As Council vets major solar deal, CAO says he’s ‘extremely comfortable’ with it
“I’m satisfied that we have mitigated the risk to an acceptable level where the reward far outweighs it.”
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East End Festival continues to inspire with a variety of well-known musical acts, students
The event is free, with donations requested, this Saturday at the 17th Street Market.
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From Collegiate to cartoons: Mike Henry brings a bit of Richmond to ‘Family Guy’ and ‘The Cleveland Show’
Henry will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award from Collegiate School, his alma mater.
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Richmond’s 2028 budget process begins with a focus on affordability, workforce investment and collaboration
Affordability will be central to the budget discussions and development, the mayor said.
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Block of Auburn Ave. next to Babe’s could be named for late owner Vicky Hester
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Branch Museum celebrates two creators who turn trash into art treasures
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'These buildings have become infamous': Henrico buys vacant properties near airport with intent to redevelop
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Planning Commission balks at plan to convert affordable West End apartments into high-end townhouses
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High school football: Week 4 featured several surprising results
Occasionally, you experience a football Friday night with results that can leave you scratching your head. Week 4 was just that. It was also lightning-free, and for that we rejoice. As results were pinging on phones across the region, eyebrows were raised. Yes, there was the expected, such as
City Government
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As Council vets major solar deal, CAO says he’s ‘extremely comfortable’ with it
“I’m satisfied that we have mitigated the risk to an acceptable level where the reward far outweighs it.”
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Education
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Holton, McDonnough stress importance of teachers, but differ on details at debate
Richmond School Board candidates Anne Holton and Jackie McDonnough made their case to voters Thursday night at a debate held at the Ann Hardy Community Center.
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Features
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From Collegiate to cartoons: Mike Henry brings a bit of Richmond to ‘Family Guy’ and ‘The Cleveland Show’
Henry will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award from Collegiate School, his alma mater.
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Local News
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East End Festival continues to inspire with a variety of well-known musical acts, students
The event is free, with donations requested, this Saturday at the 17th Street Market.
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Newsletter
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Sept. 23 Newsletter: Mystery million
Henrico tries to spruce up the area around the airport by buying vacant properties, the city launches its newest budget cycle, and it's all about found art at the Branch Museum.
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Sports
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High school football: Week 4 featured several surprising results
Occasionally, you experience a football Friday night with results that can leave you scratching your head. Week 4 was just that. It was also lightning-free, and for that we rejoice. As results were pinging on phones across the region, eyebrows were raised. Yes, there was the expected, such as
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