Richmond expects millions in unbudgeted taxes from Airbnb rentals. It’s unclear where the money will go
One Councilor said it shows the process could be improved through better planning.
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Spanning the city
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Two more city properties, including former school once earmarked for Planned Parenthood, could be surplused for affordable housing
“The number one priority is affordability.”
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Juneteenth events around Richmond this week
City and county offices will be closed on Friday in observence.
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Bernie Henderson, advisor to governors and ‘the very epitome of an engaged citizen,’ dies at 75
"If you couldn’t figure out how to get something done, you’d call Bernie."
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DPU suspends water cutoffs as billing glitches continue
Some customers of the Richmond Department of Public Utilities are still experiencing billing problems as the department works to transition to new backend systems.
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Sen. Tim Kaine opens National Speech and Debate Tournament
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Lavender Hill owner sues city, City Council over SUP denial
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Judge dismisses defamation suit over professorial drama at VCU’s Wilder School
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Atlee baseball falls to Woodgrove in Class 4 state championship
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King William uses run-rule victory to claim state title
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Hanover, Freeman fall in girls lacrosse finals
One play stood out as being potentially decisive.
City Government
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Two more city properties, including former school once earmarked for Planned Parenthood, could be surplused for affordable housing
“The number one priority is affordability.”
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Education
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Richmond lands $8 million grant for student trades program
Richmond was one of nine cities chosen for the opportunity.
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Features
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Richmond's Flag, Part 3: Modern day boatmen recreate the freedom of the batteaux era
June 20th is launch day for this year’s 41st edition of the festival.
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Local News
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Juneteenth events around Richmond this week
City and county offices will be closed on Friday in observence.
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Newsletter
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June 15 Newsletter: Bringing back the batteau
Four local high schools won state titles this weekend, the Lavender Hill saga continues, and more from the fallout after the abrupt firing of a VCU instructor in the Wilder School.
Sports
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Atlee baseball falls to Woodgrove in Class 4 state championship
Runs were at a premium Saturday.
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