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Richmond DPU restoring accurate billing after meter data malfunction
Around 5,000 South Richmonders will get a double utility bill this month, but payments might not be as high as you think. Here’s what you need to know.
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Say gourd bye to Halloween by donating your pumpkins to pigs
Pumpkins for Pigs accepts donations across Virginia. Here’s how you can turn your Jack o’Lanterns into a fun snack.
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A safer future for pets: Henrico eyes first animal cruelty registry in Virginia
Henrico County could create Virginia’s first animal cruelty registry. Here’s what you need to know.
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Dark tourism in Virginia: 6 places to check out
Dark tourism has become increasingly popular over the years. Here are six places to visit in Virginia that are both morbid and historical.
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Heart health meets community action: CPR kiosk opens in Richmond
The American Heart Association is making it easier than ever to learn CPR. Here’s what you need to know about Richmond’s new interactive training kiosk.
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Honor the past and celebrate the present at this Día de los Muertos celebration
Virginia’s Latino Farmers Market is hosting a special Día de los Muertos celebration on November 1. Here’s everything you need to know.
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What to know about one of Virginia’s newest Halloween scary spots — there’s wine
The Nefarious Haunt Experience at Grayhaven Winery takes spooky season to a whole new level. Here’s what you need to know.
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The Social Security Administration is no longer issuing paper checks. Here’s what you need to know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has switched to electronic forms of payment. Here’s how you can set up your automatic payments with ease.
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Ride, Eat, Repeat: The State Fair of Virginia Runs Thru October 5
The State Fair of Virginia is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., rain or shine. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Gilbert’s Restaurant, once a beacon for Black travelers, is now a National Historic Site
Gilbert’s Restaurant, which formerly operated in Chatham, was recognized as a safe haven for Black people. Here’s what you need to know about the historic location.




















