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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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Culture
VMFA unveils Frida Kahlo exhibit in Richmond
Richmond becomes one of only two US cities to host “Frida: Beyond the Myth.”
April 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Food
10 easy picnic ideas in Richmond
Embrace the start of spring and dig into all the local food Richmond has to offer
March 19, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
Find your zen with our Louisville yoga guide
Check out these 13 yoga studios around Derby City, which offer beginner classes, memberships, and more.
January 21, 2025
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Katie Molck
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How to make friends in San Antonio
Here’s your guide to social clubs, public events, and more local ways to make new besties in the Alamo City.
January 16, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero
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Live
Find your zen with our Kansas City yoga guide
Check out these 15+ yoga studios around KC nickname, which offer beginner classes, memberships, hot yoga, and more.
January 10, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Business
World’s first commercial fusion power plant coming to Chesterfield
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is investing billions to build the power plant at the James River Industrial Center.
December 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
Where to get your yoga on around Winston-Salem
Check out these 11 yoga studios around the Twin City with beginner classes, memberships, hot yoga, and more.
December 17, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
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Culture
20+ giftable experiences for your favorite Richmonders
Here are our recommendations for memorable presents in the form of experiences.
December 16, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Business
Movieland undergoing multi-million dollar renovation in Richmond
The upgrades will include new recliner seats, large format auditoriums, and a family-friendly arcade space.
December 11, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Your ultimate guide to tours of Raleigh
Explore the City of Oaks on one of these many tours of Raleigh. Learn more about Raleigh’s brewery and food scene, its storied history, its many public art pieces, and more.
December 6, 2024
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Allie Remhof
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History
How to dine at some of the oldest restaurants in Richmond
Take a look at seven of the oldest restaurants in Richmond, Virginia, ranging from diners to restaurants and pubs.
December 4, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Find your zen at these yoga studios in Charlotte
Check out these 14 yoga studios around the Queen City, which offer beginner classes, hot yoga, memberships, and more.
December 2, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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City
Win $100 just for recycling — see how
The Central Virginia Waste Management Authority is holding a contest through Jan. 10 to reward recyclers who dispose of cardboard boxes properly
November 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
GardenFest of Lights returns to Lewis Ginter for holiday season
Advanced tickets are required to explore the millions of lights throughout the Garden.
November 12, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
RICtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 8, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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City
City announces plan to continue Health Equity Fund, add new advisory committee members
The fund was launched in 2021 with support from the American Rescue Plan Act — now, it continues with diversified funding sources
November 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
City updating traffic signs, adding stop bars at intersections around Richmond
The “citywide blitz” should be complete this winter and will focus on the High Injury Network.
November 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Your guide to local election results in Richmond
See who will represent Richmond on City Council, Richmond School Board, and in the mayor’s office after Election Day 2024.
November 6, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Fitness
Find your zen with our Sacramento yoga guide
Check out these 12 yoga studios around the City of Trees and find your zen.
November 4, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Fitness
Find your zen with our San Jose yoga guide
Check out these 12 yoga studios around the great 408, which offer everything from beginner Vinyasa to full-fledged hot yoga + pilates.
November 4, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Find your flow: A guide to yoga in San Diego
Check out these 24 yoga options around America’s Finest City.
November 4, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Events
Get your scares in at Halloween events around Raleigh
From drag shows and trick-or-treating to zombies prowling Cary, we’ve got all you need to know on local Halloween events — plus an interactive map to plan your holiday.
October 29, 2024
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Allie Remhof
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City
Revitalized Public Art Commission seeking new members
The formal body advises city leaders on public art projects around the city — learn more and apply by December 15.
October 28, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
VCU to break ground on 42-acre Athletic Village
The VCU Athletic Village will include an indoor/outdoor tennis facility, soccer stadium, track and field complex, and multipurpose training center.
October 28, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
What’s next for the Intermediate Terminal Building?
The city wants to reimagine the old warehouse — read up on its past and let us know what you want for it in the future.
October 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Events
Get your scares in at Halloween events around Richmond
From bar crawls to trunk-or-treating to zombies prowling Carytown, we’ve got all you need to know on local Halloween events — plus an interactive map to plan your holiday.
October 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Share your thoughts on the future Mayo Island Park
The city will host an open house and has a public survey to collect comments and questions about the upcoming public space
October 22, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
River City Roller Derby tournament returns for three days of action
The People’s Battle of Richmond will feature eight teams facing off at the convention center
October 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
VMFA to break ground on $261 million expansion in late 2025
The project will add a new wing for American, African, and contemporary art, expected to open in 2028.
October 16, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Asked: What bands will play the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront?
Give us your best guess — the amphitheater is set to open in summer 2025.
October 16, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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