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Travel and Outdoors
Go camping within an hour of Richmond
Enjoy the beauty of the Richmond region from the comfort of a tent, cabin, or yurt.
October 27, 2025 12:00 PM
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Henrico breaks ground on Lake Overton improvements
The county will install a new earthen dam, native plants, and a community walking trail to enhance the area
April 22, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Everything you need to know for the 2024 Monument Avenue 10k
A guide for runners, walkers, spectators, and anyone just hoping to avoid traffic
April 16, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
Sunset over the James river.
Travel and Outdoors
5 scenic routes for a run or walk in Richmond
Get a move on around these River City paths and see the best nature, history, and architecture Richmond has to offer.
April 10, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
A historical marker along the trail
City
James River Park System acquires more land for Richmond Slave Trail
Friends of the JRPS seeking donations to help with the deal
March 29, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
Help the James River Park System battle invasive plants
JRPS has a survey and several workshops to get feedback on park experience and spread the word about invasive species.
March 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Get rolling at this weekly trail skating event
All levels of roller skaters are welcome at Rollin’ on the River, a new partnership between the Capital Trail, River City Roller Derby, and RVA Roll Patrol
March 19, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
James River Branch Trail moves forward on Southside
The project is over a decade in the making — see trail plans and hear from the design team at a community meeting.
March 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Inaugural River City Half Marathon draws nearly 3,000 runners
Richmonders took home wins in both men’s and women’s races
March 11, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Culture
Department of Historic Resources to protect Little Malvern Hill property
The site of four Civil War battles will be preserved and protected from future developments with the help of the Capital Region Land Conservancy
March 7, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Culture
Chesterfield announces inaugural Restaurant Week and Outdoor Festival
The two initiatives were announced in tandem with the new Experience Chesterfield tourism website.
February 27, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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