BHMVA to host ‘A Compromised Freedom: 250 Years of Black Life in Virginia’
As part of the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia's (BHMVA) VA250 programming, the museum will host an event on Thursday that highlights the lives and legacies of John Mitchell and Maggie L. Walker.
Legislators again pause plan to close state-run medical center, citing concerns over moving at-risk...
The Joint Commission on Health Care will need to vote on a plan to close Hiram Davis Medical Center by the end of July in order to meet a deadline set by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health. The post Legislators again pause plan to close state-run medical center, citing concerns over moving at-risk residents
Tobacco Company celebrates 49 years with throwback week
The Tobacco Company Restaurant is celebrating 49 years in business this week. Why it matters: The landmark Shockoe Slip restaurant is rolling out circa-1970s specials and theme parties to commemorate its nearly half-century run. The lounge today. Image: Courtesy of The Tobacco Company Restaurant Driving the news: To co
In Richmond, Virginians rally against data centers and more state headlines
• “‘We are bearing the burden, not them’: Virginia residents voice data center frustrations at rally.” — WRIC • “Virginia Lawmakers respond to the death of Lindsey Graham.” — WWBT • “‘We’ve been sacrificed’: (Northern Virginia) homeowner may lose 1/3 of her property to high-voltage power line for data center.” — NBC4 •
CSX crews remove grain, pull cars from Richmond canal after derailment
CSX crews have removed three derailed freight cars from a Richmond canal and are vacuuming up grain more than a week after the July 3 derailment.
CSX crews continue cleanup 9 days after Richmond train derailment
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Nine days after a train derailed near Dock and 20th streets, CSX crews are still pulling freight car parts from the bottom of a river and working to determine a cause. As of Wednesday, CSX told reporters that all track and bridge repairs had been completed....
Virginia utility hikes hit Central Virginia homes this month, from Dominion bills to water...
When essential service providers raise rates, residents often have no meaningful alternative.
Richmond baker Billy Fallen brings Billy Pie back to Henrico’s West End
Richmond baker Billy Fallen is bringing Billy Pie back to Henrico's West End on Ridge Road in the Tuckahoe Shopping Center.
On the agenda: Richmond City Council retreat, budget talks
Below are details on upcoming public meetings in Greater Richmond and the City of Charlottesville. Council has a planned retreat to discuss the city’s state legislative priorities, including a working lunch with Mayor Danny Avula and the General Assembly members representing Richmond. 12:30 p.m. Monday. 17th Floor Conf
July Fourth did not feel the same
I do not know how many of you felt but July Fourth did not feel the same to me this year. Usually I am excited about seeing the fireworks and running around to various cookouts to see my friends. This year was different for me. I felt a little disappointed when seeing how commercials, etc. were trying to capitalize on
