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A cypress swamp at First Landing State Park; the surface of the water features a prismatic, multicolored effect.

Quest for a “rainbow swamp” near Richmond, VA

This prismatic phenomenon has captivated curiosity in Virginia Beach, but you might be able to find the mystical occurrence closer to home.

January 6, 2026

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Elise Steele

A Slippery Slope mocktail in a clear glass with one square ice cube; the glass sits on a wooden surface.

Food

Mocktails + non-alcoholic drinks in Richmond

Whether you’re sober, trying out Dry January, or just want more options for delicious drinks, here are several local menus with robust NA options.

January 5, 2026

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Elise Steele

City

Gilpin Court art installation unveiled + redevelopment plan set in motion

Over the past few days, Gilpin Court has made headlines with two new community-shaping developments.

December 17, 2025

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Elise Steele

City

26 reader questions for 2026 in Richmond, VA

Let us know what River City news we should cover in 2026.

December 17, 2025

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Elise Steele

Copy image of the Declaration of Independence overlayed with a cut-out image of Nicolas Cage from the film cover of "National Teasure."

Events

Fact or fiction: Watch “National Treasure” with local historians at the VMHC

The Virginia Museum of History and Culture will host a screening of “National Treasure” with live commentary from studious staff.

December 16, 2025

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Elise Steele

An opened box with three Sub Rosa pastries sitting on a red table.

Food

Sub Rosa Bakery reopening Dec. 16, one year after building fire

Just over one year after a fire caused the beloved local bakery to close, Sub Rosa is ready to open its doors once again.

December 15, 2025

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Elise Steele

Culture

Unwrap these 5 gifts given to the city of Richmond

These gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.

December 11, 2025

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Staff

Culture

The ultimate guide to holiday lights in Richmond

Read our list and check it twice to see how to get the most out of holiday illuminations in RVA.

December 11, 2025

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Robin Schwartzkopf

A close-up shot of a DJ spinning a record, wearing a blue jersey-style shirt with red striped and the number "10;" A partially transparent image of a disco ball is overlaid on the photo.

Events

10 New Year’s Eve events to ring in 2026

Usher in the new year, from noon to midnight, with these parties around Richmond.

December 10, 2025

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Elise Steele