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City
30 years later: Remembering Richmond’s blizzard of 1996
Where were you when the blizzard hit?
January 07, 2026 01:15 PM
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David Lefkowitz
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History
Remembering Richmond’s hottest day on record
City’s hottest day on record was Aug. 6, 1918, when RVA hit 107°.
July 9, 2025
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Elise Steele
Trees, developing spring leaves, populate the spaces between and above neighborhood houses.
Weather
Surviving pollen season in Richmond, VA
Does pollen season have you wiping your nose and windshield? Learn how to handle the pollen as allergy season kicks into high gear.
March 31, 2025
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David Stringer
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City
Details on severe snowstorm approaching Richmond this week
National and local weather forecasters are predicting 4-9 inches of snow in RVA with wintery conditions expected to begin on Wednesday, Feb. 19.
February 17, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Culture
Your memories of Richmond’s blizzard of 1996
See what our readers had to say about their experiences during the historic storm
January 7, 2025
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David Lefkowitz
A bench in Libby Hill Park is covered in snow overlooking the river.
Live
Winter weather forecast for Richmond
Prepare for winter weather in Richmond, VA with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 6, 2024
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Staff
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City
How Richmonders can help with relief efforts after Hurricane Helene
Donations of money, blood, and supplies are in high demand after the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene
October 1, 2024
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Staff
A view of the river and colorful fall foliage from a drone south of the river
Culture
Richmond: What are you most excited for this fall?
Whether it’s the cooler weather or one of the myriad local festivals, we want to know what you’re looking forward to this autumn
August 28, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Real Estate
Virginia hurricane season starts June 1
Make sure you’re prepared for what NOAA says could be an “above-normal” hurricane season
May 30, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Live
Here’s what weather to expect this summer in Richmond
Prepare for summer weather in the River City with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
May 17, 2024
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Staff
A colorful mural on the side of a parking garage depicting two stylized figures, as seen from a nearby parking lot
Culture
VCU student’s mural educates and illustrates
Painting over parking garage explores “invisible danger” of heat islands
August 29, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
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Bookmark this page to your favorites tab so you can quickly return and find the top events happening each month in Richmond.
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Help conserve water and lower your bills with a rainwater harvesting system in your backyard.
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Try out these new places and see what to look forward to in the River City’s restaurant scene.
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