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From landfill to meadow
Eyed for a pollinator-friendly transformation, the East Richmond Road Landfill was closed and capped in 1983. | Rendering via City of Richmond
The city is developing a colorful vision for a capped landfill in Richmond’s East End — solar power, pollination, and environmental resilience. Take a closer look at the project plans.
How can this sustainable solar meadow benefit Richmonders and East End residents directly? That’s not just organic food for thought;the city is asking locals to share feedback at three upcoming community meetings.
Feedback on what exactly?
The East End Solar Meadow Project includes a Community Benefits Agreement, which will fund up to $500,000 in “local sustainability and resilience projects” prior to the project’s completion.
The city wants insight into what projects residents would like to see most. Examples include “pollinator gardens, EV charging stations, youth programming, or public art.”
Visit the Richmond Police Department’s online public dashboard to see the latest on public safety. | Photo by RICtoday
What would it take to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries — for good?
The City of Richmond’s eye-opening three-part radio series breaks down Vision Zero, a global movement that aims to make our streets safer for everyone. Learn how we’re working toward a future where everyone can get home safely — whether they’re walking, biking, or driving:
The Virginia DMV has launched Mobile IDs, accessible via phone app. The IDs are now serviceable at state DMV locations, as well as select TSA checkpoints, ABC stores, and law enforcement agencies. Check out the list of participating locations to see where you can use a Mobile ID in Richmond.
History
It’s the end of an era — the United States Mint recently pressed its final penny in Philadelphia. Did you know? Before the first penny coins were issued in the US, there was the 18th-century “Virginia halfpenny,” minted at the Tower of London and sent to the Colony of Virginia. (Associated Press)
Coming Soon
There’s a new restaurant joining Stony Point Shopping Center, and it opens today, Nov. 14. The Granite Grill, owned by Big Hospitality Kitchen, will dish out elevated American eats, including hand-cut steaks, baby back ribs, and signature brioche buns “made from scratch daily.” (CBS 6)
Transit
Southside’s bike network — specifically 3.3 miles of Hopkins Road — is getting some TLC. Project plans include street upgrades and proactive network connections to future James River Branch and Fall Line trails. Construction is slated to begin at the end of the month. Looking for ready-to-go bike trails? We have suggestions.
Active
Want to see what the Richmond Marathon medals look like this year? Take a look. Local designer Dion Ellis wanted to ensure the medals had some weight to them, along with colorful nods to the River City. (WRIC)
Sports
Have you been keeping up with high school football playoffs? If not, you can catch up before the quarter-finals happening today, Nov. 14 + tomorrow. By mid-December, one team will earn the championship title. Who are you rooting for? We’re curious. (The Richmonder)
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about?*
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The Buy
As temperatures continue to fall, we’re leaning into our cold-weather essentials. Here are three we absolutely swear by:
👖 Really good fleece-lined leggings with pockets. The thermal lining delivers extra warmth without compromising on stretch and breathability.
🛌 A top-rated long sleeve pj set for maximum comfort and coziness during fall and winter nights.
✋ A pair of rechargeable handwarmers with three temperature settings and up to 36 hours of battery life. Bonus: They include a portable charging case for power on the go.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
🏛️ What city hosted the “Giants” exhibit prior to Richmond?
We gave you all a second chance to boost your trivia stats, but it was still a close call. 32% of our readers locked in the correct answer, Minneapolis. Trailing closely behind, 24% guessed Brooklyn.
The Alicia Keys + Swizz Beatz exhibit first premiered at the Brooklyn Museum in 2024, but prior to landing at the VMFA, “Giants” stopped by the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
Does anyone else feel sad for all the pennies? If you want to commemorate your dear coins, there are quite a few penny presses right here in Richmond (found on the penny press map, of course):
Maymont Nature Center
Metro Richmond Zoo
Science Museum of VA
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
VA Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
Sure, being flattened doesn’t sound like the best pick-me-up, but we’re spinning it as a cent-imental makeover.
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