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Richmond Symphony brings back Come & Play, with singers joining for the first time
The Richmond Symphony is bringing back a community music tradition after nine years, this time making room for singers alongside the instrumentalists.Come & Play & Sing: Carmina Burana will bring participants together with Richmond Symphony musicians and the Richmond Symphony Chorus on Sunday, April 11, 2027, at VCU’s Siegel Center. Music Director Valentina Peleggi will…
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Richmond Folk Festival makes room for music, culture and community
A D’Angelo tribute and the Chuck Brown Band’s go-go set highlighted a Richmond Folk Festival that made room for music, cultural traditions and community.
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Black History in Richmond | Fort Lee | History & Culture | Military & Veterans | Military Community | Veterans
The True Meaning of Memorial Day — And Why It Matters Across RVA
Memorial Day across RVA carries layers of meaning tied to military sacrifice, Civil War history, Black freedom struggles, and evolving public memory. From Richmond to Fort Lee, the holiday remains a solemn day of remembrance — one many veterans say should never simply be treated as a “happy” holiday.
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Iran War Gas Spike Has Cost Richmond-Area Households an Estimated $97 Million
Richmond-area households have spent an estimated $97 million more on gasoline since the U.S.–Iran conflict escalated in February, as rising fuel prices continue putting pressure on commuters and family budgets across the region.
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After a Strong 2025, Crime Trends in RVA Continue to Improve
Crime across RVA declined through 2025, driven largely by reductions in property offenses like vehicle theft and catalytic converter theft. While overall incidents are down, trends in violent crime remain uneven across the region.
