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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.

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A sailor sandwich on a plate with fries and a limeade on a white table
Food
Let us know: What’s Richmond’s signature cuisine?
We asked, you answered
November 8, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
GRTC extends deadline to apply for Rider Advisory Council
Richmonders can now apply to join the group until Dec. 4
November 6, 2023
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A postcard of Richmond's lakeside park
City
Know Your City: Richmond’s first suburbs
The “streetcar suburbs” that changed the River City city forever
November 6, 2023
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RIC JRA trees
Travel and Outdoors
Plant a tree at the North Avenue Branch Library
Local organizations team up for tree planting
November 2, 2023
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An aerial autumn shot over Richmond
City
Henrico residential leaf collection begins soon
County will accept leaves beginning Nov. 6
October 31, 2023
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A man in a suit and a man in a Mr Monopoly costume stand on stage and address a crowd
Culture
“Monopoly: Richmond Edition” board unveiled
Monopoly manufacture praises Richmonders’ pride in their hometown
October 31, 2023
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City
Richmond approves reconstruction of illegally demolished buildings
After two historic Church Hill storefronts were torn down in August, the city has now approved the development to continue
October 27, 2023
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A series of obelisk gravestones
Culture
Your guide to Richmond cryptids
Have you heard these local legends go bump in the night?
October 27, 2023
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chesterfield kids in costume at trunk or treat
Culture
Your guide to trunk-or-treat events around Richmond
Family-friendly options for parking lot candy collection
October 23, 2023
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the VCU free store as seen from West Grace Street.
City
VCU Free Store back open for business
VCU Sustainability project reopens Oct. 25
October 23, 2023
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I Voted sticker on a blue background
Chesterfield early voting begins
In-person early voting available in five libraries across the county
October 20, 2023
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a pumpkin bearing the rictoday logo
Culture
Richmond’s favorite pumpkins
Cast your vote for the winner of RICtoday’s Pumpkin Carving Contest
October 19, 2023
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An intersection on VCU campus, with students and other pedestrians crossing in front of a large VCU sign
City
Department of Public Works expanding LPIs at Richmond intersections
Leading Pedestrian Intervals enhance safety for non-drivers at intersections around the city
October 17, 2023
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Winding paved paths through a scenic cemetery on a rainy day
History
How to explore Richmond’s Hollywood Cemetery
A tour of the historic cemetery can be beautiful and educational
October 17, 2023
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Katie Potter
A picture of recycling bins on a leaf-covered street in Richmond.
City
Chesterfield recycling centers announce new hours
Recycling dropoffs will be open daily starting Nov. 1
October 13, 2023
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A photo of a low, one story, white & rainbow bricked building
City
Know Your City: Pine Camp Cultural Arts Center
Northside community center packs a lot into one building
October 11, 2023
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A young girl proudly displaying tomatoes picked from a garden
City
Gardening nonprofit keeps on growing
Greater Richmond Fit4Kids receives $75,000 grant
October 11, 2023
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A collage of former Richmond hockey teams' logos
Culture
The history of Richmond ice hockey
Richmond’s had more hockey teams than you can count on one hand
October 9, 2023
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City
Local youth advocacy program in need of volunteers
Richmond CASA director says program needs hands-on help
October 9, 2023
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A field of Dominion solar panels surrounded by sheep tending to the grass.
Small Business
Dominion plans to expand River City solar power
Proposed projects would build solar facilities in Powhatan and Hanover
October 5, 2023
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Culture
“Dawoud Bey: Elegy” opens at VMFA Nov. 18
The VMFA commissioned works by the renowned artist for immersive show, on view through Feb. 25
October 3, 2023
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The Hanover Tavern in Richmond, VA at night
City
Hanover approves long-term vision for development
Envision Hanover sets housing and workforce goals for next two decades
September 29, 2023
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Two people riding bikes down the sidewalk
Culture
Richmond ranks no. 5 in bike boom
A recent report on post-pandemic bike trips shows Richmond on the rise
September 27, 2023
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three small dachshunds joyously sprinting towards the camera
Events
Dachtoberfest returns to Richmond
The wiener dog fest comes to the Raceway on Saturday, Sept. 30
September 25, 2023
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A picture of recycling bins on a leaf-covered street in Richmond.
City
Chesterfield opens seven new recycling centers
Community drop-offs at parks replace Chesterfield’s curbside recycling program
September 21, 2023
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musician jeff rosenstock plays saxophone to a rapt audience
Culture
Where to catch a cheap concert in Richmond
Get to the gig for less than $20 at these staple music venues in the River City
September 21, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
an off-white brick building with a sign reading "Humphrey Calder Community Center"
City
Know your city: Humphrey Calder has a lot to offer
Richmond Community Center has more than meets the eye
September 19, 2023
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three heavily-adorned hot dogs and a coors banquet beer
Food
Where’s the best hot dog in Richmond?
We’re asking you where to find the best frank in the metro area
September 19, 2023
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A small sign reading "Joseph Bryan Park" hangs by the side of the road
Travel and Outdoors
Henrico County prepares to break ground on Fall Line Trail
When complete, the multi-use trail will run from Petersburg to Ashland
September 15, 2023
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David Lefkowitz
A Pitcher for the Richmond Flying Squirrels, focused, mid-pitch
Sports
The Flying Squirrels are heading to the playoffs
Everything you need to know to cheer for Richmond’s favorite baseball team
September 15, 2023
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