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Seven people stand, smiling, in front of one of Richmond's harm-reduction vending machines; the machine is primarily blue and features items on each shelf behind a clear window.

City

Project status update: Richmond’s harm reduction vending machines

How has the project progressed so far, and what’s next?

November 3, 2025

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Elise Steele

Sponsored

Experience the past come alive at Virginia Museum of History & Culture’s Living History weekend

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply looking for an enriching weekend experience, Living History promises something for everyone.

Sponsored by Virginia Museum of History & Culture

City

From porch to pig pen: How your old pumpkins can feed happy hogs

Instead of throwing your fall pumpkins away, consider donating them to local farms through Pumpkins for Pigs.

October 30, 2025

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Ava Wojnowski

Two people hold shovels, digging into a pile of dirt; the photo is taken from an upper angle on a green, grassy hillside; people in the background stand near other soil tree-planting sites.

Events

Richmond Tree Week to host 30+ free community events

Mark your calendars and grab your gardening gloves — Richmond Tree Week takes root Saturday, Nov. 1.

October 29, 2025

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Elise Steele

Events

Halloween happenings in Richmond, VA

Whether you’re looking for terrors or treats, there’s a whole lot to do this Halloween.

October 29, 2025

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Elise Steele

Culture

RVA Class of 2025: Have your portrait taken for a community yearbook

The Richmond Chronicle is calling all creatives to get free portraits + submit work for a community yearbook, out for print next year.

October 28, 2025

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Elise Steele

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

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David Lefkowitz

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Sponsored by Science Museum of Virginia

A graphic that says "Their perfect gift is on this list. Our holiday gift guide just dropped." surrounded by images of gift tags.

Small Business

RICtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love

Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.

October 24, 2025

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Emily Shea-Owen

Travel and Outdoors

See the 2025 State of the James report

The James River Association unveiled the biennial State of the James report, scoring 18 individual features of Virginia’s grand river.

October 23, 2025

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Elise Steele