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Improvements coming to Kanawha Plaza
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Learn more about possible improvements at the public meeting. | Photo by RICtoday
The city’s Department of Public Works is eyeing improvements to the downtown area around Kanawha Plaza. While the project name is a bit of a mouthful — it’s officially called the US-60 Downtown Expressway Gateway Pedestrian Improvements Project — the ask of Richmonders is simple.

Attend a public meeting on Monday, May 22 from 5-7 p.m. at Main Street Station to discuss pedestrian infrastructure that might make it easier to access the plaza.

These improvements could include things like adding and widening sidewalks, enhancing crosswalks, adding pedestrian signals, and planting street trees. The city may also install a new traffic signal at South 7th and East Byrd Streets.

The general area includes South 9th Street, East Canal Street, South 7th Street, and East Byrd Street. DPW is including the project under the city’s Vision Zero commitment, which is a goal to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

The Kanawha Plaza was completed in 1980 and hosts several community events, including Unlocking RVA’s Brunch on the Plaza and the holiday tradition RVA Illuminates.

Want to provide comments? You can do so at the meeting or send your thoughts in an email by Monday, June 5.

Once the project documents are released, we’ll give readers more insight into the specifics of the plan. Stay tuned.
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Events
Monday, May 8
  • Sueco | Monday, May 8 | 8 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $20 | Teenage Disaster joins the alt rapper on the “Wasted Space” world tour.
Tuesday, May 9
  • Studio Four | Tuesday, May 9-Monday, May 15 | Times vary | Richmond Ballet Studio Theatre, 407 E. Canal St., Richmond | $25-$105 | Enjoy a ballet performance with folk dance influences and classical technique.
  • Fuse Ensemble on Shockoe Sessions Live! | Tuesday, May 9 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | In Your Ear Studios, 1813 E. Broad St., Richmond | $0-15 | Get tickets to see this electroacoustic chamber ensemble in person or tune in to the livestream.
Wednesday, May 10
  • Better Housing Coalition Bike Tour | Wednesday, May 10 | 6-8 p.m. | The Goodwyn at Union Hill, 2230 Venable St., Richmond | Free | Register to join this young professionals bike tour of the East End.
Thursday, May 11
Friday, May 12
  • An Incanto Evening of Fire | Friday, May 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond | $8-$17 | Experience fire performances, energetic DJ sets, and visual projection art inspired by the ongoing “Incanto” exhibition.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Civic
  • Can you picture Richmond in 2050? PlanRVA is seeing how different future scenarios may impact our region. Take the Pathways to the Future survey by Thursday, June 1 to share what issues are important to you.
Open
  • Charlottesville-based Grit Coffee has opened another Richmond store, this time in Scott’s Addition. Find the shop on the ground floor of The Otis development on Roseneath Avenue. The first Richmond Grit is near Libbie and Grove.
Coming Soon
  • The co-owner of Pig & Brew is opening a new restaurant in Manchester. Red Hibachi & Beer could open as soon as next month on Hull Street. It’ll serve bowls in a fast-casual, primarily carry-out setting. (Richmond BizSense)
Arts
  • The city’s Office of Elections unveiled three new murals over the weekend. Nadia Msalek, Truck Schachtman, and Ellyx Martinez of VCUarts created the pieces, which are inspired by the importance of voting. Check out the art inside the office at 2134 W. Laburnum Ave.
  • Visit an exhibit by the late artist G. Roy Levin at the Virginia Holocaust Museum through Friday, June 9. “Halt! Remembering the Holocaust” features mixed-media paintings which prompt viewers to reflect on the genocide.
Traffic
  • Expect more traffic than usual downtown and in Northside this weekend — VCU and VUU will host their May Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 13. VCU’s main ceremony will be at the convention center starting at 10 a.m. VUU students will graduate at Hovey Field starting at 10 a.m.
Drink
  • Hint is the water that actually makes us want to drink water. Shop from their top sellers + online exclusive flavors and get 45% off three cases for just $36. (That’s $1 per bottle plus free shipping.) Just use code 6AMCITY.*
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  • She doesn’t need another bouquet of flowers — give mom the gift of learning a new language instead. Bonus: Get 55% off.*
  • It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re helping you choose the perfect gift for your favorite educators. Show them love with Marble and Steel Craft Chocolates or a handwritten note using a Joy Paper Co. card.
 
Eat

🌮 Let’s taco bout it

Ultimate Richmond taco map
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Grab tacos and a marg at Big Chile in the Fan. | Photo by RICtoday
Last year, we unveiled Richmond’s unofficial passport to chicken wings. This time around, we’re highlighting all the local places you can get tacos around town.

We asked readers and Instagram followers to shout out their favorite restaurants, stands, and food trucks.

Explore our ultimate map of taco places by clicking the button below. Bonus: The map is interactive, so feel free to endorse your favorite places with a like and tell us what spots we need to add.
40+ taco spots
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