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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
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Travel and Outdoors
CNN names Richmond no. 1 US town to visit
Richmond takes top spot in the inaugural ranking
June 25, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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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.
June 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Business
Condair announces $57 million production facility in Chesterfield
The evaporative technologies manufacturing company will construct a new 400,000-sqft facility to open in 2025
June 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Look inside the State of Transit in Richmond
RVA Rapid Transit released its annual report with statistics and goals for public transit in the Richmond Region.
June 14, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Dock Street Park opens to the public Saturday, June 15
Richmond’s newest park is open for business
June 13, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Share your thoughts on the Cultural Heritage Stewardship Plan
The city is establishing a comprehensive way to evaluate historic and cultural resources in our community — check out the first draft and see how you can contribute
June 11, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Richmond receives AAA designation from credit rating agency
Mayor Levar Stoney called the AAA rating from Fitch Ratings “a game changer for Richmond”
May 23, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
What’s the future of the Mayo Bridge? Community leaders stress creativity
The Manchester Alliance and Shockoe Partnership brought together city leaders and stakeholders to discuss the future of the to-be-replaced bridge
May 21, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
DesignRVA returns for its second year on June 8
Storefront for Community Design’s family-oriented event lets parents and kids design
May 16, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Benches, bike lanes, and bus stops — help shape the future of the Diamond District
Give your feedback on the public elements of the Diamond District development, which will help shape the look and feel of the new neighborhood
May 15, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Alicia Keys + Swizz Beatz join local students for “Giants” pep rally
The VMFA hosted 15 Richmond-area schools (and two very special guests) for the premiere of the new “Giants” collection.
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Holiday markets, bazaars, and craft shows in Richmond
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From landfill to meadow: City of Richmond seeks feedback on solar farm project
Share your feedback on the the East End Solar Meadow Project at three upcoming community meetings.
November 13, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Richmonders share their beginner-friendly bike advice
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Vintage Postcard + Paper Show returns to Richmond this weekend
The Old Dominion Postcard Club is hosting its 47th annual show at Keystone Truck + Tractor Museum, Nov 14-15.
November 10, 2025
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November 10, 2025
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Food
Hot ‘n ready: Zorch eyes upgrades + Pizzeria Delores plants roots
Two local pizza businesses announced big plans this week.
November 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
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RVA Community Fridges launches Thanksgiving Meal Drive
Find out how to help stock a community fridge this holiday season.
November 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Farmers markets in and around Richmond
See where to stock up on seasonal produce around the city, from year-round shopping to in-season markets.
November 6, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Pre-order Thanksgiving dinner (and dessert) at these local restaurants
A cornucopia of local restaurants where you can fill out your holiday feast.
November 4, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf