This is the CBS 6 News Weekly Recap, a roundup of stories and voices from the Richmond region last week.
“We need your help.”
Meet Ava Lester, an 11-year-old powerhouse whose inspiring journey is touching hearts across the community.
Recently named the Anthem LemonAid Ambassador for this year, Ava is using her experience with leukemia to raise awareness and funds for children facing similar battles.
“I have never seen that much water as we’ve seen in the past two days.”
Nearly 10 inches of rain caused widespread flooding in Petersburg, prompting city officials to declare a local state of emergency as residents and businesses dealt with the aftermath.
Petersburg Fire Department rescued nearly 50 people from a flooded apartment complex as waters rose to dangerous levels…