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wtvr.com > news > local-news > national-park-service-grants-virginia-jan-21-2026

Virginia to use $75,000 grant from National Park Service to recognize sites significant to Asian Americans

Virginia to use $75,000 grant from National Park Service to recognize sites significant to Asian Americans1+ hour, 58+ min ago   (182+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " Virginia has been awarded $75,000 in grant funds through the National Park Service's Underrepresented Communities Grant Program for the second consecutive year, according to a news release. The Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) will use the funds to…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > bennys-scotts-addition-jan-21-2026

Giant pizza slices coming to Scott’s Addition; Benny’s adds 2nd Richmond spot

Giant pizza slices coming to Scott’s Addition; Benny’s adds 2nd Richmond spot11+ hour, 46+ min ago   (48+ words) A Blacksburg-based pizzeria known for its large pies is looking to carve out a bigger slice of the Richmond market. Giant pizza slices coming to Scott's Addition; Benny's adds 2nd Richmond spot Watch 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' weekdays at 3 p.m. on CBS…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > leah-branch-james-beard-award-semifinalist-jan-21-2026

Virginia chef Leah Branch of The Roosevelt named 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalist

Virginia chef Leah Branch of The Roosevelt named 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalist14+ hour, 20+ min ago   (391+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " A lot of tears were shed Wednesday when Leah Branch, the executive chef at The Roosevelt'in Richmond, Virginia, was one of two Virginia chefs named as a James Beard Award Semifinalists for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic (Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland,…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > winter-storm-zach-daniel-live-jan-20-2026

A look at the major winter storm that could bring heavy snow to Virginia this weekend

A look at the major winter storm that could bring heavy snow to Virginia this weekend19+ hour, 19+ min ago   (372+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " A significant winter storm is expected to impact Virginia this weekend, bringing what could be the most substantial snowfall the region has seen in years. The storm presents a rare combination of abundant moisture and extremely cold air…...

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wtvr.com > weather > todays-forecast > richmond-virginia-jan-21-2026

Major winter storm likely in Virginia: Snow vs ice scenarios explained

Major winter storm likely in Virginia: Snow vs ice scenarios explained19+ hour, 24+ min ago   (208+ words) RICHMOND, Va. -- Wednesday will be sunny and seasonably cool with highs in the mid 40s with lows falling into the low to mid 30s Wednesday night. Thursday will be the mildest day with highs in the mid 50s. A very strong cold front…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > virginia-dominion-energy-bills-jan-20-2026

Dominion Energy gives reasoning for high electric bills in Virginia

Dominion Energy gives reasoning for high electric bills in Virginia1+ day, 1+ hour ago   (385+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " While Virginia didn't experience a white Christmas last month, December was cold, and as many homeowners and renters are discovering, those record low temperatures have resulted in sky-high bills. According to some on social media, those bills have…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > blues-traveler-gin-blossoms-and-spin-doctors-innsbrook-jan-20-2026

Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors are coming to town this summer

Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors are coming to town this summer1+ day, 11+ hour ago   (148+ words) Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors announced an August 27 stop at After Hours at Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen as part of their Summer 2026 concert tour. " It's going to sound a lot like the 1990s this summer in Innsbrook.Blues…...

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wtvr.com > weather > todays-forecast > richmond-virginia-jan-20-2026

Weekend winter storm to impact all of Virginia

Weekend winter storm to impact all of Virginia1+ day, 12+ hour ago   (161+ words) RICHMOND, Va. -- Tuesday features cold but sunny weather in Richmond with highs near the low to mid 40s. Winds gusting up to 25 mph keep wind chills near freezing throughout the afternoon. Tonight the temperatures remain below normal with overnight lows in…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > spanberger-ice-executive-order-explainer-jan-19-2026

What does new Virginia Gov. Spanberger’s ICE executive order actually do?

What does new Virginia Gov. Spanberger’s ICE executive order actually do?2+ day, 52+ min ago   (478+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " The Virginia State Police (VSP) and the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) will no longer be required by the governor to have their officers assist the feds in the apprehension of illegal immigrants after new Democratic Governor Abigail…...

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wtvr.com > news > local-news > sphere-national-harbor-jan-19-2026

Las Vegas-style Sphere planned for DC area

2+ day, 2+ hour ago   (227+ words) PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. " Maryland officials have announced plans to build a venue similar to the Las Vegas Sphere at National Harbor in Prince George's County, overlooking the Potomac River. "Sphere National Harbor," developed by Sphere Entertainment, would feature the same…...