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Francine Came Home: Because Sometimes the Community Still Shows Up

For a few weeks this fall, Richmond was missing one of its own. Francine, the cat who’s lived at the Lowe’s on West Broad for eight years, had vanished. You probably saw the flyers, or the posts online. People worried. Customers stopped by the store just to ask. And...

Jo Ellis Did Her Job. The Army Didn’t. 🏳️‍🌈

This story was originally published in Virginia Pride Guide 2025. Virginia Pride Festival 2025 is presented with the support of Out RVA, Allianz, Hit Play, Virginia Lottery, CarMax, Bank of America, CoStar Group,...

Op-Ed | Why I Support Richmond Code Refresh and Upzoning

Editor’s note: This is an op-ed. The views belong to the author and not necessarily RVA Magazine. We publish opinion pieces to spark conversation, share perspectives, and give space to voices in our community. by Jacob Sherrod Richmond’s zoning code, the policies...

Richmond Rallies to Find Francine, the Missing Lowe’s Cat

Francine, a well-known shop cat at Lowe’s in Richmond and a beloved fixture of the community, has gone missing, sparking a cross-state search effort. According to posts from staff and supporters, Francine disappeared on September 18 after walking onto a distribution...

ICA at VCU Celebrates 5 Years of Challenging The Conversation

Friday, April 21st is the 5th anniversary of the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University (ICA at VCU). Designed by Steven Holl Architects, this iconic arts center has evolved into a creative hub for Richmond, Virginia, showcasing cutting-edge exhibitions, performances, films, and special programs that challenge and...

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GalaxyCon Richmond 2023 Shines with Largest Attendance to Date

A couple of weeks ago, GalaxyCon Richmond made its annual return to the Greater Richmond Convention Center for a weekend of celebrities, cosplay, panels, and kinship among fellow nerds from every fandom in creation. Judging by the turnout, it's highly likely that you were either there or knew someone who was. According to the convention, 2023...

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Lost On The Track At Richmond International Raceway

Driving down Laburnum Avenue on Saturday to Richmond International Raceway for the postponed start to the weekend’s NASCAR Toyota Owner’s 400 was like driving through an obstacle course blindfolded. Regular routes were closed off with cones or flashing RPD cruisers blocking intersections. You have no idea where you’re going or what you’re doing....

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Evil Dead’s Bruce Campbell Comes to Richmond To Get Groovy!

Grab your best velour smoking jacket and your bougiest chainsaw hand - the king is coming to town, baby. Horror/comedy actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell is hitting the road and bringing his live trivia game show to various cities, with Richmond being his next stop this Tuesday at The National. "Bruce-O-Rama" is a live trivia game show for the...

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We Got Into It With Photographer Jonathan Mehring

It was fun chatting with Jonathan Mehring, an award-winning photographer and director who has built a stellar reputation in the world of skateboarding. With a unique blend of adventure travel, specialising in action sports, and lifestyle photography, Mehring has explored over 30 countries, capturing skateboarders in awe-inspiring settings such as...

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Richmond’s Broad Street Arts District is in Good Hands

“We opened about a week ago,” said the woman seated behind the wooden desk in the back of the store. The store’s contemporary interiors contrast the historic exterior of the building that’s located along the section of Broad Street called the Arts District. The dark, moody interior space of Et.y.mol.o.gy instantly sucks you in; an eclectic mix of...

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Anthony Bryant & Janine Bell, First Fridays Broad Street Richmond, VA

Richmond Raceway Gears Up for Thrilling Toyota Owners 400 Weekend

The anticipation is high as Richmond Raceway, one of NASCAR's most storied tracks, prepares for the upcoming Toyota Owners 400 Weekend, taking place from March 31 to April 2. Kicking off the weekend with a bang, the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will light up the track on Friday, March 31. Saturday's lineup will be packed with action, featuring...

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