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Travel and Outdoors
A bucket list activity for every traveler in Virginia’s Blue Ridge
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Travel and Outdoors
Virginia gets federal dollars to expand passenger rail service
More than $1.7 billion will be granted to help expand and speed service from DC to Richmond to Raleigh
December 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A view of the Richmond skyline, including a water tower and a smokestack, as seen from Libby Hill park in Church Hill
City
Outdoor activities for a Richmond winter
Soak up some sun without freezing solid.
December 8, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A mural featuring a rainbow, a young woman blowing bubbles, and the words "Dream Big"
City
Know Your City: Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
How well do you know this Highland Park hidden gem?
November 28, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A person stands inside an empty GRTC bus.
City
GRTC introduces proposed changes for next 10+ years of Richmond transit
Explore the proposed changes, fill out a survey to share your thoughts, and shape the official Transit Strategic Plan
November 27, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A line of RVA Bike Share bikes are docked on Broad Street by the Science Museum.
City
Share your thoughts on the Richmond Connects transportation plan
The draft plan highlights strategies to improve multimodal transportation in Richmond over the next 5-10 years and beyond
November 22, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Looking forward to the Fall Line Trail
The 43-mile trail is set to be a north/south companion to the Capital Trail in Virginia
November 8, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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Culture
Contents of iconic Cactus House up for auction
Buz and Chloe Pemberton have outfitted their Glen Allen home, the Saguaro Hill estate, as a Southwestern oasis for 40+ years.
November 6, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
GRTC extends deadline to apply for Rider Advisory Council
Richmonders can now apply to join the group until Dec. 4
November 6, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Know Your City: Richmond’s first suburbs
The “streetcar suburbs” that changed the River City city forever
November 6, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
Plant a tree at the North Avenue Branch Library
Local organizations team up for tree planting
November 2, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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Culture
Rebuilding history: Skipwith-Roper Homecoming
Join the countdown for the 2026 grand opening of Skipwith-Roper Cottage, the once-relocated residence of Jackson Ward’s first known Black homeowner.
April 16, 2025
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Elise Steele
A boardwalk leads over the wetlands of Tuckahoe Creek.
Parks and Recreation
Henrico proposes Tuckahoe Creek Park expansion
Following a land donation of 20+ acres, Henrico County introduced plans for a new boardwalk + more at Tuckahoe Creek Park.
April 15, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Experience VCUarts’ latest exhibition
Encounter the obscure + challenge the mundane at this boundary-pushing exhibit.
April 11, 2025
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Elise Steele
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8 record stores in Richmond
Find your next favorite band or album at a local shop.
April 10, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Seasonal tours are back in session with The Valentine
Stroll through Richmond’s rich history with The Valentine’s guided tours.
April 9, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Hit the trails: Richmond hiking guide
Check out these 15+ hiking trails in and around Richmond for your next outdoor adventure.
April 8, 2025
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Food
New foodie faves in RVA
Check out these new Richmond restaurants that opened last month + get the scoop on what’s coming soon.
April 7, 2025
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Elise Steele
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VMFA unveils Frida Kahlo exhibit in Richmond
Richmond becomes one of only two US cities to host “Frida: Beyond the Myth.”
April 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
A person with a grey shirt and brown cap holds up a large yellow paper with handwritten plans for a "Title Tot Lot Community Fridge." The paper also includes, "Description: revamp existing playground and place community fridge + little free libraries (kids focus)", "Cost: $10,000", and "Impact: Create safe space to promote collective community responsibility"
City
Vote for the Richmond People’s Budget project
Get the 101 on this community-driven funding project + how you can vote on the allocation of $3 million.
April 2, 2025
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Elise Steele