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City
A closer look at VMFA’s $261M expansion
With new project renderings, Richmonders can better understand what VMFA’s upcoming expansion will look like.
January 21, 2026 04:49 PM
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Elise Steele
A sunset shot of City Center over Leigh Street with the Coliseum in the foreground.
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
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
A VCU Health building and parking lot in Richmond, VA
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
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
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
Two farmers work in a vertical farm plant.
Development
Plenty bringing largest vertical farm campus in the world to Richmond, VA
Plenty Richmond Farm Campus is set to open in winter 2023/2024 growing Driscoll’s strawberries out of Chesterfield.
September 14, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
RVA Diamond Partners chosen for Diamond District development project
The Thalhimer-based firm was chosen by the city after nearly a year of deliberations.
September 13, 2022
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Katie Potter
The Richmond skyline as seen from the James River
Government
Three proposed zoning changes in Richmond, VA
The city is looking to revise short-term rental regulations, eliminate parking space minimums, and permit accessory dwelling units.
August 17, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer returns to Richmond
It’s the Duke’s Mayo collab of the summer, featuring hundreds of restaurants across seven cities competing for the Golden Tomato Award.
July 15, 2025
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Sink your teeth into VCU’s future School of Dentistry
Bite down on the details of VCU’s $5.2 million School of Dentistry, slated for construction in 2027.
July 10, 2025
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Elise Steele
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History
Remembering Richmond’s hottest day on record
City’s hottest day on record was Aug. 6, 1918, when RVA hit 107°.
July 9, 2025
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Elise Steele
A welcome mat in an oval shape; Five stripes -- blue, dark green, light green, pink, and red -- outline the mat; An assortment of cut, blooming flowers arranged in a rainbow-colored arch on the top half of the mat.
Culture
Get your garden on with these local plant shops
Test out your green thumb with Richmond’s plant shops and garden centers.
July 8, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
The best hot dogs you can only get in Richmond
We asked you where to find the best frank in the city.
July 3, 2025
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Firework displays and rules in Richmond, VA
Before celebrating Independence Day, know the rules + where to catch local displays around town.
July 1, 2025
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Staff
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Rent a private pool around Richmond
Take time for a refreshing getaway, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying some solo relaxation.
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