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Your guide to Richmond coffee shops
Here’s where to find local coffee around the River City — plus a map to find the spot closest to you for your morning fix.
July 18, 2025 06:49 PM
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Small Business
Richmond restaurants receive major grant money
Five Black-owned restaurants in the Richmond area received grants of up to $25,000
November 10, 2023
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Retail
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: 38 gifts you can buy right now
Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
November 1, 2023
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Sponsored
Try This: A wreath making workshop at The Mercantile at Three Crosses
Gather your pals and get your moss-shaping skills in order for a festive evening at the Village of Powhatan’s newest home, garden, and gift store.
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VCU Free Store back open for business
VCU Sustainability project reopens Oct. 25
October 23, 2023
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What’s the future for Willow Lawn?
The shopping center is set for a long-term mixed-use redevelopment that could take place over 20 years.
October 16, 2023
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Chesterfield breaks ground on Springline development
The first phase of the project, which includes apartments and retail, is scheduled for completion in 2025
September 28, 2023
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Sports
Richmond runner heads to Hungary for World Champs
Midlothian-based runner Keira D’Amato races against the best in the world at marathon championships
August 22, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Local groups partner to open Matchbox Mutual Aid
RVA Community Fridges and Richmond Food Not Bombs planning Matchbox community space in Northside
August 18, 2023
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Kick off spring at First Fridays around the city
Make plans for the evening of April 7 and beyond.
April 6, 2023
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Shop PopUp RVA this spring
The largest weekly vendor market in Richmond returns to the Diamond April-October.
March 28, 2023
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Six less-than-obvious things to do on the James River this summer
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Development
Share your feedback on the Arthur Ashe Boulevard bridge replacement project
Attend a community meeting regarding the $38 million bridge replacement project near Scott’s Addition and the Diamond District.
June 9, 2025
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History
10 Richmond locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Travel through River City history at these nationally relevant spots.
June 6, 2025
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Your ultimate guide to ice cream shops in Richmond
Whether you’re looking for the freshest flavors, dairy-free options, or ice cream on-the-go, use our guide to find your next sweet treat in Richmond.
June 5, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
June 6-8 is Free Fishing Days in Virginia
No license is required for this beginner-friendly weekend of angling events.
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Business
One room, 1,000 niches: Brian’s Books opens June 14
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