Richmond property tax bills will keep rising, report says, but city will still face ‘fiscal constraints’
The city’s spending is rising faster than the tax bills that are supposed to pay for government services, according to a consulting firm.
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Redevelopment of Near West End church into 33 townhomes gets OK from Planning Commission
"It’s a beautiful project, we trust they’re going to do a good job with it, and it’s in keeping with the neighborhood."
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Richmond EDA tells Squirrels to clear out of The Diamond or be treated as trespassers
In addition, the lawyer for the EDA gave DiBella 30 days to resume talks with VCU over letting the team use the new stadium.
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At Richmond’s pro golf tournament, it’s out with the old and in with the youth
“It’s the event where you’ll see the most grown men cry – good or bad.”
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Victory for Thomas Jefferson over Armstrong is 32 days in the making
Vikings finish off 34-17 triumph over Wildcats in game that was suspended Sept. 3
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The Mayo Bridge is being put on a 'road diet.' Lanes will be reduced after repaving
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Henrico County decides to eliminate Flock cameras
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At regional water meeting, VDH lauds ‘extraordinary’ improvements at Richmond facility
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James River's Bridgeforth puts forth dominant effort in 50-23 win over Powhatan
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City Government
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Redevelopment of Near West End church into 33 townhomes gets OK from Planning Commission
"It’s a beautiful project, we trust they’re going to do a good job with it, and it’s in keeping with the neighborhood."
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Education
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Amelia Street School will embrace nature with new trail
The outdoor access will help encourage teachers and students to use the space as a learning center.
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Features
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Richmond's haunted houses are a year-round effort for their owners
The work for next Halloween begins almost immediately after the last season ends.
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Local News
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Richmond EDA tells Squirrels to clear out of The Diamond or be treated as trespassers
In addition, the lawyer for the EDA gave DiBella 30 days to resume talks with VCU over letting the team use the new stadium.
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Newsletter
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Oct. 5 Newsletter: The 212-year-old tree
The state is congratulating Richmond for 'extraordinary' improvements at the water treatment plant in the last year. Plus, the latest on Flock cameras and the strike at Lewis Ginter.
Sports
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At Richmond’s pro golf tournament, it’s out with the old and in with the youth
“It’s the event where you’ll see the most grown men cry – good or bad.”
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