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Henrico missionary creates Hurricane Dorian relief effort for Bahamas
The death toll in the Bahamas has climbed to 45 following Hurricane Dorian and officials say that number is only expected to grow.
Nonprofit helps struggling new parents find resources they need
Little Hands is a nonprofit group that serves the Greater Richmond region connecting resources with needs.
NBC12, Red Cross team up to help Dorian victims
Volunteers will take calls for your donations twice on Monday.
5 last minute things to do before the summer ends
As summer starts to wind down and the kids are back to school you may be thinking of some last minute ideas for things to do to get outdoors.
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Richmond SPCA offering 2-for-1 cat adoptions
Richmond SPCA adopted 81 animals for Clear the Shelters Aug. 17, but still has quite a few animals in need of homes.
‘Science on Tap’ combines beer, food, science at Science Museum of Virginia
The adults-only event will feature beer science trivia and a beer and space astronomy show as well other activities and vendors.
Here’s what happened this week to make you smile
Happy Sunday!
‘Just go do it’: Alicia Dickerson hopes to encourage other girls through football
Alicia Dickerson makes history at Powhatan High as she becomes the second female football player in programs history since the 1980's.
'Everything was torn to pieces’: Bottoms Up pizza a literal mark of Gaston recovery
Many storefronts weren’t able to recover, but Bottoms Up Pizza survived one of the biggest disasters the city has ever encountered.
Have you ever had a pawpaw? It’s making a comeback in Virginia
The fruit was once a common staple for Native Americans and the colonial settlers in Virginia.
Goochland welcomes new fire chief
Ferguson says this is a dream come true and that he’s overwhelmed with joy and excitement
Deli restaurant in Northside jumps in on ‘chicken war’ while getting customers to vote
Local deli restaurant Nomad Deli is joining the war saying they have the best chicken sandwich in Richmond.
On This Day: 19th Amendment is adopted
After women suffragists struggled for more than 70 years, the amendment gave women the right to vote.
PHOTOS: Celebrating National Dog Day
It's time to show off your furry friends!
Here’s what happened this week to make you smile
Happy Sunday!
Hanover cancels DMV connect service
DMV Connect will be at the Hanover County Government Complex on Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Moonlight Ride to impact traffic Aug. 24
Traffic will be affected on Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Robin Hood Road, Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue.
T-shirt fundraiser to benefit RPS teacher supplies
T-shirts with “RPS Teachers Rock” will help support the RPS Teacher Store, which is the district’s resource center for classroom supplies.
Hopewell City Council votes to burn down ‘Colonial Corner’ shopping center
Tuesday, Hopewell City Council voted unanimously to demolish the crumbling Colonial Corner shopping center as part of a controlled training exercise that will be conducted by the city fire department.
Non-profit in Ashland offers therapeutic horseback riding for cancer patients, survivors
In Ashland, there’s a new type of “therapy” being used to help cancer patients and survivors, and no medication or chemo is involved.
Man’s death at YMCA ruled accidental drowning
The Medical Examiner says the 63-year-old man accidentally drowned while swimming.
RACC to hold yard sale Sept. 13-14
Richmond Animal Care and Control received enough goods for its June yard sale that it needs to hold a second one.
Henrico barbershop cutting children’s hair for free
The deal runs through Labor Day.
Glen Allen dentist writes book to help ease children’s fears
Getting anyone excited for the dentist can be a difficult task but for a child it can be their worst fear.
Overcoming tragedy: Student who lost mother in crash gifted school supplies
In just 17 years of life, Justin Henderson Jr. has experienced joy and tragedy.
Richmond officers help children with back-to-school shopping
Richmond police officers are helping children get ready for the upcoming school year with some shopping.
Woman looks to reunite antique photos with family
One of the photos indicates it dates back to 1929.
Kings Dominion offers free admission for teachers, staff
All teachers, faculty and staff from any Virginia location can receive free admission to the park from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2.
VCU freshmen move-in for 2019-2020 school year
VCU welcomed 4,500 freshman Saturday for the 2019-2020 school year.
Free Store for VCU students, faculty to open in August
At the start of the fall semester, VCU is opening the Free Store. which will allow members of the VCU community to donate or take home free stuff.
James River High helps students end summer break on a high note
Karli Woodcock of James River High School hosted a cookout as part of a week long summer camp. The camp was apart a community service project at the school where students try to make an impact in the community.
Paws to Swim offers safe environment for dogs to swim and play
In Richmond, there is a safe alternative where dogs can go to briefly escape the dog days of summer by splashing around in the water and getting quite a workout while doing it.
