BoatUS Foundation, Lynnhaven River NOW, and TowBoatUS partners removed 10 abandoned derelict vessels in Virginia to reduce navigation hazards and pollution.
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- Richmond Feed More
After more than 100 Petersburg seniors were suddenly displaced, Feed More and local partners provided meals and water for those temporarily staying in hotels.
- Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
The 3rd Annual Virginia Birding Classic saw record participation, with the Thrashers winning the 2026 Cardinal Cup and birders recording well over 200 species.
- Orange County
Orange County clarifies its summer child care program remains open, with low enrollment prompting consolidation from OES and LES to Locust Grove and Gordon-Barbour.
- Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
A historic southeastern U.S. drought is drying Virginia’s wetlands, stressing amphibians and reptiles while also maintaining fish-free habitats some species need.
- City of Richmond
Richmond announces new measures limiting Flock data sharing, updating RPD uniforms, and restricting ICE use of city property to strengthen community trust.
- Annie
More than 100 Petersburg seniors displaced from their housing complex are receiving shelf-stable meal boxes and help connecting to local food resources.
BoatUS Foundation, Lynnhaven River NOW, and TowBoatUS partners removed 10 abandoned derelict vessels in Virginia to reduce navigation hazards and pollution.
After more than 100 Petersburg seniors were suddenly displaced, Feed More and local partners provided meals and water for those temporarily staying in hotels.
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Richmond launches a new FOIA platform to manage requests end-to-end, improve response times, and support a public FOIA Library with frequently requested records.
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Richmond launches a new FOIA request platform to improve transparency, streamline processing, and support a forthcoming online FOIA Library for public records.
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Richmond Police launch Operation Safe Summer, a hotspot-focused partnership with state, federal, local, and community groups to reduce violent crime citywide.
The 3rd Annual Virginia Birding Classic saw record participation, with the Thrashers winning the 2026 Cardinal Cup and birders recording well over 200 species.
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Virginia State Parks will celebrate Douthat State Park’s 90th anniversary June 13 with CCC-focused programs, demonstrations, walks and family activities in Millboro.
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Richmond Police released a critical incident briefing video on a May 7, 2026, officer-involved shooting, aiming to increase transparency and community trust.
Union College student-athletes from four varsity sports earned nine academic, leadership and pre-professional prizes during the College’s annual Prize Day ceremony.
Union women’s lacrosse and men’s and women’s crew earn Liberty League weekly honors, highlighted by NCAA performances and a Dad Vail Regatta podium.
Four Union College student-athletes from three sports were inducted into the College’s historic Phi Beta Kappa chapter, recognizing exceptional academic achievement.
Union College teams earned seven Liberty League weekly awards and six honor roll spots to close the regular season, highlighted by postseason-clinching efforts.
Union teams collected Liberty League boat and rookie of the week honors, with men's crew, baseball, men's lacrosse and nine more student-athletes recognized.
Union College’s ADay4U giving challenge invites donors to support nearly 600 student-athletes through targeted matches and challenges across all athletics programs.
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.
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.
Angling educator Alex McCrickard highlights key public access points, habitats, and target species along Virginia’s tidal James River from Richmond to the bay.
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Occoneechee State Park’s Music in the Park series returns with free evening concerts from May 23 through Aug. 22 at the amphitheater on Buggs Island Lake.
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Pocahontas Premieres returns to Pocahontas State Park May–October, featuring new and returning bands, season tickets, and a bluegrass festival on Aug. 15.
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Fairy Stone State Park hosts a free Spring BioBlitz May 8-10, offering guided programs to help visitors document local wildlife and contribute to iNaturalist.
A DWR trail camera at its Henrico, Virginia, headquarters captured diverse suburban wildlife and offers tips for safely coexisting and reducing conflicts.
Optional boating safety gear such as first-aid kits, radios, anchors, spare paddles, and locator beacons adds redundancy and preparedness beyond legal requirements.
Explore simple Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gift ideas for boaters, including life jackets, dry bags, sun shirts, polarized sunglasses, and emergency beacons.
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Free, family-friendly Music at Main Street Station concerts return to the patio in downtown Richmond with Thursday evening performances from April 30 through May 28.