Wednesday, November 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Richmond City Council plans to vote on expanding Richmond Animal Care and Control operations to alleviate overcrowding. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Richmond City Council approves funding for the expansion of RACC's operations after residents advocate for it. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ The nomination period for the 2025 Richmond Top Workplaces has been extended to December 20, inviting organizations with over 35 employees to participate. Richmond Times-Dispatch
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Richmond home and multiple cars were damaged by gunfire, with two men charged for firearm violations, though their involvement is unclear. 12 On Your Side
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School leaders plan to discuss redistricting options for the upcoming Western Area middle school set to open next August. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ The Latino Virginia oral history project by VCU professors aims to reshape perceptions of the Latino community through a public database of interviews highlighting their experiences and contributions. Virginia Commonwealth University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richmond City Council will decide on three tax proposals, including Mayor Stoney's RVA Stay program, amid ongoing finance department issues. VPM
- ➤ Special elections are scheduled to fill the Virginia Statehouse seats vacated by John McGuire and Suhas Subramanyam after their U.S. House election wins, with both parties preparing their nominations. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, a Virginia millennial shares her experience caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s, emphasizing the lack of preparedness and support for non-paid caregivers. 6 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Abi's Books & Brews, a new establishment combining a bookstore and cafe, is set to open near Virginia Commonwealth University. Richmond Times-Dispatch
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