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Richmond Art District plan advances
Richmond Art District plan advances
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 8:00 AM EDT2012-05-23 12:00:49 GMT
The plan to create an arts district in Downtown Richmond is taking another step forward. The Times Dispatch reports a city planning committee unanimously approved creating an arts district on Broad StreetMore >>
The plan to create an arts district in Downtown Richmond is taking another step forward. More >>
Suspect killed in Farmville shootout, officer on leave
Suspect killed in Farmville shootout, officer on leave
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:54 AM EDT2012-05-23 11:54:15 GMT
State police are investigating a deadly shooting involving a Farmville police officer. We're told the officer ended up in a shootout with a wanted man. That suspect is William Wingfield. A searchMore >>
State police are investigating a deadly shooting involving a Farmville police officer. More >>
Neighbors file appeal over new Henrico Mosque
Neighbors file appeal over new Henrico Mosque
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:53 AM EDT2012-05-23 11:53:11 GMT
Some Henrico neighbors are asking the county to "hold off" on plans for a new mosque along Hungary Road. Neighbors have filed a formal appeal with the county requesting changes. The mosque for theMore >>
Some Henrico neighbors are asking the county to "hold off" on plans for a new mosque along Hungary Road. More >>
Public meeting on school superintendent
Public meeting on school superintendent
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:43 AM EDT2012-05-23 11:43:22 GMT
The search for the next Petersburg school superintendent continues and you have a chance to weigh in. Dr. Alvera Parrish will resign as Petersburg's top educator at the end of June. There have beenMore >>
The search for the next Petersburg school superintendent continues and you have a chance to weigh in.More >>
12 Investigates: Political gifts to Virginia lawmakers
12 Investigates: Political gifts to Virginia lawmakers
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 12:04 AM EDT2012-05-23 04:04:51 GMT
From Hokie and Redskins games, to trips to France — Virginia lawmakers were wined and dined last year. It's completely legal under Virginia law, but the $245,000 in gifts that lawmakers accepted is alsoMore >>
From Hokie and Redskins games, to trips to France — Virginia lawmakers were wined and dined last year. It's completely legal under Virginia law, but the $245,000 in gifts that lawmakers accepted is also a matter of public record.More >>
Dog responsible for bus stop attack to be euthanized
Dog responsible for bus stop attack to be euthanized
Updated: Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:41 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:41:07 GMT
The fate of a dog blamed for an attack at a Chesterfield County bus stop has been decided. The dog police describe as a pit bull, but several children at the intersection of Tracker Drive and PoachersMore >>
A dog said to be responsible for attacking several children at a bus stop in Chesterfield County will be euthanized.More >>
Body found riddled with bullets on road in Dinwiddie Co.
Body found riddled with bullets on road in Dinwiddie Co.
Updated: Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:31 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:31:49 GMT
A man was shot to death and left laying in the middle of a desolate road in Dinwiddie County. The discovery was called in to police at about 4:15 a.m.. The victim was found on Cherry Hill Road by the NottowayMore >>
The victim is described as a 53-year-old, white man who lives in the county.More >>
Questions surround death near Short Pump
Questions surround death near Short Pump
Updated: Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:16 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:16:17 GMT
Questions still surround what police are calling the "suspicious death" of a 28 year old man in Henrico's West End. Casey Barbour's body was found in a car near Short pump Sunday. His friends and familyMore >>
Questions still surround what police are calling the "suspicious death" of a 28 year old man in Henrico's West End. Casey Barbour's body was found in a car near Short pump Sunday. His friends and family still don't know exactly what happened to him.More >>
Severe thunderstorms hit parts of central Virginia
Severe thunderstorms hit parts of central Virginia
Updated: Tuesday, May 22 2012 10:41 PM EDT2012-05-23 02:41:51 GMT
Several areas west of I-95 were drenched by strong to severe thunderstorms this evening. The strongest cells over Nottaway, Cumberland, and Amelia Counties were accompanied by large hail, and more stormsMore >>
Several areas west of I-95 were drenched by strong to severe thunderstorms this evening.More >>
Man found dead at Brookland Park Avenue
Man found dead at Brookland Park Avenue
Updated: Tuesday, May 22 2012 9:06 PM EDT2012-05-23 01:06:49 GMT
A man is found dead in the street on Richmond's north side. Brookland Park Avenue is closed between Barton and North because the body is still in the street. Officials had to re-route the buses forMore >>
A man is found dead in the street on Richmond's north side. Family members fear it is 27-year-old Antoine Saunders.More >>

INFORMATION FROM THE CENTRAL VIRGINIA WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY:

Christmas Tree Recycling Available in Central Virginia

Richmond, VA. - There are a number of locations in central Virginia that will accept Christmas trees from area residents. Please be sure to remove all tinsel, bulbs, wire and bolts from the tree before taking it to a disposal center. Most facilities will be recycling the trees into mulch. Visit www.cvwma.com for additional holiday recycling information.

Town of Ashland Residents

Set tree at curb for collection by town crews.

Chesterfield County Residents

Northern Area Convenience Center 3200 Warbro Rd. off Hull Street Rd. or Genito Rd.

Dec. 26 – Jan. 31, 9:30 am – 6 pm Monday & Friday, Saturday & Sunday (closed holidays)

Southern Area Convenience Center 6700 Landfill Rd. off Ironbridge Rd.

Dec. 26 – Jan. 31, 9:30 am – 6 pm Monday & Friday, Saturday & Sunday (closed holidays)

City of Colonial Heights Residents

Recycling Center 2701 Conduit Road (behind Sheetz)

Fridays & Saturdays, 8 am – 12 (noon), 1-5 pm (Open Dec. 30, Jan. 5, 6, 7; Closed Dec. 26, 31)

Goochland County Residents

Central Convenience Center 1908 Hidden Rock Lane, in Courthouse area (closed Jan. 1)

Dec. 26 – Jan. 16

Western Convenience Center 3455 Hadensville Fife Road

Dec. 26 – Jan. 16 (closed Jan. 1)

Hanover County Residents

301 Transfer Station Courtland Farm Rd. (Rt. 820), yard waste area

Dec. 26 – Jan. 31, Monday - Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Closed Sundays and holidays)

Mechanicsville Solid Waste Convenience Center 7427 Verdi Ln. (Rt. 710), yard waste area

Dec. 26 – Jan. 3, Sunday - Saturday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm (closed holidays)

Courthouse Solid Waste Convenience Center 7301 Courtland Farm Rd. (Rt 820)