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A small white AirFly device next to a passport, headphones, ear buds, and a plane ticket.
Airports and Transportation
Don’t board an airplane without this item
We’ve got a travel hack to make long flights more bearable — meet the Airfly wireless audio transmitter.
April 18, 2023 05:58 PM
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Sarah Leonhardt
A person adding air to the tire of a sedan.
Airports and Transportation
How to keep your car costs down in Richmond
Average yearly car costs hit a new high in 2022 — here’s how to invest smartly.
March 27, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Airports and Transportation
Public Works starts citywide traffic signal retiming project
Changes to signalized intersections will improve safety, air quality, and traffic flow
March 14, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Here’s a breakdown of Mayor Stoney’s budget proposal
The $3 billion budget focuses on money towards housing, education, services, and city employees
March 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Enroll in TSA PreCheck ahead of spring travel
Apply online and visit a local enrollment center ahead of spring and summer travel.
February 24, 2023
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Emily Shea
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Airports and Transportation
City lands $8 million for street safety improvements
Money from the Virginia Highway Safety Improvement Plan will go towards improvements for high-injury streets
February 23, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Broad Street facing east is seen from the middle of the street.
Government
Nearly $1 million granted to create safe streets in Richmond
Hello, new speed safety cameras.
February 10, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Development
Henrico County seeking feedback on future development
Share your thoughts as a resident of stakeholder through commenting on an interactive map or hosting a meeting-in-a-box.
January 31, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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History
The history of Richmond’s electric trolley system
The Richmond Union Passenger Railway was a global leader in electric transportation — but its been gone for 70+ years.
January 13, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A collage of a Pulse bus, the Diamond, a container of Meat Juice, compost bins, and the TV Tower.
Culture
5 Richmond-themed table topics this holiday season
Spread the holiday cheer by chatting with your family and friends about ongoing developments, future parks, and local history.
November 22, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Runners take off at the starting line of the Richmond Marathon.
Sports
Road closures and race watching spots for the Richmond Marathon
America’s Friendliest Marathon will kick off Saturday morning, and will impact traffic, parking, and bus routes for the rest of the day.
November 10, 2022
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Katie Potter
Broad Street facing east is seen from the middle of the street.
Airports and Transportation
GRTC orders study for North-South rapid bus line
A study to determine a North-South equivalent of the Pulse will include public engagement sessions.
November 7, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Fallen leaves line the streets of the Fan under parked cars.
City
It’s street sweeping season in Richmond
Street sweeping starts this week and lasts into April 2023. Here’s your need-to-know local info.
October 28, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A group of around 30 individuals sit in a room, some with raised hands. A person speaks into a microphone in front of the audience.
Development
City submits grant application for Reconnect Jackson Ward project
Get application details and what to expect if federal funding comes through.
October 26, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A street view of a partially-constructed building on Franklin Street near VCU.
Development
Let us answer your Richmond construction questions
If you’ve driven past high fences, work crews, and cranes and wondered what’s going on, don’t worry. Leave the investigating to us.
October 21, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Richmond International Airport
WORK
All you need to know about Richmond International Airport
RIC is covering RIC, from TSA lines and parking to details on the airport’s 27 nonstop flights.
October 13, 2022
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Katie Potter
A GRTC bus at a stop with a small shelter and bench.
Airports and Transportation
GRTC announces bus stop improvements plan in Richmond, VA
Currently, 5% of active local bus stops have a shelter and 21% have seating.
September 28, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A line of RVA Bike Share bikes are docked on Broad Street by the Science Museum.
Airports and Transportation
Micromobility options in Richmond, VA
Bikes, scooters, and skateboards are all considered forms of micromobility. Learn what Richmond’s future might look like and see how other cities take advantage of these resources.
September 1, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Charlottesville Trip
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Hit the Road: A foodie foray to Charlottesville
August 24, 2022
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Katie Potter
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PLAY
Hit the Road: A 30-mile getaway to Petersburg
July 20, 2022
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A scenic view over Shenandoah National Park
PLAY
Hit the Road: An outdoor adventure to Shenandoah National Park
June 17, 2022
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