Travel and Outdoors

A fishing boat is pictured cruising under the Mount Pleasant Pier.

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Outside of the Flying Squirrels stadium.

Sports

Go nuts at these themed Flying Squirrels games

Here are our picks for can’t-miss giveaways, happy hours, and specialty nights at the Diamond this season.

February 23, 2024

Travel and Outdoors

Where to go bird watching near Richmond

Whether you’re taking a stroll through Bryan Park, Dutch Gap Conservation Area, or Oakwood Cemetery — here’s your sign to start birding in the River City

February 22, 2024

Travel and Outdoors

Winter camping at Virginia State Parks

Brave the cold and set up camp at these Virginia State Parks

February 20, 2024

Culture

Meet Richmond’s sister cities

From our English namesake to cities in Japan, Namibia, and Poland, these are the cities Richmond shares long-term cultural partnerships with.

February 19, 2024

Travel and Outdoors

Where’s the best bird watching spot in Richmond?

Give your suggestions for the best spots to spot birds so we’ll be ready for spring

February 8, 2024

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Travel and Outdoors

City summer camps open for signups

Programs available at several community centers

February 6, 2024

Travel and Outdoors

Fall Line Vision Plan shows possibilities for upcoming trail

The 43-mile multi-use trail will run from Petersburg to Ashland with natural attractions, amenities, public art, and development opportunities

February 5, 2024

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City

Henrico reopens oldest neighborhood park after $2.1 million renovation

Cheswick Park has a new playground, improved facilities, upgraded trails, and an open fitness area.

January 31, 2024

Two people kayaking on the water while vacationing in Mount Pleasant, SC.

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A VCU basketball player reaches for the net, basketball in hand, as an opposing team member reaches up in an attempt to block.

Sports

🏀 VCU Rams + UR Spiders join the NCAA Tournament

Root for these RVA teams heading to the “Big Dance.”

March 17, 2025

An brown and white patterned Osprey flies, wings spread, in a clear, blue sky.

Travel and Outdoors

Return of the RVA Osprey Cam

Don’t let this news fly over your head. Get an inside look at the dramatic, awe-inspiring + occasionally silly lives of our local ospreys.

March 14, 2025

The image displays a rusty, red colored moon as a part of the blood moon and lunar eclipse celestial event.

Richmond’s “blood worm moon” + lunar eclipse

Don’t get thrown off by the worm reference — this celestial event will leave Richmonders starry-eyed and moonstruck.

March 12, 2025

Two Irish flags on flagpoles hang from front porches along a row of red-brick houses.

Events

St. Patrick’s Day festivities in RVA

We may not dye the James green, but we have a full agenda of festivities to help celebrate this Irish holiday.

March 11, 2025

City

Open Voting for RICtoday’s Best

Show some love to your fave businesses in Richmond.

March 10, 2025

Staff

Six people stand in line, smiling, at 2024's Mobile Soul Sunday.

Culture

Your guide to RBRE week

Celebrate culinary initiatives and uplift Black-owned restaurants during this fun + food-filled week.

March 5, 2025

A wall of white shelves display colorful yarn in the local craft store SCRAP RVA.

Small Business

Shop local craft stores in RVA

JOANN closed its doors last week, but what about the Richmonders half-way through crochet projects?

March 3, 2025

Real Estate

The top 10 most expensive homes for sale in Richmond

Take a look at the top 10 most expensive single-family homes for sale in Richmond, including popular suburbs all across the city.

February 28, 2025

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Events

Thou art welcome: Richmond Renaissance Faire launches with fundraiser event

The world of fantasy and mythology is vast, and guess what? Richmond is now within the realm.

February 26, 2025