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Decode the code: How to save on home costs with rainwater harvesting

1 month ago | rictoday.6amcity.com | Kate Mazade |Patrick Sidwell |Elise Steele

Richmond gets its fair share of rain — even the occasional city-wide water crisis. We’re here to decode the city’s guidelines about rainwater harvesting and help you capitalize on this resource, promote conservation, and prepare for water outages, not to mention save money on your monthly bill. Harvested rainwater is precipitation collected from a non-permeable surface (like your roof) and funneled into a designated vessel (like a rain barrel or cistern) before contacting the ground.
Rebuilding history: Skipwith-Roper Homecoming

2 months ago | rictoday.6amcity.com | Elise Steele |Robin Schwartzkopf

Today marks the one-year countdown to the Skipwith-Roper Homecoming in Jackson Ward — a revitalization project set for a grand opening on April 17-19, 2026, coinciding with the neighborhood’s founding anniversary. This initiative, developed by the local preservation nonprofit The JXN Project, aims to replicate the 1793 home of Abraham Peyton Skipwith, the .
Henrico proposes Tuckahoe Creek Park expansion

2 months ago | rictoday.6amcity.com | Elise Steele |Robin Schwartzkopf

Grab your binoculars and lace up your sneakers. Tuckahoe Creek Park is expanding with new a boardwalk and increased wetland access. The expansion follows a donation of approximately 21 acres from The Wilton Companies, an 80-year-old real estate agency that has donated 250+ acres to Henrico County over the years. Henrico officials and the CEO of The Wilton Companies announced the news on Monday, backed by the grassy scenery + well-timed flying geese of Tuckahoe Creek Park.
Richmond Flying Squirrels announce Star-Spangled Squirrels Fest for Fourth of July

Feb 26, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Mitch Hooper

Move over apple pie — Richmond Flying Squirrels are bringing a new rival to the most American tradition. The local Double-A affiliate team is hosting Star-Spangled Squirrels Fest on Friday, July 4 at The Diamond from 6-9:30 p.m. Since the squad is on the road against Chesapeake, folks will have the stadium to themselves for an Independence Day celebration with live music, on-field games, and a fireworks show at the end.
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us

Feb 24, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Mitch Hooper |Kristen Templeton |Brianna Williams |Patrick Sidwell

Here at RICtoday, you may already know we’re big on celebrating local, especially our city’s small businesses. Which is why a week dedicated to highlighting the heart of our communities is right up our alley. Enter: Small Business Week powered by Sponsor — a national initiative that acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of small businesses — that we’ll be celebrating from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.
New build proposal could replace the James Monroe Building in downtown RVA

Feb 19, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Mitch Hooper |Brianna Williams |Patrick Sidwell

Richmond’s tallest building may find new life, or become rubble, according to new plans from Virginia’s Department of General Services. The Department of General Services revealed new renderings at its meeting with the General Assembly last month that detailed its plans for a new, 316,000-sqft building. If fully approved, the project would replace both the VODT Annex site at 1401 E. Broad St. as well as the James Monroe Building at 101 N.
24th annual Pet Expo returns to Richmond this weekend

Feb 19, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Mitch Hooper

Calling all good boys and girls — Henrico Humane’s Pet Expo is back. This annual event is returning for its 24th year where it will feature 70+ vendors with various goods and services. It’s designed to be educational, fun, and even interactive for pets as some demonstrations call for audience participation. The humane society’s dog Adoption Stand will be on-site with a wide range of — including beagles, chihuahuas, and terriers.
Local media matters - so does your support

Feb 19, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams |Mitch Hooper |Patrick Sidwell

We take great pride in offering our weekly newsletter to you, our valued subscribers, for free — and we’re committed to keeping it that way. But we need your help. That’s why we’ve created a campaign to raise $2,500 over the next 10 days. When you choose to support RICtoday, you’re investing in more than just a weekly newsletter — you’re investing in a stronger, more informed community.
How do you get a REAL ID in 2025? Where to get your REAL ID in Richmond, VA

Feb 18, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Brianna Williams |Mitch Hooper |Patrick Sidwell

After years of delayed deadlines, it’s finally getting real — the official deadline to obtain a REAL ID is coming up on May 7, 2025. You’ll need a REAL ID if you plan to fly domestically or enter secure federal or military facilities starting May 7. If you don’t have one by that time, you’ll still be able to vote, drive, apply for benefits, purchase alcohol or cigarettes, and access federal courts with a standard state license. Take this 30-second quiz to find out if you need a REAL ID.
RVA on SNL: Richmonders featured on Saturday Night Live

Feb 17, 2025 | rictoday.6amcity.com | Mitch Hooper |Patrick Sidwell

Saturday Night Live is celebrating its 50th anniversary and we are taking a look back through its history to find the times RVA has been live from New York. This infectious songwriter was the musical guest on January 31, 2009 with celebrity host Steve Martin. Mraz performed “I’m Yours” then later brough Colbie Caillat on-stage for a duet performance of “Lucky.” The famed R&B artist was the musical guest on January 31, 2015 with celebrity host J.K. Simmons.