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Development
Brown’s Island $30 million makeover: reader suggestions vs. reality
We compare your 2024 Brown’s Island improvement suggestions to this year’s $30 million approved project plans.
August 28, 2025 03:10 PM
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Elise Steele
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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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See how the City of Richmond is allocating $17 million in surplus revenue
City Council approved the Mayor Levar Stoney’s plans to send funds towards the police, DPW, local groups, and more
December 15, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
CRLC receives funds to support purchase of Mayo Island
The City of Richmond has eyed the conversion of the island into public open space for nearly 40 years.
December 13, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Government
What you need to know about the City Center Innovation District Request for Interest
The city is looking for a development team to reinvigorate the downtown area.
November 9, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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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
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Government
VCU and VCU Health embark on Quest 2028
The new strategic plan unites the university and health system with shared community goals
October 27, 2022
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Katie Potter
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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
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Development
Your guide to understanding development news in Richmond, VA
Become a development terminology expert fast than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
October 14, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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
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February 24, 2025
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Virginia’s Department of General Services proposed a $400+ million build as it seeks a new location that fits its needs.
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Henrico County Humane Society is taking over Richmond Raceway with an annual day of fun for pets featuring 70+ vendors.
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