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Robin Schwartzkopf

Senior Newsletter 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.

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Rooted Yoga
Wellness
Find your zen with our Columbia yoga guide
Check out these 10 yoga studios around Soda City, which offer beginner classes, memberships, hot yoga, and more.
August 23, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
A group of people sit on yoga mats doing a yoga practice in Hollis Garden in Lakeland, FL
Experience
Flow at these Lakeland yoga studios
Check out these eight yoga studios around Swan City, which offer classes for beginners, hot yoga, and more fitness classes.
August 23, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Local groups partner to open Matchbox Mutual Aid
RVA Community Fridges and Richmond Food Not Bombs planning Matchbox community space in Northside
August 18, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
RVA Bike Share to relaunch August 21 with free rides
Richmonders will be able to ride RVA Bike Share for free through 2023
August 18, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
What’s the best barbecue in Richmond?
Let us know your pick for who’s serving up the best barbecue in the 804
August 17, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
New pickleball courts — plus, where to play around Richmond
Henrico is installing two championship courts with spectator seating at Pouncey Tract Park — here’s where to play the popular game.
August 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
City Charter changes: What to expect and when
Here’s what changes could come to Richmond’s charter and when to expect them to go into effect
August 8, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
What to expect at the upcoming Richmond Ballet season
The season includes new works, world premieres, and familiar classics like “The Nutcracker” and “Dracula”
August 8, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Hundreds of yogis as seen from overhead at Republic Square
Live
Find your zen with our Austin yoga guide
Check out these 18 yoga studios, which offer vinyasa flows, hot studios, and teacher trainings, around the Capital City.
August 4, 2023
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Laura Figi
A line of RVA Bike Share bikes are docked on Broad Street by the Science Museum.
City
Richmond bike share program looking to get back on the road
Bike share stations around the city have been locked since software provider Bewegen Technologies shut down in May
August 4, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Help local teachers stock their classrooms
United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg hosting school supply drive in August
August 3, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
The Richmond city skyline above the river at sunrise.
Culture
Local deals for 804 Day
Celebrate all things Richmond on August 4 with local deals, events, and a massive River City block party
August 3, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Business
Coming soon: Indoor vertical farming in Chesterfield
Plenty expects to start growing strawberries in late 2023/early 2024.
August 1, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Share your thoughts on the Jackson Ward Community Plan draft
Check out the plan for the historic neighborhood and provide your comments before August 27.
July 27, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A stack of brochures at the Austin Visitor Center
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Austin
Explore the Capital City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 26, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Where to see outdoor movies in Richmond
Whether you’re looking for a drive-in experience or a casual park screening, check out where you can see outdoor movies around the River City
July 25, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
The ultimate Richmond burger map
Find your next smash, black bean, or classic burger at a local spot around the River City
July 21, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Pirate Water Taxi
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Tampa Bay
Explore TBAY through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 21, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
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City
City installs high water detection system on two hazardous roads
New system designed to provide advance warning to motorists of flooded roadways
July 21, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Kickers announce return of pre-professional women’s soccer to Richmond
The USL W League expansion team will begin play in spring 2024
July 15, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Play
Find your flow with our Richmond yoga guide
Check out these 20+ yoga studios around the River City which offer beginner classes, memberships, hot yoga, and more.
July 13, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
Vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Richmond, VA
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Richmond.
July 13, 2023
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Ashlea Hearn
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Culture
How to celebrate Richmond Music Week
Find new artists, rock out at a block party, and toast to 50 years of hip-hop at special events August 4-11.
July 13, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Kansas City
Explore the City of Fountains through its history, food, drink, and art on these tour experiences.
July 12, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Travel and Outdoors
Your ultimate guide to tours of Portland
Explore the City of Roses through the lens of history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 11, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Richmond Kickers logo ahead of the soccer pitch.
Sports
Cheer on the USA at these World Cup watch parties
The Kickers will host two World Cup watch parties at City Stadium for the US Women’s National Team
July 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Your ultimate guide to tours of Columbia
Explore the Soda City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
See 75 cent movies at Ashland Theatre
Celebrate 75 years of the community theater with films, popcorn, door prizes, and 75 cent screenings all year long
July 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A postcard showing the Nickel Bridge.
City
Nickel Bridge closed for repairs
The Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority is conducting maintenance on the Boulevard Bridge on Friday, July 7 and Saturday, July 8.
July 6, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Wedding venues in Richmond
Choose from a variety of spaces, from intimate gardens to sweeping ballrooms, for your special day.
July 6, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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