SUMMARY: A new street has been named in honor of Jon Lugbill, the founder and executive director of Sports Backers in Henrico. The commemorative street naming recognizes his years of service and leadership with the organization. “Jon Lugbill Drive” is now located outside the organization’s headquarters as he prepares to retire. Despite lingering puddles from recent rain, the morning commute remained smooth. The ceremony celebrating Lugbill marks a meaningful gesture of appreciation for his contributions to the local sports community and his lasting legacy in promoting active lifestyles throughout the region. Candace and Sarah reported from the scene.

Sports Backers honored its founder and executive director with a commemorative street naming.

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SUMMARY: A flood watch remains in effect through tonight for much of the area, with potential for torrential downpours, especially north and west of Richmond. Storms today may produce rainfall rates up to 2–3 inches per hour and gusts near 40 mph. Scattered storms are likely mid-to-late afternoon and into the evening. Sunday, Father’s Day, will be muggy with highs near 80 in Richmond, cooler to the north and east. A marginal risk of strong storms exists south of I-64. Rain chances ease midweek as temps rise to the 90s. A front Thursday brings brief relief before heat returns next weekend.

We’re tracking more scattered storms for Saturday. Showers and storms will increase from mid-afternoon into the evening. Due to the muggy air, torrential downpours will occur, and localized flooding is possible. Some spots could pick up multiple inches of rainfall. A few storms could have some gusts in excess of 40 mph.

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SUMMARY: Several area high schools competed in state semifinals across baseball, softball, and soccer. In Class 5 baseball, Cox edged Independence 2-1 with MJ Lemke closing the game, advancing to face Ocean Lakes in an all Beach District final. In softball, Great Bridge fell 1-0 to Mills Godwin despite strong pitching by Bailey Blevin. Gloucester, York, and Western Branch advanced to the finals. In boys’ Class 5 soccer, Hickory lost 2-0 to Lightridge, while Kellam beat Riverside to reach the finals. Northampton Boys and Kellam Girls won, but West Point Boys and Lafayette Girls were eliminated from title contention.

Several area high schools punched their ticket to the championship game that included the Cox Falcons baseball team.

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