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Union soccer teams honored for academic success

Union soccer teams honored for academic success

  • Virginia Union University

Union College men’s and women’s soccer earned United Soccer Coaches College Team Academic Awards after posting GPAs above 3.0 during the 2025-26 academic year.

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Hunting October whitetails in the Appalachian Mountains

Hunting October whitetails in the Appalachian Mountains

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Practical October bowhunting tactics for Appalachian whitetails, from early-season doe and bear goals to late-month rut preparation, access, and stand setup.

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Virginia’s deer and the importance of doe harvest

Virginia’s deer and the importance of doe harvest

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Virginia’s deer project leader explains why harvesting more does is critical to managing overabundant deer, protecting habitats, and improving herd health.

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Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

  • City of Richmond

Richmond and surrounding counties have lifted voluntary water conservation measures after James River flows rose above conservation triggers but urge ongoing daily conservation.

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Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

  • City of Richmond

Richmond and surrounding counties have lifted voluntary water conservation measures as James River flows stabilize, but residents are urged to conserve water daily.

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Here when our neighbors need us most

Here when our neighbors need us most

  • Richmond Feed More

Feed More is delivering weekly meals to Darby House seniors displaced by a devastating fire, partnering with Henrico County and the Red Cross in Virginia.

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Feeding America and Anthem foundation report links food access and health

Feeding America and Anthem foundation report links food access and health

  • Richmond Feed More

Report on Food as Medicine programs shows that coordinated food bank–health care partnerships improve food security and reduce hospitalizations and ER visits.

Community News

Richmond DPU billing and customer service updates

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Richmond DPU reports progress resolving billing delays, correcting payment issues and enhancing customer service as it finalizes its new utility billing system.

Richmond marks International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

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Mayor Danny TK Avula issues a proclamation recognizing August 9, 2026, as the United Nations International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples in Richmond.

Richmond marks International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

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Richmond Mayor Danny Avula issues a proclamation recognizing August 9, 2026, as the UN International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples in the city.

Shockoe Valley streets project advances after approval

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Richmond’s Planning Commission approved the Shockoe Valley Streets Improvement Project, advancing plans to enhance safety, accessibility, and connectivity in the historic area.

Richmond DPU billing system and customer service updates

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Richmond’s Department of Public Utilities details billing system fixes, new account numbers, added customer service staff and ongoing work on Project Synergy.

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Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

    Richmond and surrounding counties have lifted voluntary water conservation measures after James River flows rose above conservation triggers but urge ongoing daily conservation.

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    Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

    Region lifts voluntary water conservation measures

      Richmond and surrounding counties have lifted voluntary water conservation measures as James River flows stabilize, but residents are urged to conserve water daily.

      Fall star party returns to Staunton River State Park

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      Staunton River State Park in Scottsburg, Va., opens registration for its week-long Fall Star Party, featuring dark-sky camping, public viewing night and spring dates.

      Community Sports

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      Union soccer teams honored for academic success

      Union soccer teams honored for academic success

        Union College men’s and women’s soccer earned United Soccer Coaches College Team Academic Awards after posting GPAs above 3.0 during the 2025-26 academic year.

        Poca Go! mountain bike race returns to Pocahontas

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        Poca Go!, an enduro-style mountain bike race at Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield, Va., returns Oct. 3 with categories for all ages and skill levels.

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        Mayor's Cup games heading to Glens Falls in 2027

        Mayor's Cup games heading to Glens Falls in 2027

          The 2027 Capital District Mayor's Cup hockey games will be played at Harding Mazzotti Arena in Glens Falls, hosting Union and RPI women’s and men’s teams.

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          Women’s lax earns Liberty League honors, seven to rolls

          Women’s lax earns Liberty League honors, seven to rolls

            Union women’s lacrosse swept Liberty League weekly honors after a 2-0 weekend, while seven more Union athletes and the men’s varsity 8+ earned honor roll spots.

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            Union athletics hall of fame class of 2026 announced

            Union athletics hall of fame class of 2026 announced

              Union College will induct seven individuals and two teams into the Union Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 during ReUnion weekend on May 17, 2026.

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              Union earns three Liberty League awards, four on honor roll

              Union earns three Liberty League awards, four on honor roll

                Three Union College athletes earned Liberty League weekly awards and four more made the honor roll for standout performances across golf, lacrosse, tennis and more.

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                Annual FOUA golf outing set for May at the Edison Club

                Annual FOUA golf outing set for May at the Edison Club

                  Union College Athletics announces the Friends of Union Athletics Golf Classic on Monday, May 18, at The Edison Club in Rexford, with registration starting at 11 a.m.

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                  Softball and track earn league honors and accolades

                  Softball and track earn league honors and accolades

                    Union softball collects two Liberty League weekly awards, women's track adds a field honor, and baseball and lacrosse standouts earn conference honor roll nods.

                    Community Entertainment

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                    Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration

                    Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration

                      Learn about Orange County, VA’s free Playin’ in the Park Independence celebration at Booster Park on July 2, 2026, including parking, timing, and meeting access.

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                      Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration in Orange County

                      Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration in Orange County

                        Learn about Orange County, Virginia's free Playin' in the Park Independence Celebration at Booster Park, including date, time, parking and what to bring.

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                        Food for thought: Simple ways to reduce food waste

                        Food for thought: Simple ways to reduce food waste

                          Learn practical ways to reduce household food waste, store groceries effectively, understand labels, and use your fridge and freezer to keep food fresher longer.

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                          Banana bread recipe from a longtime Feed More volunteer

                          Banana bread recipe from a longtime Feed More volunteer

                            Bake a warm, comforting banana bread loaf using cake mix, pudding mix, ripe bananas, cinnamon, vanilla, and walnuts from this longtime Feed More volunteer recipe.

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                            Every hand helps neighbors facing hunger

                            Every hand helps neighbors facing hunger

                              Debbie and Ember grow extra produce to share, delivering meals and fresh food to elderly neighbors and extending the reach of a local food pantry.

                              Judd's Music in the Park returns to Smith Mountain Lake

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                              Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Huddleston, Va., announces the return of Judd's Music in the Park summer concert series with three evening shows at the beach pavilion.

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                              The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

                              The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

                                Linda, a grandmother caring for six grandchildren, relies on her local Petersburg food pantry to stretch summer meals and keep wholesome food on the table.

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                                50 years of whitetail mistakes

                                50 years of whitetail mistakes

                                  A veteran hunter reflects on 50 years of whitetail deer pursuits, sharing hard-earned lessons on mistakes, friendship, and the value of experience over gear.

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