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Newsletter
Dec. 26 Newsletter: The rest of the story
Great news for fans of the free amphitheater seating, a plastic bag tax is arriving on Jan. 1, and what's up with the Secret Sandwich dispute? Plus, how Pridefest persevered in a difficult environment and a CarMax Park update.
Dec. 24 Newsletter: Calendar queen calls it quits
Eliza B. Askin has sketched Richmond's sights for 46 years. Plus, a Richmonder's idea is now a network of community fridges, and we launch our year-end series where we catch up with newsmakers from the past year.
Dec. 22 Newsletter: Neon moon
You'll recognize this sign when you see it. Plus, bad news for morning Amtrak commuters, Richmond gets serious about cracking down on vape shops, and an upcoming puppet festival.
Dec. 19 Newsletter: What is affordable housing?
A departing RPS board member was named in a recent investigation into the district where she works full-time, Odie Donald marks his 100th day in office, and Virginia's favorite booze.
Dec. 17 Newsletter: Renovating the rails
Plus, City Council agrees on a FOIA Library proposal, the future of Gilpin Court will involve a cooperative agreement, and asking for "rent gouging" legislation from the state.
Dec. 15 Newsletter: Tent casino
Also, more than 60 area schools are 'off track' according to the state's new accountability metrics, the Richmond library is working through its book supplier going out of business, and an RPS lawsuit.
