Over neighbor objections, Planning Commission greenlights ‘compromise’ plans for Jahnke apartments, Hanover townhomes
“A good compromise means nobody’s happy.”
The Bridge
Spanning the city
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Thousands line Monument Ave. to protest on 5-year anniversary of John Lewis' death
Protestors advocated for various causes, with anti-ICE enforcement the most common theme.
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25 in '25: Ed Shibley's dedication to the Lebanese Food Festival, and his neighbors, spans decades
Shibley said he’s been working at the Lebanese Food Festival since it started and uses grape leaves from his garden to make many of the dishes.
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As Richmond’s departing finance director touts progress, she warns there’s still ‘pockets of secrecy and sabotage’
The list of aspirations for the future included a “culture of excellence adhered to by all employees” and the “right people in the right seats.”
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Proposed ‘vape shop’ ordinance would ban new smoke shops in most of Richmond
Research has shown that “the number, density and proximity of retailers to schools are associated with greater numbers of adolescents who smoke,” said a city official.
The Richmonder presents: 25 in '25
Meet the people who make us proud to be Richmonders.
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Richmond’s new CAO says city needs ‘overhaul’ of some spending policies
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Amphitheater's use of Belle Isle parking lot is raising questions from nearby residents
The lot in question is co-owned by the city and Venture Richmond, which manages it under a lease agreement first made in 2012, when the city first built the 2nd Street Connector. -
25 in '25: Sally Holzgrefe started the Fan Arts Stroll
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E-scooters are used more than Richmond’s bike share, but the city views both as important transport options
The city pays about $200,000 each year to operate the bike share program, while e-scooters bring in about $168,000 in revenue. -
Richmond taps official from Prince George’s County, Md., as economic development director
The city of Richmond is hiring an official from the D.C. suburbs to serve as its next director of economic development. -
RPS Roundup: Suggested salary increases total $8.7 mil, early literacy achievement, REA contract
“We will have tough decisions to make and we’ll have to consider whether we’re able to make this change at this time.”
City Government
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Over neighbor objections, Planning Commission greenlights ‘compromise’ plans for Jahnke apartments, Hanover townhomes
“A good compromise means nobody’s happy.”
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Education
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RPS Roundup: Suggested salary increases total $8.7 mil, early literacy achievement, REA contract
“We will have tough decisions to make and we’ll have to consider whether we’re able to make this change at this time.”
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Features
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25 in '25: Ed Shibley's dedication to the Lebanese Food Festival, and his neighbors, spans decades
Shibley said he’s been working at the Lebanese Food Festival since it started and uses grape leaves from his garden to make many of the dishes.
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Local News
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Thousands line Monument Ave. to protest on 5-year anniversary of John Lewis' death
Protestors advocated for various causes, with anti-ICE enforcement the most common theme.
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Newsletter
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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.
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Sports
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Colonial Downs will have camel, ostrich and zebra races on Friday night
Colonial Downs will mix up its usual horse racing offerings on Friday night with camel races, and put out a call for “celebrity” riders.
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