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Robin Schwartzkopf

Senior City Editor

Robin is a born-and-raised Richmonder who has contributed to publications including RVA Magazine, The Cavalier Daily, and C-VILLE Weekly. She helped launch RICtoday in July 2021 and enjoys exploring James River trails in her free time.

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City
Richmond is rewriting its zoning ordinance. What does this mean?
Richmonders are invited to apply to join the Zoning Advisory Council to provide input to the planning commission.
March 1, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Kickers will appear on national television in July game against Forward Madison
The Henny Derby rivalry match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network
February 29, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Chesterfield announces inaugural Restaurant Week and Outdoor Festival
The two initiatives were announced in tandem with the new Experience Chesterfield tourism website.
February 27, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Erin Goins with Bites of the Bluegrass Tour leading a group.
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Lexington
Explore the Horse Capital of the World through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
February 27, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Go nuts at these themed Flying Squirrels games
Here are our picks for can’t-miss giveaways, happy hours, and specialty nights at the Diamond this season.
February 23, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Your guide to Virginia’s year-long commemoration of the American Revolution
Check this page month to month as we feature the Richmond-area events taking place as part of VAR250
February 21, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Your guide to Richmond theater — plus, what’s playing this season
Check out need-to-know info to see theatrical productions around the River City
February 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
See who’s playing Brown’s Island for Friday Cheers 2024
The summer outdoor concert series will return in May
February 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Meet Richmond’s sister cities
From our English namesake to cities in Japan, Namibia, and Poland, these are the cities Richmond shares long-term cultural partnerships with.
February 19, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Help name Maymont’s new otter
Support the Adopt an Animal program to submit a suggestion for the new addition at The Robins Nature Center.
February 19, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A wheelchair basketball player lines up for a shot while three opposing players defend.
Sports
Live selection show will determine Wheelchair Basketball National Championships brackets
The live event will take place in advance of the 100-team NWBA competition in Richmond in April
February 15, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
The exterior of the Institute of Contemporary Art, looking down West Broad Street.
Culture
New exhibits open at the ICA for spring
Get a sneak peek at the spring season and a special event on Friday
February 15, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A vintage postcard shows Broad Street in the early 20th century.
Business
The oldest family-owned businesses in Richmond
These five businesses have kept things in the family for over a century
February 14, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A google earth screenshot of I-95 in Richmond. Arrows point to four of the bridges being rehabilitated — 1st, 4th, 5th, and 7th Street bridges.
City
Watch out for changing traffic patterns on 7th Street
VDOT enters final stage of I-95 bridge rehabilitation project for 7th Street Bridge this month
February 13, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Explore an interactive map of Central VA transportation projects
Find out what transportation projects the CVTA will consider for funding and share your thoughts during the public comment period.
February 9, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Meet the street artist behind Richmond’s yarn love bombs
February 9, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A watercolor sketch of Shockoe Slip with several storefronts and cobblestone streets. There are people milling about the street in the abstract.
City
Share your thoughts on the Cultural Heritage Stewardship Plan
The city wants to establish a comprehensive way to evaluate historic and cultural resources in our community — check out the project outline and see how you can contribute
February 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
A guide to Richmond’s pizza scene
Here’s where to grab a slice at 25+ pizza restaurants around the River City
February 7, 2024
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Events
6 makers markets to shop for your Valentine
Several pop-up markets and shopping events are taking place the weekend before Valentine’s Day so you can find local treasures for all your loved ones
February 5, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Fall Line Vision Plan shows possibilities for upcoming trail
The 43-mile multi-use trail will run from Petersburg to Ashland with natural attractions, amenities, public art, and development opportunities
February 5, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Work
Made in Richmond: 50+ things created in the River City
From bloody mary mix to hand-painted furniture, check out these products made right here in Richmond.
February 1, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
RVA Community Makers installation will honor Black leaders
The art project, led by Hamilton Glass and presented by the VMFA, is in its sixth year.
February 1, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Henrico reopens oldest neighborhood park after $2.1 million renovation
Cheswick Park has a new playground, improved facilities, upgraded trails, and an open fitness area.
January 31, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Remote work spots to make Richmond your office
From coffee shops to coworking spaces to libraries, here’s where you can set yourself up for work success.
January 29, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Events
City announces series of events to honor Black History Month
Road to Richmond: The Rebirth will feature series of public events to honor Black residents and build community
January 26, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
PlanRVA gets $1 million for pollution reduction efforts
The regional organization received the grant from the Environmental Protection Agency and is asking Richmonders how they want to reduce emissions
January 26, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A group of people sit and pedal on a large motorized bike car — heading towards San Pedro Square Market.
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of San Jose
Explore the great 408 through its history, drink, and art on these tours.
January 25, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
The shelves at Belmont Library, lined with books
Culture
10 things to check out at the library (besides books)
Getting a library card doesn’t just guarantee you access to a bunch of great books — you can also use RPL to self-publish, search your family tree, and get gardening tips.
January 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
“Sculpting History” exhibit opens at The Valentine
The museum’s reopened sculpture studio recontextualizes the work of Edward Valentine, prolific artist and supporter of the Lost Cause myth
January 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Look inside the superintendent’s proposed budget for RPS
The RPS budget proposal will now need approval from the School Board before being sent to the Mayor
January 22, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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