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Residents, soon-to-be married couple in a jam after 3-alarm apartment fire in Richmond

Frustration lingers for residents, business owners and other renters at the Richmond multi-use building that caught fire a week ago. This includes a soon-to-be married couple, who lost their wedding venue.

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Richmond seeks redevelopment concepts for Northside property

Richmond is seeking concepts for the redevelopment of a city-owned Northside property.

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Shannon Taylor declares victory over Rob Wittman for the 1st Congressional District in Virginia

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District — which includes parts of Chesterfield, Henrico and Hanover counties, among others — headed to the polls to choose between challenger Shannon Taylor and sitting legislator Rob Wittman.

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Henrico and Hanover voters react to results; most say money drove their votes

The 2026 election is over and the results are in, along with reactions from voters across Central Virginia.

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Henrico Citizen

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Henrico planners recommend another delay for revised Hadad's Lake redevelopment proposal

The new Oasis Point proposal includes revised zoning and operating restrictions, but questions about security, traffic and infrastructure remain.

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Unconventional relief for veterans in pain

Army veteran Rogel Pagaduan remembers what it was like back in 2016 while still on active duty.

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Colonial Downs to remain Kentucky Derby qualifier for 2027

Hold your horses! An official qualifying race for the Kentucky Derby will once again be held at Colonial Downs in 2027.

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12onyourside.com

Winter is coming: Inaugural WinterWorld schedule revealed

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - 804Live has released the event schedule for the inaugural WinterWorld at CarMax Park. The winter festival will include a 12,500-square-foot ice skating pond, an ice slide, a Ferris wheel, and the tallest live Christmas tree in Richmond, standing at 45 feet. WinterWorld will also have several...

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Richmond is throwing a massive 3-day Pickle Party this weekend

From November 6-8, a group of Richmonders is turning a shared affection for pickles into an excuse to bring the city’s culinary, artistic, and cultural communities together for the inaugural Richmond Pickle Party. The celebration will take over the Arts District and Jackson Ward with nearly 75 local businesses, food trucks, fermenters, artists, performers, and more.

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Holiday events in Richmond require early booking for 2026 season

Area families preparing for the holidays must book several popular regional Christmas events ahead of time.

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Henrico begins residential leaf-collection programs

This week marks the start of Henrico County's residential leaf-collection services, with free and paid options available.

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Jamaican-born retired Navy officer installed as Jamaica’s Honorary Consul in Richmond

When you step inside Karl Bryan's Chesterfield County home, the walls are filled with moments in time.

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Henrico Citizen

Henrico's Democratic shift accelerates as Republican congressional vote totals plunge • Henrico planners recommend another delay for revised Hadad's Lake redevelopment proposal

Henrico's Democratic shift accelerates as Republican congressional vote totals plunge Democrats strengthened their hold on Henrico County in Tuesday's congressional elections, continuing a political shift that has accelerated during the past four years. The biggest change since the 2022 midterms wasn't simply that more

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Holiday Themed Bars in Virginia 2026

It’s officially holiday pop-up bar season! I love that so many spots are going all out for the holidays and I’m glad this trend just keeps getting bigger. I’ve updated this list for 2026 with every holiday bar I could confirm is coming back this year (plus a few new ones). Dates and details change fast this time of year, so double-check the bar’s website or Instagram before you head out.

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New Kristallnacht exhibit opens at Virginia Holocaust Museum

A new exhibit on Kristallnacht has opened at the Virginia Holocaust Museum.

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Axios Richmond

Richmond is first stop for LEGO's holiday workshop tour

A LEGO Holiday Workshop is popping up in Richmond this weekend — and it's the first stop on LEGO's nationwide holiday magic tour. Why it matters: The free, two-day pop-up lets fans of all ages build, play and get into the holiday spirit — LEGO-style. State of play: The workshop takes over West Broad Village in Short Pump on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 7–8) with seven interactive, holiday-themed stations. Attendees can: 🚗 Build and race LEGO cars down ramps, play LEGO video games and create their own holiday stories. 🦌 Make a mini LEGO reindeer to take home, build ornaments for a community tree and snap photos with a LEGO Yeti. 🧱 Let little builders explore a LEGO DUPLO play area designed for preschoolers. 🎁 Post a photo of your ornament with #BuildtoGive, and LEGO will donate a set to a child in need. What they're saying: LEGO chose Richmond as the tour's first stop because of its growing presence in the region, a company spokesperson tells Axios. That includes its $1 billion Chesterfield factory and a Prince George distribution center, both set to open in 2027. "Our growing team is proud to call Greater Richmond home," LEGO said in

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WAVY News 10

Every locality in Virginia moved more Democratic, says Gov. Spanberger

RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) – Democratic Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger addressed statewide election results during a virtual news conference from Richmond Wednesday, highlighting a Commonwealth-wide shift toward Democrats. Voters also approved three state constitutional amendments addressing reproductive rights, marriage equality and restoring voting rights for felons. During the news conference, Spanberger stated that every locality in […]

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Richmond mayor outlines tax changes after voters approve school sales tax

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - More than 60% of Richmond voters approved a 1% sales tax for local school construction on Tuesday, and Mayor Danny Avula is now providing details on the tax cuts he promised. The sales tax is expected to generate nearly $47 million every year, according to the...

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Virginia Mercury

At SCC hearing, Virginians say Dominion-NextEra merger could mean higher bills, new risk

In downtown Richmond outside the State Corporation Commission Thursday, dozens of protestors shouted their opposition to the NextEra-Dominion Energy merger, as public testimony in the case proceeded inside the SCC courtroom. Some demonstrators held aloft effigies of the three SCC commissioners, while others gave speeches outlining their concerns about the deal, saying it would create […]