Gas prices in Richmond have climbed past $4.10 per gallon as the ongoing Iran conflict continues to disrupt global oil…
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The Cultural Current
The Pulse of RVA.
Then and Now The Current — April 30, 1861: Virginia Adopts Its State Flag in Richmond
On April 30, 1861, Virginia’s secession convention in Richmond adopted the design that became the state flag.
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Balloons at Dusk: Inside Central Virginia’s Most Visual Spring Festival
A two-night festival in Doswell brings hot air balloons, laser shows, and family programming together for one of Central Virginia’s…
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Then and Now The Current — April 29, 1899: Duke Ellington Is Born
Born on this day in 1899, Duke Ellington transformed jazz into an enduring American art form rooted in Black cultural…
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Arts in the Park Returns to Byrd Park with Hundreds of Artists, Free Admission
The nationally ranked Arts in the Park returns to Byrd Park May 2–3, featuring hundreds of artists, free admission, and…
Read MoreRPS Superintendent Honors Sadie Terry After Fatal Highland Park Shooting
Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras is remembering Henderson Middle School student Sadie Terry as “a vibrant personality” following her…
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Then and Now The Current — April 27, 1927: Birth of Coretta Scott King
Born April 27, 1927, Coretta Scott King became a global voice for justice and a key architect of civil rights…
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Virginia is taking another concrete step away from state-supported Confederate commemoration.
Virginia will phase out Confederate themed license plates starting July 2026, continuing a broader shift away from state supported Confederate…
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VCU Advances Memorial for East Marshall Street Well Victims
VCU approves $3.6M memorial for victims of the East Marshall Street Well, advancing efforts to confront a history of grave…
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Allianz Amphitheater’s Summer Lineup Signals a Big Season for Richmond’s Riverfront
Allianz Amphitheater’s summer lineup brings major touring acts to Richmond’s riverfront, highlighting the city’s growing role as a regional music…
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