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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Spanning the city
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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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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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Atlee baseball falls to Woodgrove in Class 4 state championship
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King William uses run-rule victory to claim state title
The girls in the visiting dugout Saturday afternoon fell behind by one run early. That’s when they started chirping away.
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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Martin Agency and ex-exec settle #MeToo-era lawsuit out of court
The Martin Agency and its former chief creative officer settled a long-running lawsuit stemming from his ouster in 2017 amid allegations of sexual harassment.
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Newsletter
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June 17 Newsletter: Finding lost money
Plus, a long-running lawsuit by a Martin Agency exec is settled, the city is eyeing more land for affordable housing development, and DPU bill woes continue.
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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