July 18 Newsletter: Zoning compromises A protest on Monument Ave., new restrictions could be on the way for vape shops, and Richmond's departing finance director warns of "pockets of secrecy and sabotage." Plus, another installment of 25 in '25.
Members: Join us for a live online Q&A Thursday at noon The Richmonder's reporting team will answer your questions about the stories they've written, how we gather the news, or anything else that's on your mind. It will take place Thursday afternoon at noon.
July 16 Newsletter: Bikes and scooters The city pays about $200k a year to keep its bike share program running. Also, a new parking controversy at the amphitheater, Richmond taps a D.C.-area official as its new economic development director, and the 25 in '25 series continues.
July 14 Newsletter: A new normal for nonprofits Plus, the debut of our 25 in '25 series honoring unsung heroes in the community. We'll profile a new person in each newsletter leading up to our celebration event on September 19.
July 11 Newsletter: 10,000 trucks of dirt Plus, you can legally buy liquor the day before you turn 21, an indoor tennis center is proposed, and a meeting to show options for a Shockoe burial ground. For members, an invitation to a Zoom with Richmonder reporters.
July 9 Newsletter: Rename Armstrong High? Plus, an alley garden in the Fan sparks debate, the city wants to rehab the Intermediate Terminal, police officials say a license place database was used for immigration enforcement, and a City Council meeting update.
July 7 Newsletter: Secret agreements Richmond cut a deal to get its inspector general to leave. It’s so secret, officials can’t even say it exists. Plus, a zine celebrates what we love about Richmond, and a rental inspection program gets one step closer to reality.