Richmond was a hotbed of peach innovation in the late 1800s, but many are now lost to history
These peaches were once rising stars in the pomology world, and all originated here in the city.
Latest
Rezoning opponents seek 16,000 signatures in attempt to put code refresh on the ballot
If passed, the petition would require General Assembly approval.
'Heat dome' will bring triple-digit temperatures to Richmond during holiday weekend
The National Weather Service is calling it a "potentially historic" heat wave.
June 29 Newsletter: Crafting Shockoe's future
Plus, a new playground at Chimborazo Elementary, get ready for an expanded Styrofoam ban, and an early voting location won't be available for this year's primary.
Three finalists share how they'd turn a Shockoe parking lot into affordable housing
The city is working to develop some of the lots it owns but isn't currently using into housing.
AI is increasingly being used to write news. We’ll never allow it.
Here at The Richmonder, we’re not anti-progress. But we believe the core value of local news is not having the most articles or clicks, but being in the community, representing you and your concerns when decisions are being made.
After years of advocacy, Chimborazo Elementary opens new playground
“We've been working hard, the kids deserve to play hard too.”
