Catch up on The Richmonder's local reporting
As our journalists take a breather on this holiday weekend, we invite you to revisit some of the in-depth storytelling we've done over the past couple months. I've shared some of my favorites below.
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In memoriam: Former R-Braves general manger Roger Bottorff dies at 89
“He didn’t want to see wrong in people … only good. He was just a wonderful person to be around.”
Richmond water plant under new management as City Hall staff changes continue
Doug Towne, who was serving as the water plant’s superintendent when January’s water crisis struck, has been put on paid administrative leave, officials said.
Update: Tax bills have now been sent to mortgage lenders
"For taxpayers whose lenders typically pay the bill on their behalf, no further action is required."
Citywide cultural heritage plan stalls at Planning Commission over money, workability concerns
“It makes me a little nervous when we’re going to protect something without any guidance on what we’re protecting.”
May 23 Newsletter: New housing vouchers paused
Richmond's parks are the 16th best! And a documentary about the James River finds its way to TV. Plus, threats close local schools early, and the death of a longtime Capitol fixture.
Longtime Capitol doorkeeper, who fought for civil rights alongside MLK, dies at 96
A lifelong advocate for civil rights and community progress, he died peacefully last Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 96, leaving behind a lasting impact on Richmond.
