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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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City
Improvements coming to Kanawha Plaza
City will hold public meeting on May 22 to share proposed pedestrian improvements around the US-60 Downtown Expressway Gateway
May 5, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Hozier, Lord Huron to headline Iron Blossom Music Festival
The inaugural Iron Blossom Music Festival will take place August 26-27, 2023 in the heart of VCU
May 2, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
DMV unveils new look licenses and IDs
The new designs feature callbacks to Virginia’s nature and architecture as well as enhanced security features
April 25, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Let us plan your Richmond Restaurant Week
With so many local restaurants participating in Richmond Restaurant Week April 24-30, we’ll help you pick where to make a reservation based on your dining preferences.
April 20, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sponsored
Try This: Blast off with “Apollo: When We Went to the Moon”
The largest-ever exhibition at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture offers space-filled fun for the whole family.
Sponsored by
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate Earth Day at this Bryan Park festival
Shop from local vendors, enjoy live music, get a bite to eat from food trucks, and see family-friendly demonstrations all day long in honor of our planet
April 19, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
The exterior construction of the Paseo mixed-use development.
Development
Your guide to understanding development news in San Jose, CA
Become a development terminology expert faster than you can say “special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
April 14, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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City
What do you want for the future of Mayo Island?
Mayor Levar Stoney introduced two ordinances to facilitate the city’s purchase of Mayo Island
April 13, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Fitness
Major new race coming to Richmond next year
Representatives from Sports Backers and UR announced the Virginia Credit Union River City Half Marathon, which will take place in March 2024
April 13, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Great Escapes: Our guide to Savannah, GA
Explore the historic streets, contemporary art + award-winning cuisine in the Hostess City of the South.
April 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Nonprofits
Apply for a Green Grant to keep Virginia beautiful
The program awards funds in four categories throughout June
April 11, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Valentine announces new season of tours
Explore Richmond’s history by foot or bus with local experts
April 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Meet the Richmonder who survived the sinking of the Titanic
Robert Williams Daniel married a fellow survivor, served in the Virginia Senate, and is buried at Hollywood Cemetery
April 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Kick off spring at First Fridays around the city
Make plans for the evening of April 7 and beyond.
April 6, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
When Lincoln came to Richmond
As the Civil War came to and end, Lincoln and Tad’s tour of Richmond heralded peace.
March 31, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Arts
Richmond Symphony unveils new performance apparel
The attire departs from the traditional tux and tails with creative and technological innovation.
March 30, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Shop PopUp RVA this spring
The largest weekly vendor market in Richmond returns to the Diamond April-October.
March 28, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
10 boba tea places to refresh your day
Check out our map to spots all over town to get your boba fix.
March 24, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Arts
Be among the first to hear “The Fall of Richmond”
Composer Curt Sydnor will premiere his chamber symphony at free community event
March 23, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Richmond to host 2024 National Wheelchair Basketball Tournament
The Junior and Adult divisions of the NWBA will play at the new Henrico Sports & Event Center next April.
March 23, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
Chesterfield launches 42-acre Springline at District 60 development
The county began demolition of the Spring Rock Green shopping center to transform it into a retail destination
March 21, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Richmond
Explore the River City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
March 17, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
VCU: MBB v Duke
Sports
Here’s where you can cheer on VCU Men’s Basketball against Saint Mary’s
Hit up a watch party for the afternoon game, or check out streaming options
March 16, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Airports and Transportation
Public Works starts citywide traffic signal retiming project
Changes to signalized intersections will improve safety, air quality, and traffic flow
March 14, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Business
Richmond is getting an official Monopoly board
Submit your picks for places, landmarks, and businesses to be featured in the game.
March 9, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Here’s a breakdown of Mayor Stoney’s budget proposal
The $3 billion budget focuses on money towards housing, education, services, and city employees
March 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Arts
RVA Environmental Film Festival returns March 10-21
Get all the details to attend and see our picks for can’t-miss screenings.
March 3, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Downtown Charleston
Development
Your guide to understanding development news in Charleston, SC
March 3, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Business
Two local bookstores announce changes
A new home for Book People and a new name for Chop Suey
March 3, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Easter on Parade returns to Monument Avenue
Food, drinks, music, crafts, vendors, and bonnet festivities return to the streets of Richmond this year
March 2, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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