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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
Two photography exhibitions coming to the VMFA
Visitors can see “A Long Arc” and “American, born Hungary” from Oct. 5 to Jan. 26 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
August 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
See how you can help during this region-wide James River cleanup
The James River Advisory Council will host events in Richmond and surrounding counties for the annual James River Regional Cleanup.
August 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
See who’s performing at this year’s Folk Festival
The free festival returns to the riverfront this September — here’s the lineup of artists announced so far
August 6, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
See who’s performing at Pridefest in Richmond
The Virginia Pride celebration will take place at Bon Secours Training Center on Sept. 14.
August 5, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
That’s the spirit: Cast your vote in the Virginia Cocktail Games
The statewide competition features three finalists from Richmond competing to be named Virginia’s 2024 Cocktail of the Year.
August 1, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
What to expect during Broad and Belvidere construction traffic
As VCU builds its CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation, here’s what you should be mindful of while navigating the busy intersection
July 30, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Get a look inside the upcoming Shockoe Institute
Shockoe Institute preview provides look at forthcoming museum and master plan
July 29, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
The Branch challenges Richmonders to “Re-Think Design”
The event series at the museum will explore new ways of thinking about design, from fashion to city planning to holiday cards.
July 26, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
6 local places for a brew-tiful afternoon tea
Our guide to six tea rooms in the River City
July 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Olympians with ties to Richmond and Virginia competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
Virginia is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 23, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Traffic calming measures coming to Forest Hill intersection
A pedestrian crossing, sidewalks, and back-in parking are part of the plan for the intersection of Forest Hill and Semmes Avenues
July 22, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Your map to refreshing beverages in the River City
Whether you’re on the hunt for a smoothie, juice, boba tea, or frozen marg, here’s your guide to local drinks to cool you down.
July 22, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
River Education Center opens on Dock Street
The James A. Buzzard River Education Center will serve thousands of students each year.
July 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
$250,000 is up for grabs for local community groups
Community organizations working on the front lines of climate change can apply for the Neighborhood Climate Resilience Grant Program and receive funds to support their mission.
July 12, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Henrico to open new park July 16
The county will host a five-day grand opening celebration for Taylor Farm Park in Sandston
July 11, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Share your thoughts on this statewide outdoors plan
The Virginia Outdoors Plan is open for public comment through the end of July
July 10, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Style Weekly is looking for the offical dog of the 804
Enter the competition to see if your dog could be the face of the River City at 804 Day
July 8, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Play
Happy Hauling: Thrift shops, flea markets, vintage, and resale shops in Richmond
See where you can shop secondhand for clothes, household items, and more at thrift shops and resale markets around the 804
July 8, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
Local art wanted for First Friday exhibition
Submit your work to be featured in the Library of Virginia exhibit “Virginia Stories: Underground Art”
July 2, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Richmond Parks and Recreation to create first citywide vision plan since 1970s
Richmond INSPIRE will involve city leaders, community members, local experts, and stakeholders to develop a vision for Richmond Parks and Recreation
July 2, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
GRTC completes launch of on-demand transit service
The fifth of five LINK Microtransit zones in the pilot program opens July 1.
June 28, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Remote work spots to make Richmond your office
From coffee shops to coworking spaces to libraries, here’s where you can set yourself up for work success.
June 27, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Sports
Local athlete receives ESPN Youth Leadership Award
Hannah Smith will be honored at the ESPYs as a recipient of the Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award.
June 26, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Let us know your favorite flavors at local ice cream shops
We’re preparing our ultimate guide to local ice cream so you can stay cool all summer long
June 24, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Fitness
Flow at these Portland yoga studios
Check out these 15 yoga studios around the City of Roses offering sweat-fueled workouts, restorative meditation, and more.
June 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
RVA Thriving Artists program promotes emerging local artists
Participants in the Community Bridge Project display their work for three months at no cost at Art Works gallery.
June 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
Flow at these Tampa Bay area yoga studios
Check out these 15 yoga studios around the Big Guava and the Burg that offer hot, aerial, yin, vinyasa, and more yoga studio offerings.
June 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Richmond is rewriting its zoning ordinance. What does this mean?
Richmonders are invited to apply to join the Zoning Advisory Council to provide input to the planning commission.
June 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Live
Find your zen with our Raleigh yoga guide
Check out these 20 yoga studios around the City of Oaks, which offer holistic wellness outside the studio, smoothies, international retreats, and more.
June 19, 2024
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Allie Remhof
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Business
Condair announces $57 million production facility in Chesterfield
The evaporative technologies manufacturing company will construct a new 400,000-sqft facility to open in 2025
June 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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