Best Snow Angel EVER
The Snow Angel is from near Forest Hill Park at 42nd and Smithdeal Ave. Great job by the unknown sculptor. Check out more photos by tvnewsbadge in his flickr set or his blog James River News.
Archive for February 2010
RPS 2 Hour Delay Tomorrow
According to NBC12 Richmond Public Schools are open tomorrow (Monday) but on 2 hour delay.
Southbank Street Report
Let’s work together to get the lowdown on street conditions. Chime in with the condition of your street or if you have driven somewhere how those streets are looking. King William west of Westover Hills Blvd. – Icy, crunchy, not plowed or sanded since early Saturday Peterborough north of Forest Hill Avenue – Icy, crunchy, [...]
Now For Something Completely Different
I am tired of snow. I want to complain about the heat and humidity not the plowing and the cold. If you feel like me take a look at a series of photos (from 2007) by Phil Riggins on Hiking in the James, as in literally hiking the James by walking from rock to rock. [...]
Farm to Family Bus at 54 West 29th St.
Saw this message on the Woodland Heights Yahoo Group: The roving farmer’s market bus is coming to our house around 11 am this morning. C’mon by and get all those yummy farmer’s market treats you might be missing because of the snow! They take checks! 54 West 29th St.
Stratford Grill is Smoking
I know that Startford Grill (reviewed by River City Review) is working on adding a smoking section I just didn’t know it was in the kitchen. From their January 27th Health Inspection. To be fair I checked back and I didn’t find this same violation on any of their previous inspections (didn’t check everyone of [...]
Winter Farmer’s Market Cancelled
The winter farmer’s market for tomorrow in Blanchard’s parking lot has officially been called due to bad weather. Blanchard’s will be open. I will do another post later today/tonight highlighting what I know is open.
Richmond Public Schools Closed
In case you missed the robo call this morning, the various tweets, newscasts, and blog posts – Richmond School kids get another day off. Full list of closing from CBS6.
I Heart Tree 5k Route
The annual 5K run is next week away: February 13, 2010 at 9am, starting and finishing at the Stone House in Forest Hill Park. 5K 2010 Route 2 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!!! All registrations [...]
More on Patrick Henry Budget & ADA Compliance
RTD has some additional information and details on the efforts to open Patrick Henry, including the cost per pupil. A key piece of information they have been waiting for — a projected per-pupil funding allocation of $1.3 million from Richmond Public Schools for the 2010-11 school year — was announced Tuesday, though it came during [...]
Richmond Public School 2 Hour Delay Thursday
Richmond Schools open tomorrow but with a 2 hour delay. Would it be inappropriate to say Thank God? [via]
Patrick Henry Open House & Presentation to RPS
As many of you know Patrick Henry was on the agenda at last night’s School Board meeting. Page attended and felt better about Patrick Henry not being included in this version of the budget after an explanation from a staff member. The overall RPS budget is going to go through some changes over the next [...]
Tax Relief for Seniors and Disabled
Applications for Tax Relief for Seniors and Disabled are available on the city website and through Mrs Graziano’s office (320-2454) or Real Estate Tax Relief Form. Applications must be filed by March 31, 2010. However, if you are a first time applicant, the application must be filed by June 15, 2010. For additional information, please [...]
Home Still Needed for Pup
This is the second try from one of our residents to find a permanent home for this pup. “She is approx. 9 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.
RPS Schools Closed Wednesday
According to NBC12 Richmond Public Schools will be closed tomorrow. What are you going to do with your little ones tomorrow? No really, I need some ideas. We might head over the Virginia Historical Society.
Sector 312 Report for January
Violent Crime for the Sector was up 23% for the month compared to the same period last year and Property crime was up 13% for the compared to same period last year. Full Report The report is provided by Lieutenant John A. O’Kleasky, Jr. and he can be reached at John.O’Kleasky@richmondgov.com or 646-1944. The following [...]
Pony Pasture Cleanup Next Saturday
From All Things Richmond; FOJRP’s next clean-up of Riverside Drive will be Saturday, Feb. 6th 13th at 9 a.m. If you’d like to help, meet at Pony Pasture parking lot and wear shoes you don’t mind getting mucky, and bring gloves and trash bags. A winter clean-up gives us the chance to go after trash [...]
Richmond Public Schools Closed Tuesday
From RPS Website: Richmond Public Schools, Closed Tuesday, February 2, 2010. 12-Month Employees 2-hr. delay, Plant Services Employees On Time
Sledding Westover Hills Style
I will not argue that Forest Hill Park doesn’t have one of the most impressive sledding hills in RVA. However the folks at an undisclosed location in WH have created a great run in their back alley. Our daughter had a blast and it is a reminder why I love this city and my neighborhood. [...]
Recycling Pickup Delayed One Day
We already told you that trash pickup was delayed, that also applies to the recycling.
School Board Meeting Postponed Until Tuesday
If you are planning to speak in support of Patrick Henry the meeting originally scheduled for February 1, 2010 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2010. For more information about the School Board Meeting, please call 804-780-7716. Location and time remain the same, 6 p.m. 17th floor of City Hall, 301 N. Ninth St. [...]
Henderson New 5th District School Board Member
From RTD: Oregon Hill resident Maurice A. Henderson Jr. will fill the vacant 5th District seat on Richmond’s School Board until a special election can be held in November. The board decided Thursday night to appoint Henderson, 56, to replace Betsy Carr, who left last month after being elected to the Virginia House of Delegates. [...]
