Robin Schwartzkopf in a red button down shirt

Robin Schwartzkopf

Senior City Editor

Robin is a born-and-raised Richmonder who has contributed to publications including RVA Magazine, The Cavalier Daily, and C-VILLE Weekly. She helped launch RICtoday in July 2021 and enjoys exploring James River trails in her free time.

The citywide celebration of all things urban forestry returns Oct. 11-20.
The Jackson Ward destination was the central topic of a summit over the summer, which has since resulted in renderings and strategies open for public comment.
Here’s where you can meet the American Revolution figure at reenactment events and lectures around Richmond
Broaden your horizons with these programs around the River City
NOVEL Scott’s Addition’s amenities include a speakeasy, record listening lounge, pool, and sky lounge.
Explore the Horse Capital of the World through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
Check out these 23 yoga options around America’s Finest City.
Check out these 12 yoga studios around the City of Trees and find your zen.
Check out these 11 yoga studios around the great 408, which offer everything from beginner Vinyasa to full-fledged hot yoga + pilates.
The museum will be one of only two in the country to host the exhibition “Frida: Beyond the Myth.”
Become a development terminology expert fast than you can say “special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
Next year, a portion of the city budget will be directly informed by residents.
The Meadowville Technology Park campus will grow Driscoll’s strawberries year-round.
Tips for transportation, timing, and getting the most out of the folk festivities
See “Edmund Archer: Perspectives on Black Dignity” at the museum starting Sept. 26.
The cultural run-walk event takes participants through 400 years of Black history and is put on by the Djimon Hounsou Foundation.
Here’s your guide to social clubs, public events, and more local ways to make new besties in the Alamo City.
The Southside shop will feature work by local artists as well as class and event space
Get involved with the first round of engagement for the new bus rapid transit line.
Whether you’re a pumpkin spice fan or want to have some hauntingly good times, the River City has plenty of fall fun in store.
The Library of Virginia, University of Richmond, Valentine Museum, and Virginia Historical Society will receive funding for specific projects from the NEH.
Enjoy brews, food, music, contests, and more at Oktoberfest celebrations around the River City
See what’s on the ballot, when and how to vote, and important information for Election Day in the River City
The school district wants to focus on improving school ratings, graduation rates, and academic scores, alongside other key goals.
Ground was broken on the new baseball stadium on Sept. 6, with a projected open date in April 2026.
The Doswell amusement park turns 50 in 2025 — share your KD memories with us.
VDOT has released the results of a public survey about the Mayo Bridge replacement and will host a citizen information meeting on Sept. 17.
Register for the free season premiere to see “Dear Mazie,” “Caitlin Cherry: Eigengrau,” and “Loie Hollowell: Space Between, A Survey of Ten Years”
Here’s how Richmond Public Library branches are celebrating the month.
Richmond joins several localities in working towards 43-mile shared-use Fall Line Trail.