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Vegan Block Party In Richmond To Celebrate The 'Soul In Plant-Based Eating'
Scheduled to return on September 7, Richmond’s Soul Vegan Block Party will warmly welcome all types of foodies for a celebration of plant-based dining. The free vegan food fest aims to challenge the stigma “that there’s no SOUL in plant-based eating.” Its website states that its goal is to make living “a healthy and ethically conscious plant-based lifestyle” more widespread. The block party will have tons of vegan delights to try, live music, cooking demonstrations, and guest speakers.
Richmond company plans to build medical treatment center in downtown Petersburg
PETERSBURG – City Council got its first look last week at what could be a major investment in the look and economy of downtown Petersburg, and apparently, councilors liked what they saw. A Richmond-based medical corporation wants to build a kidney and vascular treatment center on a vacant lot across West Washington Street...
Will you attend Petersburg's job fair? Plus, free movie & more at the library: THE DIGEST.
Have an event or announcement you would like featured in THE DIGEST? It’s welcome! Please send an email to apitchon@gannett.com. Time sensitive announcements should be sent a week ahead of time. Week of free family programming at the Petersburg library Get ready for a full week of free family fun and youth programming at...
Allegations of source of housing funds discrimination solved
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, Inc. (HOME) announced that it recently represented Tamesha Thompson in reaching a settlement with Meadowbrook Apartments in Chesterfield and reached a conciliation and resolves all claims between the involved parties. HOME, a statewide fair housing and HUD-approved housing counseling 501(c)(3) non-profit, and Thompson submitted...
Environmental groups raise issues about Hopewell plant’s air permit
Last week, the Southern Environmental Law Center filed a petition with federal regulators that raises pollution concerns stemming from Virginia’s issuance of an air permit to an AdvanSix Resins and Chemicals manufacturing plant in the city of Hopewell. On July 19, the SELC filed the petition with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on behalf of […] The post Environmental groups raise issues about Hopewell plant’s air permit appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Richmond City Council unanimously approves sale of land to Planned Parenthood for $10
Richmond’s city council voted Monday night to sell an acre of city-owned land to Planned Parenthood for $10. The deal comes as Virginia remains a bastion for legal abortions in the South. The final vote was unanimous and fairly unceremonious compared to the nearly hour-long public comment period. Among...
Danville celebrates new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad with ribbon-cutting event
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — On July 19, Danville celebrated the ribbon cutting of the brand-new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad on Green Street. Several city leaders, officials and community members were there to celebrate the big occasion. The new splash pad has several water features you can access with...
The Publisher hotel opens in Virginia
Greenwood Hospitality, an affiliate of Hotel Equities, opened The Publisher, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Fredericksburg, Va. The Publisher Hotel joins Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio. Built and owned by Fredericksburg-based Vakos Companies, The Publisher Hotel is close to the home of George Washington’s mother, Mary Washington and the Lewis/Washington...
Dan River Falls transformation progresses: First 150 apartments near completion
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Crews are still moving full speed ahead as they transform Danville's iconic White Mill into Dan River Falls. The Alexander Company is developing the project. Project Development Manager Dave Vos said that construction has come a long way. "Having the White Mill, a building with...
Students return from summer break at Chesterfield’s only year-round school
For most children in central Virginia, Monday, July 22 was another day spent in the warm glow of summer break -- but for students at Bellwood Elementary School in Chesterfield County, it was the first day spent back under the fluorescent lights of the classroom.
Autumn Crittendon, ’16 & Pregnant’ Alum Dead At 27
16 & Pregnant season five alumna, Autumn Crittendon was pronounced dead at age 27. The mother-of-three was known for her teenage relationship with Dustin Franklin during the show. Per the Henrico County Police Division statement to E! News, “members from Henrico Fire attempted life-saving measures however they were not effective....
Hopewell neighbors worried following double homicide at house party
HOPEWELL, Va. (WWBT) -Hopewell Police are investigating a double homicide after two men died in a shooting early Sunday morning on July 21. Neighbors say it happened during a large house party, estimating at least 50 people were at the home. It happened off of North Radford Drive, which people...
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