One of our residents is looking for a permanent home for another lovely pup. “She is approx. 6 month old and was spayed back in Oct.2009 She has been with me since that day. She has great temperament, good with kids, cats, all other dogs.
Residents are asked to help “Keep the Wreath Green” throughout this holiday season. This program, which emphasizes fire safety, provides a visual reminder of the community’s success in preventing fires. Each Richmond Fire Station has a wreath placed on the front of the fire station. The wreath is illuminated with green light bulbs. If there [...]
From the Forest Hill Crime Watch and Lieutenant John A. O’Kleasky, Jr. of the Third District. Theft From Motor Vehicle: 517 W. 27th St.- Between 1730-0800 hrs., 12/07-08/2009, person(s) unknown entered the victim’s 2004 Honda minivan and removed a bag of toys, which were on the seat in plain view. The victim believes the vehicle [...]
Having braved the holiday crowds at our nearest Post Office, I made a point of asking the clerk when the branch was closing, as it had been previously announced. You’ll be happy to learn, that they have been removed from the list of USPS branch closings! Actually, it appears that there aren’t any Richmond area [...]
This Friday Westover Hills United Methodist will be having a funeral to memorialize a service member (Sgt. Brandon Islip age 23) killed in Afghanistan and they will be having a 21 gun salute as part of the ceremony. The Pastor wanted to spread the word so neighbors weren’t alarmed by the gun shots. We’ve contacted [...]
Our inside sources (the cashier at Lowes) tells us that a Burger King will be built in the spot where the old Wendy’s & Chubby’s were on Forest Hill Ave. I shall remain loyal to 5 Guys for my fast food burger fix.
All are welcome to attend.
From the Westover Rag: Westover Hills loves to put on its finest as the winter holidays arrive. This year, WHNA will again sponsor a competition to recognize residents for their holiday décor. Awards will be given in the following categories: Day decorations. Judging will be done during the day, with one prize for “best door [...]
If you support James River Park and what to show your support every time you drive you should sign up for a special license plate. The Friends of James River Park System are still working through the process: These unique plates are available for pre-orders NOW and, pending DMV approval should be delivered to you [...]
A South Richmond convenience store was robbed at gunpoint this morning. No injuries were reported. The robbery occurred at 4:34 a.m. at the 7-Eleven in the 6200 block of Jahnke Road. An employee told police that a black male dressed in all black clothing with something covering his face displayed a silver handgun and took [...]
From the RTD we learn that “Virginia’s charter-school law is the second-weakest in the nation, earning an F in a new report by The Center for Education Reform” and get a little insight into the uphill battle that some of our neighbors have been waging to get the Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts [...]
From the Forest Hill Neighborhood Crime Watch, although “break-in” might be a little exaggerated since it was unlocked: A neighbor in the 4100 block of Springhill has reported that last night (12/6/09) someone entered an unlocked car and rummaged through it, taking loose change. It seems like someone is prowling in the neighborhood looking for [...]
According to an email from the Department of Public Works the leaves will be safe for an extra week. “Please be advised that due to inclement weather conditions, the city’s leaf vacuum program schedule has been pushed back by one week. Adjust all dates on any documentation you have accordingly to reflect that 7 day [...]
The Westover Hills Neigborhood Association is taking a Holiday Break and will not be hosting a December meeting. The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 13, at the Westover Hills United Methodist Church. [via]
Saturday was the last official day for the South of the James Market but we had heard rumblings of possible winter farmer’s market, now we have confirmation from the Market Umbrella. Vendors will gather in the parking lot at 5047 Forest Hill Avenue from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. December 12, 2009 through April 24, [...]
The latest Crime Report has been released by Lieutenant John A. O’Kleasky, Jr. for Sector 312 and not much positive to report. Violent crime up 40% from last month and property crime up 3%. If we compare it to the previous year the numbers look a bit better with violent crime down 18% and property [...]
Mayor Dwight Jones and Council President Kathy Graziano tour the new GRTC facility on E. Belt Boulevard. GRTC Transit System is moving from the Fan District of Richmond, where it has been for more than 100 years. GRTC Transit System’s new state-of-the-art Corporate Headquarters/Bus Maintenance Facility will open Monday, December 7, 2009, at 301 East [...]
The Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities will present its annual holiday gift to the city, its production of “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Landmark Theater. The musical tells the story of the mischievous shepherd boy Amahl and his mother, whose lives are changed [...]
Congrats are in order for Huguenot High. From the Venture Richmond eMail newsletter: Four area high schools have been chosen winners in Venture Richmond’s Annual Holiday Card program. This year’s cards will be on display beginning Friday, Dec. 4, during the Grand Illumination at the Downtown Public Library on Franklin Street. They will stay on [...]
The City of Richmond wants to know what you think about potential improvements for Forest Hill Avenue. Your input will assist the project team in developing solutions. Thursday, December 17, 2009 St. Luke Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall) 7757 Chippenham Parkway Richmond, VA 23225. Open house discussion with the project team 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Formal [...]
So far the auction to raise funds for Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts has raised over $6,000 but I can’t believe that nobody has bid to have Happy Lucky Combo to perform at their house. Come on people this band is great fun and your party would be the talk of the town. [...]
The lighting of the buildings takes place on Fri Dec 5, 6:00 pm at 10th and E. Cary Streets. I plan to illuminate my liver from the deck of Legend and watch the lights from there. More Details: The night begins at 6 p.m. with a live countdown to turn on the outline lighting for [...]
The crucial step of getting a babysitter has been accomplished so it looks like we will be heading to Art Karma tomorrow. Art Karma is the annual fundraiser for Art 180 and takes place tomorrow (12/3) from 7-10 p.m. at Plant Zero. There is small preview of the items up for bid at the Art180 [...]
