Q&A event: How does FOIA help hold our leaders accountable?

What is the Freedom of Information Act? How do news outlets use it to learn about local government? What is the future of the law?

Join The Richmonder as our reporters host FOIA expert Megan Rhyne, who is the executive director of the Virginia Coalition for Open Government, for a Q&A with Richmonder donors.

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The Richmonder is sustained entirely by community funding. More than 1,200 donors have given to The Richmonder in the past year to support our mission.

The Zoom will take place from noon-1 p.m. on Thursday, October 16.

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Stay tuned for more exciting events and programming from The Richmonder, as we keep an eye on local government while spotlighting the best of our community.

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