Flying Squirrels owner sues Diamond District developer over heated encounter at new ballpark
As Richmond officials celebrated the opening night of the city’s new baseball stadium last month, a tense conversation happened in a hallway near the team offices of the Richmond Flying Squirrels.
The Bridge
Spanning the city
-
Photos: Officials raise pride flag in City Hall ceremony
Several local events are scheduled for Pride Month in June.
-
One day after Squirrels owner’s lawsuit, the city announces agreements with VCU, but uncertainties remain
At least one of those deals is contingent on the Flying Squirrels coming to a separate agreement with VCU, which has not happened.
-
Rock star: Her painted rocks are spreading joy across the globe
Turning her attention to Kindness Rocks has led her into an unexpected community of fellow enthusiasts.
-
January’s ice storm inspires a reworking of city rules on who must clear sidewalks
For properties with three or more housing units, sidewalk-shoveling responsibilities fall to the landlord.
What is an SUP?: Meet Richmond’s most powerful tool to get around zoning rules
The Richmonder reviewed five years of SUP data to determine where these permits are driving the most development, what kind of development it is and how long the public review process is taking.
Recent Headlines
-
Goochland baseball earns first postseason win since 2018
The incessant chatter resonating from the Goochland Bulldogs’ dugout Thursday night spoke volumes. -
After years of no penalties, Richmond DPU wants the power to fine stormwater violations
“We have no record of DPU ever sending any of these violations through the city attorney’s office.” -
Fight disrupts John Marshall High School graduation ceremony; 4 detained by police
“Our young people deserve this moment of joy, and that is what we plan to give them.” -
Launched to great fanfare, Richmond’s Civilian Review Board is growing restless as its workload remains minimal
“You live in a city where those things don't happen all the time. That's a good place to live.” -
City launches new platform to manage FOIA requests
“FOIA is not only just a legal requirement but a responsibility we need to take seriously.” -
Third draft of code refresh to be rolled out in phases starting in June
The Planning Department will first release a proposal on how to handle some of the most controversial policy issues.
City Government
-
January’s ice storm inspires a reworking of city rules on who must clear sidewalks
For properties with three or more housing units, sidewalk-shoveling responsibilities fall to the landlord.
-
-
-
-
Education
-
School Board approves substitute teacher outsourcing contracts in split vote
The 5-4 vote will allow Scoot Education to hire 15 long-term subs on behalf of the division.
-
-
-
-
Features
-
Rock star: Her painted rocks are spreading joy across the globe
Turning her attention to Kindness Rocks has led her into an unexpected community of fellow enthusiasts.
-
-
-
-
Local News
-
Photos: Officials raise pride flag in City Hall ceremony
Several local events are scheduled for Pride Month in June.
-
-
-
-
Newsletter
-
May 29 Newsletter: Kindness rocks
Plus, Richmond's Civilian Review Board is growing restless, and a proposal to change the requirements for how residents handle snow and ice after storms.
-
-
Sports
-
Goochland baseball earns first postseason win since 2018
The incessant chatter resonating from the Goochland Bulldogs’ dugout Thursday night spoke volumes.
-
-
-
-
