Daily Richmond Logo Daily Richmond

Friday, November 29th, 2024

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Richmond.

Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Henrico Fire shares safety tips for cooking and holiday decorating to prevent fires during the busy holiday season.  6 News
  • Thousands of people celebrated Thanksgiving at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, enjoying a communal meal and receiving aid, highlighting community spirit and support for those facing homelessness and food insecurity.  6 News
  • Richmond, Virginia unveils a diverse lineup of holiday events starting after Thanksgiving, featuring the Illuminate Light Show, the 47th Annual Model Railroad Show, and various family-friendly activities.  WRVA
  • Little Hands Virginia, founded by Taylor Keeney, expands to a 6,500-square-foot warehouse to provide essential supplies like diapers and clothing for babies up to 3 years old, aiming to support families in need.  Richmond Magazine

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' balloon was damaged during the 2010 Richmond Christmas Parade when it hit a traffic light, leading organizers to promise its return after repairs.  Richmond Times-Dispatch

CULTURE NEWS

  • The December issue of Richmond magazine highlights the city's best new restaurants, local Santa's helpers, and gingerbread holiday traditions.  Richmond Magazine

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Virginia begins exporting turkey to India, bolstering state poultry producers and strengthening U.S.-India trade relations after tariff reductions.  Virginia Mercury

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A toddler wandered away from Richmond Montessori School onto a busy road, leading to the termination of two teachers and the implementation of enhanced safety measures.  WRVA

HEALTH NEWS

  • The CDC reports a decline in vaccination rates among Virginia kindergarteners, with exemptions doubling over the past decade.  12 On Your Side

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Celebration of Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly

    Experience a lively evening of music and dancing with the renowned Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, complete with table seating, a dance floor, and food vendors.

    Sat, 11/30/24

    View event
  • Handel's Messiah Concert in Richmond

    Experience the power and majesty of Handel’s Messiah performed by the Richmond Symphony and Chorus, featuring an array of talented vocalists.

    Sun, 12/1/24

    View event
  • Dominion Energy Christmas Parade

    Experience the magic of the holiday season as over 20 floats parade through downtown Richmond, starting from the Science Museum of Virginia.

    Mon, 12/2/24

    View event
  • Wyatt Flores Concert Benefiting National FFA Foundation

    Wyatt Flores will perform at The National, with a portion of ticket sales supporting the National FFA Foundation to promote agricultural education in the U.S.

    Tue, 12/3/24

    View event
  • Grant Writing Seminar for Artists with Paul Rucker

    This workshop led by multimedia artist Paul Rucker will guide participants in setting personal goals, evaluating their skills, and developing an individualized action plan for their artistic careers.

    Wed, 12/4/24

    View event
  • Mobile Market at Neighborhood Resource Center (Fulton)

    Experience fresh produce offerings at the Shalom Farms Mobile Market, serving various Richmond neighborhoods.

    Thu, 12/5/24

    View event
  • St. John's Community Players Annual Holiday Cabaret

    Experience a festive evening filled with joy and performances at the St. John's Community Players' annual holiday cabaret, themed 'Put A Little Holiday In Your Heart'.

    Fri, 12/6/24

    View event
  • 2000s Music Jam Session

    Experience a fun collaborative music jam featuring popular songs from the 2000s, open to musicians of all skill levels.

    Sat, 12/7/24

    View event
  • Sunday Fellowship Reception

    Experience a warm and welcoming reception in the Fellowship Hall at River Road Church, fostering community connection and communication.

    Sun, 12/8/24

    View event
  • Weekly Walk-In Lunch Ministry for the Unhoused

    Experience a long-standing community initiative providing hot lunches to unhoused neighbors in downtown Richmond every Monday for 45 years.

    Mon, 12/9/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger

Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.

Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.

Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Richmond.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.

~ Carl Jung

About Daily Richmond

Welcome to the Daily Richmond, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Richmond, Virginia community. If you like the Daily Richmond, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Richmond.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Richmond and across Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Richmond

A free Richmond community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here