Richmond is rushing to do a solar energy deal. Some officials see ‘a lot of risk’
“The city’s been working on this for a long time and has done extensive research and diligence, and the team feels great about moving forward.”
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Planning Commission balks at plan to convert affordable West End apartments into high-end townhouses
“This is not what the city of Richmond needs,” said Commissioner Rebecca Rowe.
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Longtime film industry champion Andy Edmunds mortgaged his home to produce his own film, which debuts Tuesday in Richmond
“The Cashier” is a dark comedy set in Richmond.
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IG: No evidence proving tip Richmond workers were buying ‘baggies full of fresh weed’
Investigators found no evidence proving it was true, but could make no definitive conclusion it was false.
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High school football: Week 4 featured several surprising results
Occasionally, you experience a football Friday night with results that can leave you scratching your head. Week 4 was just that. It was also lightning-free, and for that we rejoice. As results were pinging on phones across the region, eyebrows were raised. Yes, there was the expected, such as -
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Richmond School Board candidates Anne Holton and Jackie McDonnough made their case to voters Thursday night at a debate held at the Ann Hardy Community Center.
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Richmond is rushing to do a solar energy deal. Some officials see ‘a lot of risk’
“The city’s been working on this for a long time and has done extensive research and diligence, and the team feels great about moving forward.”
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Education
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Holton, McDonnough stress importance of teachers, but differ on details at debate
Richmond School Board candidates Anne Holton and Jackie McDonnough made their case to voters Thursday night at a debate held at the Ann Hardy Community Center.
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Move over, Scott’s Addition. Manchester could be getting its own urban trail and park.
“To live or work within walking distance to the James is an incredible thing and therefore, access to it must remain a priority for the Manchester community.”
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Longtime film industry champion Andy Edmunds mortgaged his home to produce his own film, which debuts Tuesday in Richmond
“The Cashier” is a dark comedy set in Richmond.
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Newsletter
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Sept. 21 Newsletter: Solar showdown
Emails obtained by The Richmonder show internal conflict at City Hall. Plus, why the Planning Commission rejected tearing down apartments to build high-end townhomes, the latest on Flock, and more.
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Sports
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High school football: Week 4 featured several surprising results
Occasionally, you experience a football Friday night with results that can leave you scratching your head. Week 4 was just that. It was also lightning-free, and for that we rejoice. As results were pinging on phones across the region, eyebrows were raised. Yes, there was the expected, such as
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