'Water is life’: Irrigation tank stolen from Richmond community garden
Richmond police say thieves stole a water tank from the Seeds of Change community garden late Aug. 13 or early Aug. 14
Feeling cluttered? Get organized ahead of a new school year
The combination of summer clutter and back-to-school supplies all seem to hit this time of year, and if it has you and your family overwhelmed, there are some things you can do to organize your life.
Veterans’ organization in need of money to fix elevator
A Richmond organization that helps homeless and disabled veterans says it is in need of thousands of more dollars to fix their only elevator.
‘Gentle giant’ Eugene Mason, former councilman, dies at 78
Eugene Mason served the city’s Ninth District for two years and also was vice president of the Richmond branch of the NAACP.
You could help Richmond-based groups get $25K in grant money
Two Richmond-based organizations are among six Virginia groups in the running for $25,000 grants from State Farm.
‘Paddle for Pups’ to benefit parvo treatment at RACC
A $30 donation to RACC is required to participate and includes an event T-shirt. Registration is open through Sept. 13.
Tricycle Gardens receives truck donation from Dominion Energy
In addition to the truck, Tricycle says Dominion donated some farm tools that it needed as well.
Richmond City Council moves vote on ballot question over new arena, downtown development to Wednesday
The question would allow voters to say whether or not they support the mayor's proposed downtown redevelopment.
Fitness instructor awarded for helping children with special needs
Woman plans to reinvest her Acts of Kindness money in the people that matter most.
Richmond police names new LGBTQ liaison
Capt. Michael Bender has been with RPD for 24 years.
‘I feel like I’m about to lose her again’: Mother fights city to prevent changes to cemetery
Her daughter, Janet Driver, 17, was killed in an ATV accident in 2017.
Here’s what happened this week to make you smile
Happy Sunday!
Richmond drumline wins international competition
As the summer break winds down, competition season ramps up for one group of Richmond students.
Cats named Yin, Yang can ‘bring balance’ to their adopter
While the cats have fewer eyes than normal, they also have more toes than normal because Yang is polydactyl.
Two loose pigs wrangled in Richmond now adopted
Richmond Animal Care and Control was living the swine life Friday morning, as their officers worked with Richmond police to catch two pigs.
4-foot deep pothole filled after weeks of complaints
Some neighbors said their cars were damaged after running over the pothole.
'Pompeii: The Immortal City’ closes soon at the Science Museum of Virginia - Win tickets here!
The exhibition includes more than 100 original artifacts found during archaeological excavations that illuminate the disciplines in which the civilization excelled.
Virginia Flaggers banned from Goochland festival; now calling for boycott
The Virginia Flaggers, a group that supports Confederate heritage, believe it was denied renting a booth because of political reasons, and are now calling for a boycott.
Jazz Fest Fun: Can you name the artists on these album covers?
The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival kicks off Aug. 8 and continues through the weekend.
Jazz dream comes true for Richmond teen
The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival at Maymont is so close you can almost hear the music in the air.
‘We fight crime better together’: National Night Out puts focus on community involvement
So far in 2019 Henrico has had three homicides. While that number is far less compared to surrounding jurisdictions, police are constantly seeking help from the community.
Communities ready for 2019 National Night Out
This year marks the 36th annual of the National Night Out in communities across the U.S.
AAA offers free car seat checks in Chesterfield
A child passenger safety technician will be on site from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 11261 Mall Drive to check car seats.
Richmond Jazz & Music Festival helps city become destination spot for music
The 10th annual Richmond Jazz and Music Festival at Maymont is just days away.
‘I feel complete again’: Urn keychain with mother’s ashes returned to woman
A woman has been reunited with her mother’s ashes after a Caroline County man found her urn keychain at a gas station.
Cattle Baron’s Ball to benefit American Cancer Society
The event supports the American Cancer Society.
‘What motivates you?’: Valedictorian inspires others, holds on to mother’s legacy
As he reflects on his accomplishments, and what is still to come, Brown posed a single question to his peers on graduation day: “What motivates you?”
Nonprofit serving children with autism finds new home
R.A.I.N. has partnered with U-Turn Sports Performance Academy to find a new home for its program.
Washington Redskins donate nearly $50,000 to seven more Richmond schools
The Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation provides nearly $50,000 in funding to 7 schools and non-profits in Richmond to build their own Loads of Love Laundry Centers.
‘Until I get a rental car, I’m immobile’: Disabled vet’s truck stolen from Henrico apartment
The truck was equipped with an automatic step-side that when activated allowed Kilgore to get in and out with greater ease.