A high school coach held football practice in blistering heat. What happened next nearly tore the team apart
After his departure, several parents emailed administrators to voice support for the former coach and described him as a role model.
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As EDA told Squirrels to vacate Diamond, officials gave VCU the option for new lease
Richmond’s EDA could end up with two ballparks leased to two different baseball teams.
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Richmond City Council scales back 2015 financial transparency law over privacy concerns
“After a very long period, I think we got it right.”
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With more growth on the horizon, Chesterfield opts to level capacity between old and new schools
Last academic year, Curtis Elementary was at roughly 96% capacity, according to the county’s website.
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YWCA partially reopens Sprout School as parents call for a board investigation into operations
YWCA leaders asked for time to develop and implement solutions that would improve all Sprout Schools.
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Richmond City Council scales back 2015 financial transparency law over privacy concerns
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With more growth on the horizon, Chesterfield opts to level capacity between old and new schools
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As EDA told Squirrels to vacate Diamond, officials gave VCU the option for new lease
Richmond’s EDA could end up with two ballparks leased to two different baseball teams.
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Oct. 14 Newsletter: Murder rates drop to decade-long lows
Plus, VCU baseball is planning to be back at The Diamond next year, Mayor Danny Avula addresses the Flock controversy, and a strike at the Sprout School.
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Sports
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A high school coach held football practice in blistering heat. What happened next nearly tore the team apart
After his departure, several parents emailed administrators to voice support for the former coach and described him as a role model.
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