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Newly Listed Homes near Short Pump, VA — Updated Jul. 16, 2026

Newly Listed Homes near Short Pump, VA — Updated Jul. 16, 2026

    A look at the newest homes for sale in Short Pump, VA. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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    Newly Listed Homes near Midlothian, VA — Updated Jul. 15, 2026

    Newly Listed Homes near Midlothian, VA — Updated Jul. 15, 2026

      A look at the newest homes for sale near Midlothian, VA. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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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.

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      Vec to host virtual listening sessions on Virginia paid leave program

      Vec to host virtual listening sessions on Virginia paid leave program

      • Virginia Employment Commission

      Virginia Employment Commission will hold nine virtual listening sessions to gather public input on regulations for the new Paid Family and Medical Leave program.

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      Built for what’s next at Feed More

      Built for what’s next at Feed More

      • Richmond Feed More

      Feed More details how strategic food sourcing, logistics and inventory management support efficient meal distribution for neighbors across Central Virginia.

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      Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration

      Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration

      • Orange County

      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.

      Community News

      New all-terrain wheelchair expands access at First Landing

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      First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach now offers an all-terrain wheelchair, expanding trail access and joining six other Virginia State Parks with ATWs.

      Inn at Foster Falls reopens under new management

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      The historic Inn at Foster Falls in New River Trail State Park has reopened under new management, offering 10 guest rooms and modern amenities for visitors.

      City of Richmond and Shockoe Legacy Foundation launch Lumpkin's Slave Jail pavilion

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      Richmond and state leaders launched the Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Pavilion, advancing phase two of the Shockoe Project to honor and interpret the city’s slavery history.

      Polling place updates for August 4 Republican primary

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      Some Richmond precincts have new polling locations for the August 4 Republican Primary. Voters should confirm their precinct and polling place before Election Day.

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      Here when our neighbors need us most

      Here when our neighbors need us most

        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.

        City begins next phase restoring Mayo Island park

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        Richmond has begun the next phase of restoring Mayo Island, demolishing aging structures and preparing the site for a future James River natural area park.

        Public information advisory on legislative work session retreat

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        Richmond City Council will hold a legislative work session retreat on July 13, 2026, to discuss the city’s legislative agenda for the Virginia General Assembly.

        Richmond improves pedestrian safety at 2nd Street bus stop

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        RDOT installs a new 2nd Street bus bulb-out to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and public art in Jackson Ward, supported by an AARP grant.

        Community Sports

        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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                    Newly Listed Homes near Short Pump, VA — Updated Jul. 16, 2026

                    Newly Listed Homes near Short Pump, VA — Updated Jul. 16, 2026

                      A look at the newest homes for sale in Short Pump, VA. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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                      Newly Listed Homes near Midlothian, VA — Updated Jul. 15, 2026

                      Newly Listed Homes near Midlothian, VA — Updated Jul. 15, 2026

                        A look at the newest homes for sale near Midlothian, VA. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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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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