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5 ways to cut energy costs this winter
A few small adjustments can lead to big savings throughout the season.
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Richmond leaf collection program starts soon
Curbside leaf pickups begin October 6.
September 30, 2025
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Home Services
How to save on your summer energy bills
Follow these tips to help save money and conserve energy on water, landscaping, electricity, and AC.
June 24, 2025
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World’s first commercial fusion power plant coming to Chesterfield
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is investing billions to build the power plant at the James River Industrial Center.
December 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Win $100 just for recycling — see how
The Central Virginia Waste Management Authority is holding a contest through Jan. 10 to reward recyclers who dispose of cardboard boxes properly
November 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Got old stuff? Mark your calendar for this antiques evaluation event
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and the Bon Air Historical Society are holding an antiques evaluation event on Saturday, Oct. 12
October 10, 2024
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See when DPW is stopping by your neighborhood for a clean-up
The city’s Neighborhood Clean-Up Program takes place across the city in two cycles per year.
July 12, 2024
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GRTC completes launch of on-demand transit service
The fifth of five LINK Microtransit zones in the pilot program opens July 1.
June 28, 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.
June 27, 2024
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DPU to host community meeting for Forest Hill project
Residents have raised concerns about ongoing repairs to failed sewer lines
June 12, 2024
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Events
Get your garden questions answered at this Pollinator Festival
Henrico County Master Gardeners will host plant sale and pollinator festival June 8 at Deep Run Park
May 15, 2024
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30+ parks in the Richmond area
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10+ places to play pool in Richmond
Whether you’re a novice or a pool shark, there’s a table for you in the River City
February 12, 2026
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Q+A : One Year of Repair Café RVA
Rounding the corner on Repair Café RVA’s first anniversary, we chat with organizer Jenny Kobayashi Malone about community impact, milestone repairs, and future goals.
February 10, 2026
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Richmond restaurants we miss the most
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