Richmond's Flag, Part 3: Modern day boatmen recreate the freedom of the batteaux era
June 20th is launch day for this year’s 41st edition of the festival.
The Bridge
Spanning the city
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Matoaca walks off a winner in state softball title game
In an epic pitching duel pitting two Division I commits, Matoaca was a 2-1 winner.
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The Richmonder is taking legal action against the Richmond School Board. Here’s why.
We did not arrive at this decision lightly, but we believe it is an important action to take as part of our mission to shine a light on how taxpayer dollars are used.
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City Council to take up three big code refresh questions: duplexes, churches and household numbers
“There’s no right or wrong answer on these. What we’re looking for is to get to an answer.”
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Richmond's Flag, Part 2: Honoring the legacy of Black boatmen
Batteaux ferried innumerable quantities of goods down the James River to Richmond and back upriver.
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King William uses run-rule victory to claim state title
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Hanover, Freeman fall in girls lacrosse finals
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On Faith and Values: Kindred spirits: Friendship is a holy gift
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During America's 200th birthday, a Richmond racer took on the grueling 'Le Mans' French endurance test with his team
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Up for debate: Major national event arrives in Richmond this weekend
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'Momma Beth' Marschak is remembered as one of Richmond's original activists
Her deep seated roots in community activism began as far back as middle school.
City Government
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Avula admin announces ‘soft relaunch’ of city purchasing card system
Informally known as P-cards, the system was meant to streamline small purchases that need to be made quickly.
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Education
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Richmond lands $8 million grant for student trades program
Richmond was one of nine cities chosen for the opportunity.
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Features
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Richmond's Flag, Part 3: Modern day boatmen recreate the freedom of the batteaux era
June 20th is launch day for this year’s 41st edition of the festival.
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Local News
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The Richmonder is taking legal action against the Richmond School Board. Here’s why.
We did not arrive at this decision lightly, but we believe it is an important action to take as part of our mission to shine a light on how taxpayer dollars are used.
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Newsletter
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June 12 Newsletter: Waving the flag
Code refresh rolls on as City Council is asked to address three big questions. Plus, where to watch the World Cup in Richmond, and a look at the upcoming National Speech and Debate Tournament.
Sports
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King William uses run-rule victory to claim state title
The girls in the visiting dugout Saturday afternoon fell behind by one run early. That’s when they started chirping away.
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Matoaca softball's dream season extended; at least 7 other teams will play for state titles Saturday
