For those of you in the 5th District you will have a chance to talk to your councilman this coming Wednesday. From the press release; Councilman Marty Jewell will hold a meeting in the Central 5th District which will include information on goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meeting is free [...]
RVAnews and the Valentine Richmond History Center post a picture every week and ask a question. If you get the answer right you have a chance of being picked and then you get an option to choose between an 8×10 print of the featured image or a two-pack of tickets to any 2010 walking tour [...]
Missed Harry Kollatz Jr. of Richmond Magazine praising the Dogtown Dance production that that went down or I should say up last week.; The program I saw last night was a pairing of the Von Howard Project (with dancers from New York City and Richmond) and a setting of Rope, choreographed by Petres. I first [...]
Style Weekly has a review of Croaker’s Spot in Manchester; My appetizer features plump and briny oysters fried crisp and served with not only cocktail sauce but also a tangy horseradish version. Susannah orders a Croaker’s specialty — french fries smothered in the restaurant’s signature onions and peppers, tangy tomato sauce and melted cheese — [...]
From the Woodland Height Yahoo Group, incident occurred on W 33rd; Last night (wed) between 11 pm and 5 am someone went through both of our cars– they only stole change — and an empty Starbucks card (ha ha). Both cars were unlocked…Lock your car doors! Such a bummer. Update – Report of a 2nd [...]
From the Westover Hills Stray Watch; We have received notice of a cat missing from the 5100 block of Evelyn Byrd Rd. His name is “Tux” and he is described (appropriately) as “black and white.” He has been missing since Sunday; the owner fears he may be trapped somewhere and asks that everyone check under [...]
Question came in from a reader; We have two baby doves in our holly tree…one has died (in the nest) and the other is there by himself. No sign of the mom. Are there any bird experts in the neighborhood who you know? Anybody have any advice.
From UtilityBuddy Twitter: Gas shutdown Thursday from 8a to 4:30p on 4700-4900 blks New Kent Road.
Blanchard’s coffee shop has a set of keys left over the weekend. No distinguishing characteristics except a Kroger card and an odd shaped key narrow key.
From the Plaza Bowl Duckpin Bowling Facebook Page; We have a fun Summer Bowling League starting this thurs night May 27th at 7pm-10pm the league runs for 10 weeks, we still need a few more teams of 3 people or just some individuals to fill in some teams. So if you want to join just [...]
During the next seven-day period starting tomorrow. Purchases of certain supplies and equipment needed for hurricane preparedness will be exempt from sales tax. All the information you need is here. This is the time of year I also say to myself, “I should put together a kit” and it never happens. So far my kit [...]
The first game of the world cup is only 17 days 6 hours away but you can enjoy and participate in some Southbank fútbol action and support a good cause. Come and join the Bobcats Sports and Youth Development ‘s first semiannual tournament. Get your team of ten or more players and get signed up. [...]
Photos and a little info on the winners of the people’s choice for best decorated. Thanks to Diane Pendelton for the info and photos. Congrats on the victory and the fine work. Cindi Mashburn, Robin Ruth, Suzette Lyon, Bill Shanabruch pictured – Jack Mason also contributed. Bugs were made with cardboard, paper mache’, wire, pipe [...]
More than 250 people gathered at Forest Hill Lake Saturday, May 22nd to celebrate to re-dedication of Forest Hill Lake and the first annual Forest Hill Lake Regatta. Mayor Dwight C. Jones and Council President Kathy Graziano both spoke of the efforts of the neighborhood associations and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities [...]
From Principal Boyd of the Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts; Dear Parents, We are busy trying to get everything in order for your children to be welcomed into the PHSSA family in August. We have an upcoming tour of the Education Center at Woodland Heights Baptist Church scheduled for Monday, May 24th from [...]
Phil Riggan and Richmond.com have a slideshow and article on biking in the city and of course part of that journey takes place on the Southbank. The single-track loop covers about nine miles and there are plenty of challenging sections on both physical and technical levels for mountain bikers. Expert riders can complete the loop [...]
Submitted by Todd Ranson; Yes Folks it is true!! Woodland Heights has bragging rights over Westover and Forest Hills for a full year til we win the Regatta next year. The beautiful Boscobel Cup (named after the old dairy that used to occupy the park lands) was won by me and my VALIANT crew of [...]
Overcast, and a little cooler…raspberries are in, and baby summer squash. A few pictures from the vendor’s viewpoint, thanks to Amy Hicks and the sticky bun lady. It was an early day for me; most people don’t realize how hard these vendors, especially the produce, bakers, coffee makers have to work…starting well before dawn, often [...]
Submitted by a reader; There were more gun shots in Westover Court last night–11:30 & 12:30. I dialed 911 at the 11:30 shots. Operator asked that people call when they hear shots. They sent a police officer to drive through the streets looking for anything suspicious. There were also about a dozen shots on Sunday [...]
From Shannon Taylor, the Forest Hill Neighborhood Watch Captain; Please see the message below from Sgt. Jernigan, relating how observant neighbors called the police to report a suspicious “Junk Man,” which led to his arrest. Great work everyone!! There are several “junk men” out there so if you see someone you don’t recognize and your [...]
The weather forecast for Saturday is looking better all the time, and you should be making your plans to attend the dedication of the Forest Hill Park Lake and the First Annual Forest Hill Yacht Club Regatta. Paddlers are urged to pre-register, but if you’re a “last minute” entrant you can register on Saturday before [...]
Tonight’s Groovin’ in the Garden in Maymont has been canceled according to the Maymont website. No music for you.
The story below was submitted by David Hathcock and published with much enthusiasm and thanks. There are heroes among us, and sometimes we don’t even know their names. One of our local angels gets around on a bicycle, but she’s doing good work anyway. Dena Fultz, a Forest Hill resident, is making her first long [...]
Style Weekly has some detail on Positive Vibe’s leap across the river and into a second location at the Library of Virginia. The cafe is expected to open at the end of June when an interior redesign by Helen Reed is complete. The smallish space will have more color and more comfort in the form [...]
