Government Archives

New Law Spotlight: Virginia schools must test for lead in water supply beginning July 1st

June 26, 2017 Capital News Service

With the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, safe drinking water is a high priority nationwide, especially for children. Beginning July 1st, schools in Virginia will be required to test their potable water for lead.

Multiple city departments hosting shelter dogs available for adoption Friday afternoon

June 23, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

The City of Richmond is celebrating National Bring Your Dog To Work Day in a big way, hosting shelter dogs from Richmond Animal Care and Control Friday afternoon in an effort to find them forever homes.

City rebrands natural gas division as Richmond Gas Works in effort to remain competitive

June 23, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

The new name, logo, and overall identity aims to help the city sell more gas and educate consumers amid an increasing number of energy choices, the department said.

Mayor announces 13-person commission to study adding context to Monument Avenue statues

June 22, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

The commission includes well-respected community and city leaders from a wide variety of perspectives and viewpoints, who will solicit public feedback and make official recommendations on how to add context to, rather than outright remove, the city’s Confederate statues.

First Lady McAuliffe, Mayor Stoney kick off program to provide free summer meals to kids in need

June 20, 2017 RVAHub Staff

The program will provide free, nutritious meals to anyone under the age of 18 at 80 locations across the city all summer long.

Primary Results: Northam faces Gillespie, Fairfax versus Vogel, upset for Sheriff C.T. Woody

June 14, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

Ralph Northam (D) will face Ed Gillespie (R) on the ballot for governor this November; Justin Fairfax (D) takes on Jill Vogel (R); a look at local House, Sheriff, and Board of Supervisors races, and the noticeable gap in turnout by party.

Planned Scott’s Addition mixed-income housing project receives $2.5 million in state grants

June 13, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

The project will see the transformation of the former Quality Inn at 3200 W. Broad Street into 200 units of mixed-income rental housing, retail space, and other community amenities with close access to a bike share center and the GRTC Pulse.

Everything you need to know: 2017 Virginia primary election guide

June 12, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

The 2017 Virginia primary is upon us, and there are lots of things to know before you go to the polls to cast your ballot. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide in an attempt to

Monroe Park renovations on track as debate continues over adding contemporary features to city’s oldest public park

June 12, 2017 Capital News Service

Monroe Park will reopen next spring with a slew of improvements if work remains on schedule, but rival factions are battling over whether to modernize the park with contemporary features or make it look as it did during its heyday in the early 1900s.

Councilwoman Kim Gray holding 2nd District meeting Thursday evening

May 31, 2017 Trevor Dickerson

Bring your questions, comments, and concerns and get updates on the district from city leaders at the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center.

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