It's the season for getting outside and doing all the things
Keep an eye on the site this week, we're going to have info about great neighborhood yard sales, the Manchester Manifest kickoff, and this season's Tiny Porch Concerts!
Man shot to death on Edwards Avenue
Tyshawn White, 18, of Richmond, became the area's 5th homicide victim this year. Last year at this time 18 people had been killed in South Richmond.
COMMUNITY
- The high school formerly known as George Wythe is now officially Richmond High School for the Arts. Step by step something great is happening here.
- Maggie Walker Community Land Trust creates long-term affordable home ownership opportunities
SPORTS AND STUFF
- There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Oak Grove Playground this Saturday June 1 at 11AM. Come check out a great little green space in the city and peep the the first mini pitch court in Richmond.
- RVA Parks & Recreation’s LATE NIGHT BASKETBALL started this past weekend and runs 6-9PM every Friday and Saturday until August 24 at four locations through the city.
- The Veil Southside Run Club meets every Thursday
PRIDE
- The Queer Weekend takes over Perry & 6th Street this weekend with beers, handmade goods and functional art created by queer makers, live music, drag shows, food trucks, and more
- Check out Gold Lion, Laura Lee’s, and Southbound for Dine Out For Pride
- Dyke Hang @ Duke’s Den this Friday
GOVERNMENT
- TONIGHT: City Council to consider Shops at Stratford Hills AGAIN, street for Gilda Marie Hines, and Seibert’s Towing contract
- Watch for paving in Forest Hill Terrace over the next few weeks