Hanover board OKs landfill growth next to historic Brown Grove
Hanover board OKs landfill growth next to historic Brown Grove
Local anti-violence activist accused of assault and battery, suffocation
Charles D. Willis, a well known Richmond-based activist and anti-violence advocate, was arrested April 15 after a Richmond Police officer investigated a call for a domestic dispute. After making a $1,000 bond he was released the following day.
City Council disagrees over proposed raises for high-paid city staff
The development of a proposed $3 billion budget for Richmond’s 2026 fiscal year continued this week with disagreements between Richmond City Council and Mayor Danny Avula’s administration over amendments to the proposal.
Voices rise for freedom, justice during Capitol Square rally
“It means everyday actions, it means standing up.” That was one of the takeaways for Church Hill resident Christiane Riederer after attending the “Freedom Rising rally” hosted by 50501 Virginia last Saturday afternoon at the State Capitol.
New legal fund launches to aid Richmond residents in crisis
As fears of deportation and eviction grow in Richmond, a new fund has launched to provide legal aid to working-class individuals and families facing legal threats. The Richmond Community Legal Fund (RCLF) was announced Monday with a mission to fill …
Early voting
Early in-person voting for the June 17, primary election starts Friday, May 2, and continues through Saturday, June 14.
Gooden 1st Black recipient of prestigious Dwight Waldo Award in public administration
Susan T. Gooden, a leader in public administration and social equity, was awarded the prestigious 2025 Dwight Waldo Award from the American Society for Public Administration, this month. The award, given for sustained and impactful scholarship, recognizes Gooden’s decades of …
Richmond juvenile court to host annual Oliver Hill Day
The Atrium of the Oliver Hill Courts Building will be filled with reflection and celebration Friday, April 25, as the Richmond Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court hosts its 28th Annual Oliver Hill Day. The event, honoring the legacy of …
Report finds staff complacency behind Richmond water outage
A recent report from the Virginia Department of Health highlights long-term staff complacency as a factor in the January water treatment plant failure that left much of the Richmond region without running water for days.
SBA opens business recovery centers in Richmond, Henrico to aid storm-affected businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened two Business Recovery Centers in Richmond and Henrico to assist businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by severe storms that occurred Jan. 5 through 11. The centers aim to provide support with disaster loan …
Earle-Sears, Spanberger split on cannabis as Youngkin vetoes retail sales
Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation to legalize retail marijuana for the second year in a row, reaffirming his opposition as the state heads into a pivotal election season.
Women gather at Hilton Short Pump for day of financial empowerment
More than 350 women gathered April 15 at the Hilton Short Pump for Virginia Credit Union’s Financial Success for Women Summit, a daylong event focused on personal finance, wealth-building and career development.
UR’s Chloe Goode makes good as Truman Scholar
University of Richmond junior Chloe Goode was recently named a 2025 Truman Scholar. The Truman Scholarship is the premier graduate scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States.
Gloucester woman receives Chancellor’s Award for philanthropy
Carolyn A. Lemon of Gloucester recently received the 19th Annual Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy.
City Council, residents push for changes to Richmond’s 2026 budget
Richmond’s proposed $3 billion budget for 2026 drew scrutiny this week, as City Council members and residents attended a series of meetings to push for changes and raise concerns.
Previous Next
