At 212 years old, it’s Chesterfield’s most famous tree. But it’s time to say goodbye.
Once the tree is removed, its wood will be transformed into benches, commemorative items and historical artifacts.
The Bridge
Spanning the city
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At regional water meeting, VDH lauds ‘extraordinary’ improvements at Richmond facility
The city is already moving on the filter improvement project, with a contractor in place and the goal of finishing next year.
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Judge restricts picketing at Lewis Ginter, but stops short of banning it
Both sides said after the meeting there has not been any exchange of proposals in recent days.
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Chesterfield police employee arrested for misusing Flock cameras
A police department spokesperson said they wouldn’t discuss an ongoing case.
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Richmond picks developer to convert city-owned parking lot in Shockoe into mixed-income housing
The city release said construction could begin as early as August 2027.
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City Government
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Former DPU worker stole $17K of copper and aluminum wire, inspector general found
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Education
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Amelia Street School will embrace nature with new trail
The outdoor access will help encourage teachers and students to use the space as a learning center.
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Features
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Richmond's haunted houses are a year-round effort for their owners
The work for next Halloween begins almost immediately after the last season ends.
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Local News
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At regional water meeting, VDH lauds ‘extraordinary’ improvements at Richmond facility
The city is already moving on the filter improvement project, with a contractor in place and the goal of finishing next year.
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Newsletter
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Oct. 2 Newsletter: Keyless car thefts
The teenager who was pepper sprayed at a concert on Brown’s Island last year is suing. Plus, the city has picked a developer for a vacant parking lot in Shockoe Bottom that will have 190 housing units.
Sports
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Pierce, Midlothian good as gold after upending Manchester 34-30
Behind QB Gross (5 TDs), Trojans rally in fourth quarter for second straight impressive victory
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