Hi Richmond! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. End of an Era: Haynes, The Dump closing all stores after 128 years (foxrichmond.com) — Richmond shoppers are seeing a major change as Haynes Furniture and The Dump begin going‑out‑of‑business sales at three area locations, including Hull Street Road, West Broad Street, and Brook Road. After 128 years in business, the family‑owned company is closing all 12 stores nationwide, with final closing dates and job impacts for Richmond workers still unknown. Longtime customers describe the stores as a local staple.
2. Richmond residents react to mayor not renewing Flock contract, questions still unanswered (wric.com) — Richmond residents are reacting after Mayor Danny Avula decided not to renew the city's contract for 99 Flock license-plate cameras when it expires next June, following Henrico County's move to cancel its deal immediately. Locals are questioning why the city will keep using the cameras for months and urging leaders not to replace Flock with other mass-surveillance technology, while officials have yet to explain next steps.
3. Local non-profit deploys to Florida following Hurricane Isaias (wtvr.com) — A Richmond-based nonprofit, Mercy Chefs, has deployed from the city to Florida's Panhandle after Hurricane Isaias, serving thousands of hot meals to storm survivors. Local founder Gary LeBlanc says the team may stay for weeks or longer, and encourages Richmond residents to support their extended relief work through donations that directly fund future meals for affected families.
4. Richmond father completes 4,300-mile cross-country bike ride, raises over $240K for type 1 diabetes (wtvr.com) — A Richmond father is wrapping up a 4,300-mile cross-country bike ride inspired by his daughter's Type 1 diabetes, after stopping in Richmond to see friends and supporters. His self-funded journey has already raised more than $240,000 for Breakthrough T1D, and locals can still donate online to help him reach his $250,000 goal.
5. Spanberger announces $67 million for home energy efficiency projects, lowering energy bills (wric.com) — From Richmond, Gov. Abigail Spanberger has released $67 million in Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative funds to expand home weatherization and energy-efficiency upgrades across Virginia, potentially lowering utility bills for many Richmond households. The money will support critical repairs, insulation, and safety improvements through statewide programs like Weatherization Deferral Repair and the Weatherization Assistance Program. Residents can apply through their local weatherization provider.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Richmond PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Ok Richmond! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Richmond Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.