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Local tradition returns with Giving Heart’s Thanksgiving Day feast

Richmond’s long-standing tradition returns Thursday as The Giving Heart hosts its 20th annual Thanksgiving Day Feast at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Slashed federal funding, rising costs could affect Abigail Spanberger’s agenda

Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin said a group of corporate executives that advise him on how much tax revenue Virginia’s economy can expect are “cautiously optimistic” about the coming budget cycle.

‘We’re toast’: Virginia GOP erupts in finger-pointing after sweeping Democratic wins

Rick Buchanan didn’t expect to walk out before the first session even ended.

Program offers high school seniors free access to HBCU applications

Richmond high school seniors are getting an opportunity to apply to historically Black colleges and universities without paying application fees, thanks to a partnership between KR Scholars and Richmond Public Schools.

Holiday closings

In observance of Thanksgiving Day, please note the following closings:

Avula proposes collaborative approach to Richmond public housing

Mayor Danny Avula urged Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority officials on Nov. 19 to put residents at the center of public housing decisions, calling for more cooperation, transparency and community involvement in developments like Gilpin Court.

McClellan names 2025 Veteran of the Year for 4th District

U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan recently announced U.S. Air Force Col. William Woodard Butler as the 2025 Veteran of the Year for Virginia’s 4th Congressional District.

City to install pedestrian hybrid beacon at Cary and Commonwealth

The city will install a pedestrian hybrid beacon at Cary Street and Commonwealth Avenue to improve access to Mary Munford Elementary School and the nearby playground.

New Richmond Code Refresh draft pulls back on upzoning proposals

Richmond planners rolled out a revised version of the city’s Code Refresh zoning map on Nov. 18, pulling back on several proposals from the first version — including limits on height, density and where additional units can be built — …

Court lifts seal on motion in FOIA dispute with former officer

A previously sealed court filing in a lawsuit over the city’s handling of public records was made public on Nov. 13 after tense exchanges between the judge and the city’s attorney.

Ex-shelter director pleads guilty

RVA Sister’s Keeper former director Kia Player has pleaded guilty to wire fraud related to a homeless shelter for women and children that operated from 2022 to 2023.

City, VCU launch plan to improve intersection safety with left-turn hardening

At several busy intersections across Virginia Commonwealth University’s campuses, drivers often cut corners on left turns, forcing pedestrians and cyclists to stay alert.

Local Starbucks employees join national walkout demanding better pay

Richmond Starbucks workers joined baristas at more than 40 stores across the U.S. on Nov. 13 in an open-ended strike over contract disputes, closing 65 unionized locations on the company’s annual Red Cup Day.

Hylton appointed interim Dale District supervisor

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors has appointed LeQuan M. Hylton as interim Dale District supervisor, filling the seat left vacant after the death of James M. “Jim” Holland, who died Oct. 14.

Former U.S. ambassador Timmy Davis to speak at VCU graduation

Timmy Davis, former U.S. ambassador to Qatar, will speak at Virginia Commonwealth University’s commencement next month.

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