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This Shatteringly Crisp Fried Chicken Keeps Locals Lining Up at a FAMILY Soul Food Spot in Richmond, Virginia

Open Mon–Thu, 11 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sat, 11 AM–10 PM. Even Kevin Hart waits in line at Mama J’s Kitchen in Richmond, and he’s fine with it. 😄. The draw is shatteringly crisp fried chicken and a menu built from Velma Johnson’s family Sunday dinners.

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Colonial Heights, VA · 2d

Inside the Largest Arby’s in the World: It Has More Than Meats the Eye

I recently spent an afternoon in the world’s biggest Arby’s in Colonial Heights, Virginia. A short drive down Interstate 95 from Richmond, Virginia, on Temple Lake Drive, it’s a rustic, gigantic reddish stone building that stands out next to the smaller, gray ones beside it. Without the...

Henrico Citizen

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Restaurant Watch: Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2026

Kung Fu Tea , 10827 West Broad Street – During a routine inspection on Oct. 26, inspectors observed the designated hand sink outside the kitchen being used as a dump sink, with no front counter hand sinks used for handwashing; dark buildup on the back kitchen ice machine shield; no food

Richmond, VA · 18h

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Virginia Thrift Hunters Keep Talking About This Giant Store In Richmond, So Bring An Empty Trunk

Some thrift stores take ten minutes to see. This one in Richmond can swallow an entire afternoon, and nobody seems to mind. Room after room holds furniture, clothes, records, cookware, books, and odd little treasures you did not know you needed. Shoppers walk in planning to grab one lamp and...

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Henrico Citizen

Henrico Fur Finder: Nov. 11, 2026

Every Wednesday, the Henrico Fur Finder highlights pets looking for a forever home at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter. Hover over each animal's picture to see their name, sex, and breed. Animals are sometimes adopted quickly; the shelter cannot guarantee any animal’s availability, and animals cannot

Glen Allen, VA · 1d

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From shelter to snuggles: RACC seeks Thanksgiving foster homes for pets

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Richmond Animal Care and Control (RACC) is looking for families willing to foster a dog or cat for the Thanksgiving holiday. Families who are interested can foster a furry friend from Nov. 22 through Dec. 5. RACC will provide the supplies and food for the pet.

Richmond, VA · 3d

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Seven Small-Town Virginia Taverns Have Been Pouring Beer And Frying Burgers Since Before You Were Born

Some Virginia taverns were feeding travelers back when the roads outside were dirt and the customers arrived on horseback, and a few of them are still flipping burgers today. This list rounds up seven old-school spots, from a courthouse tavern George Washington knew to a ten-stool Roanoke counter that never closes.

Virginia · 1d

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2026 RVA Downtown Holiday Activities Announced

Celebrate the season with the many holiday events happening in Downtown Richmond! From the excitement of the Dominion Energy Christmas Parade, to the coziness of Richmond Ballet’s Nutcracker, to the anticipation of seeing Richmond’s skyline light up for RVA Illuminates, Downtown Richmond is full of events to enjoy, places to shop, and performances to see during the holidays.

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A familiar face and a helping hand: Grocery store employee marks 30 years

CHESTERFIELD, Va. (Aging Untold) — Kenny Minor has spent 30 years working at the Food Lion, his first job out of high school. Customers and management say he remains one of the store’s most dependable employees. A fixture in the community. Janice Judkins, a customer who has shopped...

Chesterfield, VA · 2d

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Petersburg opens new park to honor local veterans

PETERSBURG − Against the backdrop of Veterans Day , Petersburg leaders and citizens gathered to dedicate a downtown park designed to honor the city's past, present and future veterans. The Nov. 11 ceremony dedicated Rotary Memorial Peace Park, a 9,700-square-foot former parking lot repurposed into a greenspace in which to relax and reflect. It is bordered by East Washington, North Jefferson and Franklin streets. Peace Park is the brainchild of Richard Taylor, a longtime Petersburg resident and civic leader who started work on it a few years ago after receiving a call from someone alerting him to the condition of the old parking lot. "It really was a labor of love," Taylor told the audience. Through the generosity of local businesses, Petersburg Rotarians and a $15,000 grant from the Rotary Foundation, the old asphalt was ripped out and replaced with soil and sod − and all done without spending a single city penny. The size of the park is 9,726 square feet. Taylor said that number was chosen for a reason. "I say 9,726 because if it had been 10,000 square feet, I would have had to apply to the federal government for a permit to get rid of [the

Petersburg, VA · 1d

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Merrimont Brings a Season of Festive Experiences to Maymont

RICHMOND, Va. -- The holiday season is getting underway at Maymont, where visitors can enjoy festive experiences ranging from historic mansion tours and hands-on workshops to holiday shopping. The seasonal Merrimont celebration runs from November 19 through January 3. For the first time in three years, the Maymont Mansion will...

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Snow Days Mean Hot Chocolate And Grilled Sandwiches At These 6 Cozy Virginia Cafes

When snow shuts down school and slows the roads, a warm cafe can turn a stuck day into a good one. Virginia has plenty of small, friendly spots where hot chocolate and grilled sandwiches are the real stars. This list covers six of them, from a Shenandoah Valley main street...

Virginia · 16h

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A Rescued Virginia Dog Is This Year’s Christmas Parade Grand Marshal

Richmond's Christmas Parade will have an extra-special leader this year.

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Henrico Citizen

Varina alum and artist celebrates school’s historic milestone with gifted painting

Artist Joseph Mack has been commissioned by the families of several legendary entertainers – Chadwick Boseman, James Brown, B. B. King, and others – to create portraits of them. But coming home to dedicate a portrait to his alma mater, Varina High School, was a special full-circle moment for

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Vintage Boxing Gym builds fitness, confidence and community in Richmond

RICHMOND, Va. -- Whether you’re looking for a new workout or a supportive community, Vintage Boxing Gym offers boxing training for a variety of ages, backgrounds and fitness levels. The Richmond gym is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and focuses on more than learning how to...

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Thanks for nothing, Pollard and Bagby

One morning I awoke to my roommate banging violently on my bedroom door. After a few moments, I made out the words “a huge roach just crawled into your room.” This came after weeks of sending work orders into our property managers, Pollard and Bagby. By the time...

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Two Central Virginia Elementary Schools selected to produce Disney musicals

According to WRIC 8 News, two Central Virginia elementary schools have been selected to participate in Disney Musicals in Schools for the 2026-27 school year through the corporation's Stage Connect program.

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Kings Dominion Debuts Hops & Harvest Fest With Craft Beer Flights, Fall Bites

Kings Dominion is rolling out a brand-new fall celebration this month, with the Hops & Harvest Festival set to take over International Street starting Saturday. The amusement park is billing it as its newest seasonal event, running on select dates from Nov. 14 through Nov. 29. According to kingsdominion.com, the...

Richmond, VA · 21h

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Grab your popcorn: WinterWorld announces Friday Movie Nights lineup

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - WinterWorld at CarMax Park is just around the corner, and the list of movies for Friday Movie Nights has been revealed. The inaugural WinterWorld will be open Nov. 19 through Jan. 3, and will include a variety of family-friendly activities. The lineup for Friday Movie Nights...