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David Lefkowitz

City Editor

David Lefkowitz moved to Richmond when he was eight years old and never really left. After four years at William & Mary, David spent a year reporting for WRVA before joining RICtoday. When he’s not writing, you can usually find him buried in a book or out on a run.

RIC blizzard 1996
City
Remembering Richmond’s blizzard of 1996
Where were you when the blizzard hit?
January 17, 2024
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Guests wander Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in January
Culture
Lewis Ginter offering free admission through Sunday, Jan. 14
Richmonders can visit the Garden for half-price admission through the month’s end
January 11, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
Clint Smith looks into the camera, arms crossed
Culture
VMFA hosting two-day symposium inspired by “Dawoud Bey: Elegy”
“Picturing the Black Racial Imaginary” will feature renowned poets, scholars, and artists
January 11, 2024
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Participants discuss at a meeting
Business
Startup program aims to help current and aspiring entrepreneurs
Application for Startup Virginia program open now
January 9, 2024
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A photo of seven seedlings from above
Culture
What to plant in January in Richmond
Cold weather doesn’t have to mean empty gardens
January 5, 2024
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A sign reading "Welcome to Henrico County"
City
Henrico County to host job fair events
Fair kicks off a campaign highlighting the benefits of working for the county
January 5, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
Shelves inside a bottle shop.
Food
What’s the best mocktail in the River City?
We’re in search of the best non-alcoholic beverage in town
January 3, 2024
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An aerial shot of the Richmond skyline
Culture
Richmond’s Ins + Outs for 2024
Take a look at what our readers think will be on trend for the new year — and what we might want to leave in 2023.
January 3, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
RIC google year
City
What Richmonders googled this year
2023’s Google Year in Search is out — check out what Richmonders were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
December 20, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Two black-and-white photos of runner Lon Myers
Culture
Meet Richmond’s first track star, Lon Myers
The “world’s greatest runner” was a Richmond native and world record-holder
December 20, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
Supervisor Frank Thornton speaks at a Henrico county lecturn.
City
Henrico announces scholarships to honor retiring supervisors
Scholarships to honor Frank Thornton and Patricia O’Bannon
December 18, 2023
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RIC_ PR shoe wall
City
Richmond-area running stores
Gear up to hit the road at these local shoe stores
December 18, 2023
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The head and the heart
Culture
Gallery5 receives award from folk-rockers The Head and the Heart
Two members of nationally known band live in Richmond
December 14, 2023
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a photo of the patio at union market
Live
Where to find lunch for $12 or less in Richmond
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 16 options for more affordable lunches from takeout carbonara to wagyu meatloaf.
December 14, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
a photo the mosque in Richmodn VA
Culture
The Altria Theater’s history of classic concerts
Richmond’s iconic theater has seen legendary performers, turned swimming pools into storage, and still hosts memorable events.
December 12, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A view of the Richmond skyline, including a water tower and a smokestack, as seen from Libby Hill park in Church Hill
City
Outdoor activities for a Richmond winter
Soak up some sun without freezing solid.
December 8, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
Carytown restaurant New York Deli
Food
What’s your favorite cheap lunch in Richmond?
In search of $12 lunches
December 6, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
An aerial shot of the Richmond skyline
Culture
Where to take holiday visitors in Richmond
Show your guests all the best spots in the city
December 6, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A ribbon waits to be cut in front of a semi truck
City
Estes cuts ribbon on new Richmond terminal
New terminal is next step in company’s 90+ year history in Richmond
December 4, 2023
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RIC_stoney governor announcement
City
Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney announces 2025 campaign for governor
Stoney second VA Democrat to announce run
December 4, 2023
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Volunteers work on building a house
Culture
Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity set to finish first PRIDE Build
Project brought together 19 sponsors and hundreds of volunteers
November 30, 2023
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The Richmond skyline as seen from the James River
Live
Cost of living in Richmond
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Richmond, VA, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
November 30, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A mural featuring a rainbow, a young woman blowing bubbles, and the words "Dream Big"
City
Know Your City: Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
How well do you know this Highland Park hidden gem?
November 28, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A sailor sandwich on a plate with fries and a limeade on a white table
Food
Finding Richmond’s signature cuisine
We asked, you answered
November 28, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
Ellwood Thompson's Market in the background, a drink with its name in the foreground
Food
Richmond-owned grocery stores and markets
Stock up for Thanksgiving at these local favorites
November 20, 2023
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Katie Potter
Health Brigade's sign out front
City
Free vaccines to be offered at needle exchange sites
RHHD partners with Health Brigade to offer free vaccinations
November 16, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A Dominion Energy cherry picker works on a line
City
Proposed Dominion agreement would keep your power bills where they are
Group to sign on includes state Attorney General, Walmart, and Appalachian Voices
November 16, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
RIC_voting districts
City
City Council seeks to fill vacant 9th District seat
Delegate-elect Mike Jones will no longer represent 9th District starting Jan. 1
November 14, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
An image of a flight from Ruby Scoops Ice Cream. Six mini scoops of ice cream rest in a pink egg carton.
Small Business
Richmond restaurants receive major grant money
Five Black-owned restaurants in the Richmond area received grants of up to $25,000
November 10, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
RIC_Nyla and Oakley
Culture
Richmond SPCA in need of foster homes for furry friends
In the colder months, foster homes for dogs become a top priority
November 10, 2023
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