Richmond Animal Care and Control’s heat concerns
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Triple-digit heat is uncomfortable for you and indeed for man’s best friend. The high temperatures are prompting Richmond Animal Care and Control to sound the alarm on animals left in this heat. They want to remind you all to keep your furry friends inside during the hot days this summer.
Volunteers create ‘Hill of Heroes’ with 12,000 flags at Virginia War Memorial
Nearly 12,000 American flags create the "Hill of Heroes" at Virginia War Memorial, honoring fallen service members.
19,000 ducks getting tagged ahead of RVA Duck Race this September
RICHMOND, VA. (WWBT) -Thousands of rubber ducks are being tagged ahead of this year’s RVA Duck Race in September. 12 On Your Side is a proud sponsor of the RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion, which is hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia. This is a...
New Richmond fire station showcases art celebrating firefighter history
The city of Richmond celebrated the grand opening of the newly constructed Fire Station 12 on Friday, featuring art installations that tell the story of the department's history.
Hopewell’s Fireworks on the Appomattox show returns this weekend
The annual Fireworks on the Appomattox is returning to the City of Hopewell on Saturday evening.
GRTC adding four larger, accordion-style buses to its fleet
The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) is unveiling four new accordion-style buses that will be added to its Pulse fleet.
Youngkin announces more than $6 million in grants to expand Virginia
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has announced more than $6 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grants, with expansion in the Greater Richmond Region.
Portion of I-64 shut down following vehicle crash in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Drivers traveling on Interstate 64 eastbound in New Kent County Saturday morning are experiencing significant delays due to a multi-vehicle crash. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) reported the crash just before 10:30 a.m. near mile marker 211 at the Emmaus Church Road interchange. By 10:40...
VSU raises $12,000 selling viral graduation fans for student aid
Virginia State University has raised $12,000 for its Student Tuition Assistance Fund by selling graduation fans that went viral on social media during the university's recent commencement ceremony.
VMFA to temporarily close select galleries as new renovation gets underway
Some art collections will be taken off display at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) due to construction in the area, starting July 7.
