Dec. 16 Newsletter: Collegiate coach's cancer journey documented The city launches a pilot program to treat opioid addition at the city jail, Richmond's former chief judge is disciplined, the USA Boxing national championships are here, and more!
New documentary chronicles Alex Peavey's cancer battle The family’s post-diagnosis motto has been, “Make plans but have no expectations.” The documentary features interviews with some of Peavey's former players, including Russell Wilson.
Richmond to launch $300K pilot program to treat opioid addiction in city jail City officials authorized using $300,000 in national opioid settlement money to help incarcerated people with drug problems.
USA Boxing national championships come to Richmond this week The event runs all week, with championship matches on Saturday.
Avula names chief of staff, starts search for new administrative leader to run City Hall Richmond Mayor-elect Danny Avula has named his campaign manager, Lawson Wijesooriya, as his chief of staff and will use the services of The Robert Bobb Group as he starts his national search for a new chief administrative officer to oversee the operations of city government.
Richmond's former chief judge disciplined over inappropriate conduct toward female attorneys Before his retirement in June, a prominent Richmond judge engaged in inappropriate conduct toward two female attorneys, a state judicial misconduct body concluded after an informal hearing.
Dec. 13 Newsletter: $65 million community center investment is nearing completion Weather: Gray, high of 48. On this date in 1981, a line forms from the Dooley Mansion to Maymont’s park entrance as the home is opened to the public and decorated as it would have been for a Victorian Christmas. Richmond put $65 million toward new and improved community