition to the North Anna Power Station would be the first of its kind in the US. Currently, about a third of Virginia’s electricity comes from the two existing reactors there. (VPM)
Sports
  • St. Christopher’s grad and former UVA shortstop Griff O’Ferrall was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday night. O’Ferrall was the 32nd overall pick in the draft’s first round, making him the second first-round MLB Draft selection from the Hoos in two years. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Richmonder
  • Dinella Ashby, a Richmond resident for over eight decades, turned 100 last week. Ashby moved to the River City in 1942 at the age of 17 — read the story of her life and her account of Richmond’s last 80 years. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Outdoors
  • Has our hiking guide got you ready to lace up and hit the trails? Make sure you’re prepared for the heat — watch this video from Richmond Parks and Recreation with three tips for summer hiking in the River City.
Try This
  • Being in the newsletter biz, we read a lot of emails. One we especially enjoy: The Daily Upside. It’s all about the latest stock market news, with no bull, so you can be smarter about your investments. Give it a try (for free).*
Finance
  • Have outstanding credit card debt? A new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Credit card experts identified this top credit card for anyone looking to pay down debt. (Plus, earn up to 20,000 miles after spending $500 in three months.)*
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🚲 What are your Richmond cycling tips?
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Biking can be a great way to get around the River City, whether or not you’re a committed cyclist.  |  Photo by @padraig_ian
It’s no secret that Richmond has plenty of cyclists. The city is a haven for mountain bikers, city speedsters, and casual bike riders alike. But for less experienced bicyclists, ditching your Subaru for a Schwinn can be a bit intimidating.

While the city is making an effort to improve protected bike infrastructure around Richmond, experts agree that bike accessibility has a lot of room to improve. In fact, a recent breakdown of Virginia’s best cities for biking, the River City only ranked No. 31 in the state.

While infrastructure continues to catch up, we want your input. If you travel Richmond via bike, what do you do to get around safely and efficiently? We want your favorite streets, what local shop you’re hitting up for repairs — all your be-spoke intel on cycling around the city.
 
The Buy
 
A Blackstone flat top gas griddle that’s $55 off for Prime Day. Ditch the grill grates and whip up meals like eggs, pancakes, and smash burgers for the whole family using this outdoor griddle’s 28-inch flat cooking top.
 
 
The Wrap
 
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I’m back, y’all. I had a wonderful time with my family at Carolina Beach last week, but I have to say — I feel much more at home near the river than the ocean. Besides, all apologies to Wilmington, but the coffee is way, way better in Richmond.
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