May 16 Newsletter: Mayo Island park update
Plus, two new additions to a list of historic sites, Riverrock returns this weekend, counting pollen high above Richmond, and a final call for 25 in '25 nominations.
Michael Phillips
May 14 Newsletter: The tattoo capital
Plus, what you need to know about the city budget, a full forecast ahead of a hot weekend, and a mysterious personnel move at City Hall.
May 12 Newsletter: Tiny home village proposed to fight homelessness
Also, is a building near you vacant? And a look at the upcoming real estate tax freeze, and the story of a Richmond man who has now run on each of the city's 2,200 roads.
May 9 Newsletter: Richmond charter school proposal gets state committee blessing
Plus, a turbulent funding environment for nonprofits continues, and the Parks department is rethinking the city's urban ranger role. Also, a peek into our recent donor q&a.
Southside nonprofit has $350k federal grant canceled as turbulent funding environment continues
“It does feel like we’re all feeling the same anxiety.”
May 7 Newsletter: Tax rebate check delay
Plus, the RPS vs. bus drivers overtime pay debate becomes even more heated after the firing of five drivers, an earthquake was felt across the Richmond area yesterday, and a nonprofit receives city money without filling out an application.
May 5 Newsletter: Bus station advertising arrives
Plus, Kings Dominion turns 50, VMFA neighbors drop their lawsuit, and a nonprofit with a unique affordable housing model is working on a new project in Richmond's East End.
