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Sunrise 6:31 a.m. | Sunset 7:53 p.m.
 

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Getting around without gas in Richmond, VA
With riverside trails like these, it’s easy to give your car a break. | Photo by @padraig_ian
With riverside trails like these, it’s easy to give your car a break. | Photo by @padraig_ian
Gas prices getting you down, or just ready to leave parking worries behind? We’ve got you covered with four ways to be fuel frugal.

Get stepping

Richmond is rated as “51 — Somewhat Walkable” on Walk Score, which means it’s time to break out your walking shoes and give it a go. Ditch the drive and embark on these top walkable hiking trails or these super-scenic routes. For a walk with a side of history, check out these walking tours.

Break out the bikes

Looking to get started enjoying Richmond on two wheels, but feeling a bit intimidated? We’ve got some reader-sourced tips on cycling the River City for beginners.

Enjoy pedaling down the Virginia Capital Trail, which starts near Great Shiplock Park and extends all the way to historic Jamestown Settlement.

Pro tip: The Science Museum of Virginia has a free bicycle repair station.

Public transit is legit

Getting around Richmond is easy with a plethora of bus routes. GRTC is also zero fare, including the Pulse, which runs from Willow Lawn to Rocketts Landing.

Pro tip: Download the Transit app to make riding even easier.

GRTC has also introduced LINK Microtransit, which functions like a free rideshare service in zones around the Greater Richmond Region.

Get creative with your commute

Hunt down the best gas prices by using an app like GasBuddy or Google Maps. Split the bill by starting a carpool with your coworkers and get the perks of riding in the HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) lanes. Looking to find a carpool? Use Ridesharing to find or post a ride.
 
Events
Wednesday, Aug. 21
  • Pigeons of War | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 10-11 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Virginia War Memorial Archivist Sylvia Marshall will explore the history of military pigeons in the US and their role in the Invasion of Normandy.
  • Movie Matinees: “Crazy Rich Asians” | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 2-5 p.m. | RPL West End Branch | Free | Snacks will be provided at the library screening of this rom com.
Thursday, Aug. 22
Friday, Aug. 23
  • Stomping Grounds | Friday, Aug. 23 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall | $12 | Enjoy an evening of local tunes with Deau Eyes, VILLAGES, and The Sugar Hollows.
Saturday, Aug. 24
  • Collect-A-Con | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m. | Greater Richmond Convention Center | $25-$150 | Explore 700+ dealer tables at this trading card, anime, and pop culture convention.
Sunday, Aug. 25
Events calendar here
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Community

👏 Cheers to these local volunteers
Virginia Lottery employees posing for a photo while volunteering.
Lottery employees contributed 480+ volunteer hours during Global Volunteer Month in April. | Photo by Virginia Lottery
You probably know the Virginia Lottery for its games with huge prizes, but did you know volunteering plays a major role in the organization?

Since last October, Lottery employees have racked up nearly 1,000 volunteer hours through the Lottery Outreach Program. Employees recently:
Psst... These are just two of the many ways the Lottery contributes to our community.
The biggest way the Lottery gives back
News Notes
Transit
  • Henrico County has purchased 1.5 acres near the intersection of Parham and West Broad with plans to build a bus transit station. GRTC says it hopes to begin service from the station in 2028. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Festival
  • 2nd Street Festival has dropped the full lineup of performers for this year’s event. The weekend of Oct. 5-6 will feature dozens of performers across three stages — see the schedule and plan your weekend.
Try This
  • Registration is open for Richmond Parks and Recreation’s new adult pickleball league. Sign up before Monday, Sept. 9 to meet fellow players and throw down with pickleballers of all skill levels. Registration is $40 for city residents and $65 for non-residents.
Arts
  • Gallery5 will christen its renovated stage with a free performance from Calvin Presents this Friday, Aug. 23. The concert is part of the Fourth Friday Jazz Nights, a monthly series of free jazz shows at the Jackson Ward space.
Coming Soon
  • Brazen, a new restaurant with a focus on braised dishes — see what they did there? — is coming to Cary Street. The new concept will occupy the Fan space previously occupied by Lucky Whale and Olio. (Richmond BizSense)
Outdoors
  • Registration is open for the James River Association’s Great Return of the Atlantic Sturgeon pontoon boat trips. For two weekends in September, you can go sturgeon spotting and support the preservation of the James.
Finance
  • Finance experts call this card a cash rewards dream: unlimited cash rewards on purchases, $200 bonus after spending $500, long intro APR on purchases and balance transfers + more.*
Number
  • 22%. That’s how much auto insurance rates have increased over the last year. Stop overpaying + find a better rate when you get a free, no-obligation quote from Savvy.*
 
Asked

🍩 Donut leave us hanging

A half dozen of our readers’ favorite donuts in Richmond
A hand holds a donut with a bite taken out of it in front of a sign reading "country style donuts"
Our readers gave us the lowdown on their favorite local donuts. | Photo by RICtoday
With all the hullabaloo about the rapid expansion of Richmond’s bagel scene, we’ve been thinking more and more about all ring-shaped foods. That led to the obvious question: What are our readers’ favorite local spots to get donuts?

While the River City might not have as many local donut options as it does other breakfast staples, it still brings plenty to the table.

What’s your local go-to for a morning dozen?
Send in your picks
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Today’s edition by:
David
From the editor
I’m not much of a pickleball player myself, but my dad certainly is. He’s been really excited about the pickleball courts going up around the area, but most of all the major renovations at Pouncey Tract Park.
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