Jessica Redwood

2 weeks ago | 12onyourside.com | Jessica Redwood

ASHLAND, Va. (WWBT) - Make the most of your summer by enjoying free movies on Mondays at the Ashland Theater. The theater is hosting a weekly summer series of free family films, all made possible by a generous contributionfrom the Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. “We have run a $2 Movie Monday summer series for the last two years and have welcomed over 1,000 attendees each year.” said Executive Director Courtney F. Caldwell.

3 weeks ago | 12onyourside.com | Jessica Redwood

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)—Opportunities are on the rise in Richmond, as several companies are hosting hiring events during the month of June. Whether you’re looking for a career or a part-time gig, opportunities are available. Henrico County Public Schools is hiring bus drivers for the 2025-26 school year. The county is hosting its “Drive the Bus” hiring event on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at Hermitage High School.

3 weeks ago | 12onyourside.com | Jessica Redwood

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) -The Richmond Police Department has launched Operation Safe Summer, a collaborative effort by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies led by the RPD “to suppress violent crime and increase public safety throughout Richmond.”OSS runs from June 2 through early September, aligning with Chief Rick Edwards’s “hotspot” location strategy. The hotspot locations are areas where there are multiple reports of gun violence.

3 weeks ago | 12onyourside.com | Samantha McGranahan |Jessica Redwood

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)— Sun’s out, fun’s out! And so are the newest businesses and restaurants we’re featuring in this month’s What’s New in RVA!12 On Your Side launched an online monthly feature last year to spotlight new events, businesses, and restaurants in your community. What’s New in RVA is dedicated to informing you about the latest happenings in the Richmond area. Here, we provide updates on new businesses, restaurants, road changes, upcoming events, and fun activities in the area.

1 month ago | 12onyourside.com | Jessica Redwood

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU wants to make sure your children are extra safe heading into the busy summer travel season. That’s why the hospital is offering free car seat checks by Certified child passenger safety technicians who can provide one-on-one guidance for keeping kids safe in vehicles. When used correctly, child safety seats can lower the risk of vehicle deaths by up to 71%, as stated by Safe Kids Worldwide.