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Once upon a time I ran a news site, now I just have opinions on the news. 

Good Morning, RVA!
My goal is to get you everything you need to know to have intelligent conversations with the folks you encounter throughout the day. Plus, jokes!

Oct 21
Oct 21 Good morning, RVA: Gun violence, real estate tax rate, and the Mighty Wurlitzer

Ross Catrow

I’d like to see more analysis from City Council before they vote on adjusting the real estate tax rate.

Oct 20
Oct 20 Good morning, RVA: Equity not equality, catalytic converters, and cool things only locals know

Ross Catrow

Someone make a map out of this first paragraph.

Oct 19
Oct 19 Good morning, RVA: Surface-level parking?, infrastructure design, and annexation

Ross Catrow

What if instead of a parking lot...a building??

Oct 18
Oct 18 Good morning, RVA: A new park Downtown, masks optional in RPS, and a pirate ship

Ross Catrow

I'd build taller things Downtown, but that's just me.

Oct 17
Oct 17 Good morning, RVA: James River Branch Trail, register to vote, and the deadest person

Ross Catrow

New trails inside the City of Richmond are very exciting—we only have but so much space to do things like this!

Oct 14
Oct 14 Good morning, RVA: Emergency shelters, land value tax, and the Scarlet R

Ross Catrow

Don't get OOPS'd! Learn what should stay out of your recycling bin.

Oct 13
Oct 13 Good morning, RVA: Boosters for children on the way, nominate an incredible teacher, and celebrate trees

Ross Catrow

Every time you plant a tree, a Richmond Tree Steward grows another leaf.

Oct 12
Oct 12 Good morning, RVA: Writing a good public comment, RTD subscriptions, and a new Northside theatre

Ross Catrow

Learn how to write a good public comment! It's easy and important!

Oct 11
Oct 11 Good morning, RVA: CRB exists, new Sustainability director, and Folk Fest pics

Ross Catrow

I love when people come back to Richmond.

Oct 7
Oct 7 Good morning, RVA: Low COVID levels, the Folk Festival, and marijuana pardons

Ross Catrow

An embarrassment of musical riches along the riverfront this weekend!

Oct 6
Oct 6 Good morning, RVA: Leigh Street improvements, Capital Trail birthday, and the Cannabis Control Authority

Ross Catrow

Happy birthday, Capital Trail! You're the best!

Oct 5
Oct 5 Good morning, RVA: Curriculum workgroups, anti-climate plans, and joyful pictures

Ross Catrow

FWIW, solar and wind power are typically cheaper than nuclear power—plus you end up with fewer Hulks.

Oct 4
Oct 4 Good morning, RVA: RPS School Board rejects anti-trans policies, CPC rejects UDC, and I reject this weather

Ross Catrow

What if you could drink a beer while walking around Carytown?

Oct 3
Oct 3 Good morning, RVA: Listen, sometimes it’s just a bunch of City government updates

Ross Catrow

Plus, a new bike share station on the Southside!

Sep 29
Sep 29 Good morning, RVA: Market Value Analysis, new places to sit, and a live podcast recording

Ross Catrow

Will someone smash a bottle of Champaign on MF BROOM? I must know!!

Sep 28
Sep 28 Good morning, RVA: Student walkouts, Bon Secours follow up, and an amended CRB

Ross Catrow

Pretty stoked on young people this morning.

Sep 27
Sep 27 Good morning, RVA: Monkeypox vaccine eligibility, we are go for Diamond District, and compost

Ross Catrow

Well now I need to get some kitchen scrap containers that fit perfectly in my bike baskets.

Sep 26
Sep 26 Good morning, RVA: Hospital profits, Diamond District developer, and a depaving example

Ross Catrow

The more depaving the better, honestly.

Sep 23
Sep 23 Good morning, RVA: Early voting starts today, municipal recycling, and Pridefest

Ross Catrow

Make a plan to: Get a booster, cast your vote, and enjoy the fall weather.

Sep 22
Sep 22 Good morning, RVA: Cooler weather, dramatic signage, and cold martinis

Ross Catrow

Unexpected zoning mention in today's newsletter!

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