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Richmond Food News: July 25-31
Burgers are iconic. They evoke nostalgic flashbacks of drive-thru visits with the family, memories of grease-stained paper bags and visions of summertime cookouts. Some might claim burgers are having a mainstream resurgence, while others would say their juicy momentum never faltered. Find these blank canvases all over Richmond, sizzling on griddles at divey holes-in-the-wall, dressed up with caviar or cornichons, reimagined for plant-based eaters, and always serving up simple joy. From straight shooters to beefy bargains, lacy smashed patties and alternative takes on the classic, we’ve compiled a local lineup of 14 must-tries (including a map to get you there). We also feature crispy sides and fresh-made buns, trace the lineage of an enduring Lakeside mainstay, find a Venezuelan spin on the burger, share road-trip patty stops and more. (Richmond magazine)
City sells bonds for new stadium, says groundbreaking will take place in August
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The city of Richmond says the bonds for the Diamond District Stadium have been sold at better-than-estimated rates. The city says it sold its $129.7 million tax-exempt General Obligation Bonds at a rate of 3.99%, which was lower than the estimated planning rate of 4.25%. “The...
Richmond felon, alleged 13th Gang member, headed back to prison for drug trafficking
A Richmond man was sentenced Wednesday to three years and 10 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute heroin. Samuel Tarry, 27, was previously convicted of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and was sentenced to five years in prison, with four years and six months suspended, with a condition of good behavior. He was released from prison in 2022. Due to his previous firearm conviction, Tarry was prohibited from possessing another gun.
Details announced for sixth annual RVA East End Festival at Chimborazo Park
Organizers of the RVA East End Festival announced that the sixth celebration of music and the arts supporting Richmond Public Schools (RPS) in the East End is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, from Noon to 9:00 p.m. at Chimborazo Park, 3215 E. Broad Street in Richmond. The announcement was made at a press conference on July 24, with Mayor Levar M. Stoney and RPS Superintendent Jason Kamras as featured speakers.
Richmond-area Verizon Wireless Retailers Giving Away Backpack on Sunday
In an effort to ease the financial burden for families heading into another school year, Richmond-area Verizon Wireless retail locations will be giving away hundreds of FREE backpacks on Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m. With 42% of U.S. parents saying they will go into debt to pay for their...
Van Gogh Immersive Experience Exhibit comes to Richmond
RICHMOND- A new immersive experience featuring one of the most renowned and influential figures in the history of Western art is coming to Richmond!. The Van Gogh exhibit has been touring since 2017, attracting thousands of visitors and gaining popularity. It has been ranked among the 12 best immersive experiences in the world by CNN, and now it is making its way to the river city.
SF Giants promote young infielder prospect to Richmond, release a trio of recent draft picks
The SF Giants promoted top young infield prospect Diego Velasquez to Double-A after a successful stint in Eugene. They also released a trio of recent draft picks, including Dilan Rosario, Garrett Frechette, and Jared Dupere according to the team's transaction log. SF Giants promote young infielder prospect to Richmond, release...
Developer plans 279 luxury apartments on Glen Allen site
A developer has acquired 3.3 acres of land in Glen Allen on which it will develop a luxury five-story apartment community with 279 units. The land at 10551 Telegraph Road was purchased by Bristol Development Group from Mohawk Investment Partners. The five-story apartment community will be Bristol’s seventh project in...
A day in the life of a Saltwater Cowboy: The unsung heros of the The Chincoteague Pony Swim
CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND, Va. - As July draws to a close, the historic Chincoteague Pony Swim enters its 99th year, attracting family, friends and spectators from across the region. Central to this cherished tradition are the Saltwater Cowboys, whose dedication and expertise are crucial to the event’s continued success. Captain...
Football scandal triggers wave of school hires, abrupt removal of security chief
This past December, Hayfield Secondary School in Alexandria posted an ad for a new head football coach. On Feb. 12, Darryl Overton, a championship football coach from across county lines at Freedom High School in Woodbridge, took the position, bringing with him an estimated 30-plus football players transferring to Hayfield from Freedom and at least three other area schools.
‘Petersburg born, Petersburg bred’: Local photographer wins national competition, comes home to showcase exhibit
Gary D. Jones, a Petersburg-native, is coming home to showcase a sentimental and reflective photography exhibit based on his hometown after winning the top prize at a national competition.
Lawmaker asks Virginia State Police to help Myrtle Beach authorities investigate Jakolbi Taylor’s killing
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A Virginia lawmaker has asked state authorities there to help Myrtle Beach authorities in their investigation of Saturday’s killing of 16-year-old Jakolbi Taylor. The teenager was shot and killed at about 1:15 a.m. Saturday near a beach-access point at 16th Avenue N. and Ocean Boulevard. The rising basketball star from […]
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