Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Nov. 30, COVID-19 accounted for .5% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness low but trending up from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that period at …
City Council approves funding for small business program, foundation for returning citizens
Richmond’s small businesses and a re-entry service for the formerly incarcerated were the focus of a special City Council meeting Monday afternoon, where members approved funding for a new grant program and the Help Me Help You Foundation.
Kaine, Spanberger join efforts to address drug shortages
Southside Virginia resident Wendy Oliver’s body might be frail amid her struggle with Lupus — an autoimmune disease that has rendered her disabled — but her spirit is strong as she and her husband navigate accessing her pain medication amid …
Virginia mail service improves; second Trump push to privatize USPS ‘unlikely’
U.S. Postal Service operations have continued to improve, but a bipartisan coalition of state leaders say more work is needed to get the service to a level Virginians deserve.
Clothing company elevates style with a personal touch
What’s one more thing that can make television personality Stephen A. Smith raise his voice in praise? Apparently the work of local custom tailoring service Andre’ Julius.
Richmond leaders named to Avula’s inauguration committee, transition team
Mayor-elect Danny Avula has enlisted dozens of local officials and experts as he prepares to take office next year. Key leaders will participate in an inauguration celebration scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 11, while others will advise his administration on the …
Trial set for Richmond employee’s FOIA lawsuit
A $250,000 suit filed against the City of Richmond by former employee Connie Clay is set to be heard in a jury trial next September, following a contentious hearing over the current state of the case Friday.
Officials join families for annual turkey giveaway
Hundreds of families gathered at River City Middle School on Saturday for the 6th Annual Turkey Giveaway and Resource Fair, the largest of its kind in the Metro Richmond area. Organized by Delegate Mike Jones (D-77th), the event distributed over …
North Side church hosts annual Thanksgiving distribution
Cars began lining up before 10 a.m. outside Trinity Baptist Church last Saturday, eager to receive a box of food for Thanksgiving. The event, hosted by the Sarah T. Turner Missionary Society, saw more than 150 families receive boxes filled …
Holiday closings
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, please note the following closings:
Health officials urge vaccinations
With Thanksgiving approaching, health officials from the Richmond and Henrico health districts are urging residents to take precautions against respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, flu, and RSV, to ensure a safe holiday season.
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Nov. 23, COVID-19 accounted for .4% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness low but trending up from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that period at …
Henrico CASA swears in 11 new advocates to support children
Eleven community members were sworn in Nov. 20 as the newest Court Appointed Special Advocates in Henrico County, joining a critical mission to support children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
RPS to receive $244k grant in security equipment upgrades
Richmond Public Schools will receive nearly $245,000 in state grant funding to enhance security equipment across its schools.
Botanical Garden workers vote to unionize
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden workers voted 37-13 in favor of unionization on Nov. 21.
