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River access, hammocks and a lot more plants: Richmond unveils first long-term plan for Dock Street Park

River access, hammocks and a lot more plants: Richmond unveils first long-term plan for Dock Street Park

Sarah Vogelsong

Sarah Vogelsong

May 14, 2026 | 3:42 PM EDT

The plan would also re-grade a steep slope leading to the river.
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Hardywood unveils an IPA beer with less than 100 calories


A portion of proceeds will benefit the James River Association.
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Richmond added 800k new tourists in 2025, visitors bureau says


The Richmond area welcomed 19.1 million visitors last year according to data released Thursday by the region’s tourism bureau.
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‘Chill’ bear tranquilized after journey into Oregon Hill


Animal control officials in Richmond are trying to catch a bear seen in in Oregon Hill early Thursday.
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Don't call it a playground: Belle Isle's new 'Nature Exploration Area' is the future of park play


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After late-night procedural maneuvering, Lavender Hill event space permit is voted down by City Council


“In the end, we weren’t able to bridge the gap.”
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A former Virginia Union student returned to finish his degree – alongside his daughter


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