Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Dec. 7, COVID-19 accounted for .6% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness moderate and trending up compared to previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that period …
Panel to grapple with racial history of state colleges, universities
For decades, Virginia’s public colleges and universities expanded campuses to accommodate growing student populations – often at the expense of Black communities.
Renovations at John Marshall High School signal ongoing infrastructure needs
What was once a yard overrun with tall weeds and grass at John Marshall High School is now transformed with a new metal wall, clear glass windows and a courtyard for students to lunch and learn.
Shockoe Project continues to advance with new developments
Richmond officials and architects gathered Monday afternoon at Ancarrow’s Landing to celebrate and update the public on the latest developments in the multi-million-dollar Shockoe Project.
Dept. of Corrections confirm inmates burned themselves: lawmakers want investigation
At least six incarcerated people have burned themselves at western Virginia’s Red Onion State Prison, the Virginia Department of Corrections confirmed Wednesday.
Virginia War Memorial to Host 83rd Annual Pearl Harbor Day
Virginia War Memorial will host a solemn and reflective gathering to honor the lives lost during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. The 83rd Commonwealth’s Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at …
RPS bids farewell to outgoing School Board Members
Richmond Public Schools Board Chairwoman Dawn Page, 8th District, teared up as family, community members and former school board colleagues congratulated her for her service at Monday night’s school board meeting.
Leadership Metro Richmond seeks new president
Leadership Metro Richmond has launched a search for its next President and CEO, seeking a dynamic leader to advance its mission of fostering leadership and community connection in the greater Richmond region.
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.