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All you need to know about Richmond International Airport
To help make your entire process at RIC as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s flights.
August 29, 2025 12:20 PM
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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-Owen
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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
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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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City
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
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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
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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
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Travel and Outdoors
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Enjoy the beauty of the Richmond region from the comfort of a tent, cabin, or yurt.
October 27, 2025
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RICtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
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October 24, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
See the 2025 State of the James report
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October 23, 2025
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City
Share your advice for beginner bicyclists in Richmond
The more local intel shared, the better off beginner bicyclists will be while navigating Richmond.
October 20, 2025
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