Richmond’s new transportation director wants a city ‘built for people.’ His work is increasingly urgent.
Andy Boenau says he understands why so many American cities were designed to get cars moving as quickly as possible.
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Spanning the city
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After being jailed for allegedly soliciting murder, Richmond real estate agent dies on Sunday
Henrico Police said they were called to the county’s jail "for a reported medical emergency involving Mr. Barrett who appeared to have harmed himself."
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Three arrested and charged in Shockoe Bottom shooting
“I want people to know that you are welcome, but your guns are not," said Mayor Danny Avula.
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From the audience desk: Last month's biggest stories
Most-viewed story of the month: Max Posner’s powerful photo montage of the Walk for Peace. It feels good to look at them again. That was a beautiful Richmond moment that already seems like a long time ago.
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At charged meeting, Trammell calls for citizen commission to rethink code refresh
Several city councilors in attendance said they were still considering the idea.
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Henrico girls comeback attempt falls short in state semis
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School Board votes to spend at least $2 million to add turf athletic field at new high school
Kamras said the RHSA community “would feel disrespected if they did not get what they were expecting.”
City Government
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City offices, trash collection will close Monday for International Women's Day
It is one of 14 paid employees for city workers. Schools will remain open.
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Education
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School Board votes to spend at least $2 million to add turf athletic field at new high school
Kamras said the RHSA community “would feel disrespected if they did not get what they were expecting.”
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Features
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Richmond’s new transportation director wants a city ‘built for people.’ His work is increasingly urgent.
Andy Boenau says he understands why so many American cities were designed to get cars moving as quickly as possible.
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Local News
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After being jailed for allegedly soliciting murder, Richmond real estate agent dies on Sunday
Henrico Police said they were called to the county’s jail "for a reported medical emergency involving Mr. Barrett who appeared to have harmed himself."
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Newsletter
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March 9 Newsletter: Meet the new transportation director
City offices are closed today to observe International Women's Day. Also, RPS voted to spend at least $2 million on a turf athletic field at its newest high school, remembering 'Spike' Burke, and a look inside CarMax Park.
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Sports
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Henrico girls comeback attempt falls short in state semis
From the opening tip, the Crabbers (20-6) made a forceful statement with their defense.
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