Forest Hill Park Sledding Pictures
Thanks to Rich who sent the link (and took the photos) my way, lots of great shots.
Archive for January 2010
Trash Pickup Delayed One Day
City Trash Pickup Schedule Delayed The city of Richmond will delay this week’s trash pick-up schedule by one day as a result of road conditions following the winter storm. Monday’s trash pick up schedule will be delayed until Tuesday, February 2, 2010, with each subsequent trash pick-up schedule following a one-day delay in service. [via]
Clear Your Walks, Cars & Other Snow Tidbits
As we discussed last post storm the city requires that everyone shovel their walk to prevent injury to pedestrians. Also this will allow folks to walk on the sidewalk instead of the middle of the road. Cars will be hard pressed to stopped in an emergency so if you are walking in the road stay [...]
RTD Editorial on Charter Schools
Christopher Peace from the 97th Disrtrict (parts of Caroline, Hanover, Henrico, King and Queen, King William, New Kent, and Spotsylvania counties) penned an editorial in support of charter schools. Patrick Henry is not mentioned directly but it is certainly relevant to this discussion.
What’s Open
Tvnewsbadge pointed out CHPN’s post about what was open. So let’s try to do the same here. I am real short on knowledge.
Nickel Bridge Closed Due Cold White Stuff
Richmond Police have shut down Nickel Bridge due to the snow. More info as I get it. From the NBC12 twitter. The city of Richmond just announced it has closed the Boulevard Bridge until further notice. via RTD.
Richmond Insideout Review of Mexico
Matt Harrington of Richmond Insideout.com went to Mexico and gives us a review. I go quite a bit but haven’t had the same dish; This particular night, I went with the Chori Pollo because I was in a celebratory mood… and really hungry… and they had a picture of it on the menu that I [...]
Stratford Hills Shopping Center & Stony Point Fashion Park on Loan Watch List
I can’t remember the last time I bought anything up at Stony Point beyond a meal at Chammps on Kids Eat Free night. Apparently I am not the only one.From RTD: Real Capital Analytics, a New York-based commercial real estate research firm, is tracking 25 properties in distress in the Richmond area with an outstanding [...]
Saturday’s Farmer’s Market Cancelled
No surprise but the Winter Farmer’s Market is officially canceled on Saturday. Blanchard’s will be open, at least for a little while, dependent on the number of folks that brave Snowmageddon. Yours truly will be slinging the java and if you bring me a doughnut you get a free coffee drink of your choice.
Problems Accessing Real Estate Info on City Website
The new city website is a great improvement but some people are having problems accessing the information.
Today is Last Day to Register to Speak in Support of Patrick Henry
As we posted earlier in the week Patrick Henry needs some help. That help comes in the form of showing up for the school board meeting on Monday (6 pm 2nd floor of City Hall, 301 North Ninth Street) and speaking in favor of the school. In order to speak (you’ll be given 3 minutes) [...]
Early Registration for Forest Hill 5K Due Next Friday
Our annual 5K run (map & registration) is a little over two weeks away: February 13, 2010 at 9am, starting and finishing at the Stone House in Forest Hill Park. This community event is a 5K walk/run through the Forest Hill Neighborhood. Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome (we had lots last year!) SCHWAG ALERT!!! [...]
Friends of Forest Hill Park News
The Friends of Forest Hill Park Facebook page has been busy with the updates. We have already reported on the trail closures and the Harvey Memorial Bridge. There are two items we haven’t covered yet. Update on new lights around lake: the old lights have all been removed. Work is underway installing new cable. The [...]
5th District School Seat No Contest
Only one person was motivated enough to apply for the empty school board seat in the 5th District. From RTD: The seat is up for grabs because of the departure of Betsy Carr earlier this month after her election to the Virginia House of Delegates. Board Chairwoman Kimberly Bridges said the division initially received résumés [...]
Leaf Removal Suspended Again
If you have a giant pile of leaves waiting for removal you are going to have to wait a little longer. From the city website. The city is temporarily suspending vacuum leaf collection as of 7:00 a.m. Thursday, January 28, 2010 due to weather advisories indicating the city may experience a winter storm with an [...]
Missing Person Jill Edmonds
The Richmond Police Department is asking for assistance to locate a missing person. Jill Edmonds, 40, disappeared on Monday, January 25, 20 1 0. Her vehicle was found abandoned on the shoulder of the northbound lanes of the Powhite Parkway as it crosses the James River. An extensive search of the river and the riverbanks [...]
Craft Swap
3rd annual Crafters Anonymous Craft Swap to support Art 180! at Artworks, Sunday January 31, 2010, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. The Crafters Anonymous Craft Swap is an opportunity for artists and crafters of all types to get together in a fun, social environment and trade craft supplies. This event is also a benefit to [...]
Pony Pasture Flood Pictures & Video
Submitted by Jon Deutsch. Thanks Jon, great stuff.
5th District Meeting Tonight
Councilman Marty Jewell to hold meeting in Central 5th District All Central 5th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend WHAT Richmond City Councilman Marty Jewell, Central 5th District, will hold a meeting in the Central 5th District. Councilman Jewell holds individual meetings throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; [...]
Harvey Memorial Bridge
Style Weekly mentions the bridge that will be going in Forest Hill Park in honor of the memory of the Harvey family. It was also discussed by us back in October including some confusion about whether it was going to happen or not. The confusion was quickly cleared up by Debra McClane. From the article: [...]
James River Flooding Pictures
Quality is not the best due to lack of skill of by the photographer. Pictures were taken from the Nickel Bridge and near Belle Isle. [slideshow id=43]
Patrick Henry Calls For Volunteers to Show Support
From Patrick Henry: Dear Friends of PHSSA, You may have read some recent articles that highlight tension between Richmond Public School Board and Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts. We are working hard to address those challenges with the public and RPS, but we need your support in this journey. Join us at the [...]
IB Testing Postponed
From the RPS Press Release: City schools postpone Jan. 30 testing for IB program; rescheduled for Feb. 13 Richmond Public Schools has postponed its January 30 testing session for students interested in applying to the district’s International Baccalaureate program housed at Thomas Jefferson High School. School officials opted to postpone the test due to the [...]
Funding Info on New Fire Station
The funding fornew Fire Station 17 came up at the city council meeting last night. An ordinance was introduced last night permitting the Chief Administrative Officer to accept $3,264,110 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and to transfer the funds to the 2009-2010 Capital Budget for the replacement of Fire Station 17. The City plans [...]
4th District Meeting Wednesday 2/10
Councilwoman Kathy Graziano, Southwest 4th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southwest 4th District. All Southwest 4th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The meeting will include: Topics 2010 Richmond Real Estate Assessments – James Hester, Richmond City Assessor of Real Estate 2010 United States Census Information – Jeffery [...]
