The James River Association is calling for urgent state intervention at the Shoosmith Landfill, warning that contamination risks and financial…
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The Cultural Current
The Pulse of RVA.
Colonial Heights Police Presence Increases at Southpark Mall Amid Social Media Rumors
Colonial Heights Police are increasing their presence at Southpark Mall following online rumors of another potential “teen takeover” gathering, part…
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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…
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Virginia Supreme Court Blocks Redistricting Plan, Keeping Current Congressional Map in Place
Virginia’s Supreme Court blocked a proposed congressional redistricting amendment, ruling lawmakers failed to follow the Constitution. The decision keeps the…
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Virginia Union University has rewritten a piece of its athletic history.
Virginia Union captured its first CIAA men’s outdoor track championship since 1934, ending a 92-year drought and sending athletes on…
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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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Richmond Emerges as Key Hub in New Cross-State Bus Route
A new Virginia Breeze route positions Richmond as a central hub, linking the city to a growing east–west transit network…
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Then and Now The Current — April 22, 1737: William Byrd II Announces the Founding of Richmond
On April 22, 1737, William Byrd II advertised a new town called Richmond, marking the city’s public beginning.
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Virginia Backs Mid-Decade Redistricting, Opening Door to New House Map
Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment allowing lawmakers to temporarily redraw congressional districts before the 2026 elections, a move that…
Read MoreVirginia’s April 21 Ballot: A Vote on Redrawing Congressional Districts Early
Virginia voters will decide whether to allow early redrawing of congressional districts before 2031 and what that means for representation…
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