Electra completes groundbreaking flights at commercial airport using helicopter-style instrument procedures
Electra today announced it successfully completed first-of-its-kind flights from a heliport on a commercial airport ramp at the Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport. The operations showcased the breakthrough capabilities of Electra's fixed-wing Ultra Short aircraft to use vertical flight landing areas and helicopter-sty
Henrico Faith and Fellowship: Sept. 21, 2026
Weekly news and notes from the Henrico faith community Congregation Or Atid Congregation Or Atid is observing Yom Kippur today, Sept. 21, with a morning service from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., a youth service from 10 a.m. to noon, and a Neilah service and break-
First Alert Forecast: Much cooler with rain Tuesday and Wednesday
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Coastal flooding through Friday, plus a cool NE breeze through the weekend. Tuesday: Fall begins at 8:05 pm. Cloudy and cooler with off and on rain, drizzle, mist and isolated storms. Localized flash flooding possible where storms develop. Highs in the low 70s. Warmer in our far southern counties
Richmond-shot “The Cashier” gives film chief a new role
The longtime head of the Virginia Film Office, Andy Edmunds, will debut his first feature film this week at the Byrd as part of the Richmond International Film Festival. Why it matters: The film features an all-Virginia crew and was shot almost entirely in Richmond. State of play: Edmunds has...
Shy Glizzy in the 804!
Last night in the 804 was definitely a movie when Shy Glizzy came through and turned the whole place up. The energy was crazy from the crowd, and Glizzy really came out and did what he does best. Everybody was vibing, singing along, and showing love. It was a good night for Richmond to have somebody from the DMV come d
Line-dancing instructor builds community through weekly classes
RICHMOND, Va. (Aging Untold) — A Virginia line-dancing class called Keep It Movin’ is led by instructor Richard Caple. “They set me up. I didn’t want to do it. I really didn’t want to do it,” Caple said. Instructor says class brings joy. Caple said...
The Art of the Matter
Amaza Lee Meredith was a woman ahead of her time. Or, more accurately, her time wasn’t ready for her. An architect and educator who defied the limitations that society tried to put on her, Meredith was born in 1895 to a Black mother and a white father who weren’t allowed to marry because of anti-miscegenation laws. Una
Virginia-Made Marine Mattress Nominated for 2026 Manufacturing Cup
A Virginia-made mattress designed to fit the unusual curves and tight spaces aboard boats and yachts is in the running to be named one of the Commonwealth’s coolest products. The Winndom Marine Mattress, manufactured by family-owned Winndom Mattress in Hopewell, has been nominated in the Furniture & Fixtures category..
Richmond’s Arts District is getting a wave of upgrades
More than two dozen commercial corridors across Richmond are getting a mini makeover thanks to a new grant-funded city program. Why it matters: The project will bring tons of new murals and public art to town — and even a pop-up dog park. State of play: The city and...
New DVD store opens in Chesterfield Towne Center
According to WTVR 6 News, a new DVD store has recently opened at Chesterfield Towne Center.Blue Rose Video & Moreopened for business on September 5, 2026 in a roughly 700-square-foot space in the mall at 11500 Midlothian Turnpike. That is good news for fans who are in the market for videos, collectibles, and related me

















