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Culture
15+ community gardens in Richmond
See where Richmonders are cultivating friendship and fresh produce.
July 30, 2025 01:00 PM
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Everything you need to know about RVA 311
Richmond’s non-emergency call center responds to tens of thousands of requests a year.
April 11, 2024
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GRTC expands LINK Microtransit service
The on-demand pilot service will now include zones in Clover Dale, Ashland, and Powhatan
March 4, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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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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City Council looks to create Public Utilities and Services Commission
Public hearing on the books for Nov. 13 to discuss new advisory commission for public utilities
November 1, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Henrico residential leaf collection begins soon
County will accept leaves beginning Nov. 6
October 31, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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Solar co-op looking for members in Richmond, Henrico, and Chesterfield
Get more information about Solar United Neighbors at an event on Wednesday, Oct. 18
October 16, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Chesterfield recycling centers announce new hours
Recycling dropoffs will be open daily starting Nov. 1
October 13, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
Fallen leaves line the streets of the Fan under parked cars.
City
It’s street sweeping season in Richmond
Here’s your need-to-know local info for street sweeping in Richmond.
October 13, 2023
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Small Business
Dominion plans to expand River City solar power
Proposed projects would build solar facilities in Powhatan and Hanover
October 5, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Chesterfield opens seven new recycling centers
Community drop-offs at parks replace Chesterfield’s curbside recycling program
September 21, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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Anonymous neighbor builds ‘wind phone’ for Fonticello Food Forest
Fonticello Forest unveils a new installation, which invites people to connect with lost loved ones and process grief.
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