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No rumors here: Thrift boutique owners celebrate third anniversary

Rumors Boutique just celebrated its third anniversary this past Sunday with a celebration at Hadad’s Lake. To honor this occasion, we spoke with co-owner Casey Longyear to take a closer look at the past three years, during which two recent graduates — with a dream of shirts, shoes, pants, etc. for all — became owners of one of Richmond’s most established (and beloved) thrift shops.

Public bus users fight increasing fares, route cuts

In response to GRTC’s proposed fare increases and route cuts, a new social group in town is rallying riders and creating a stronger voice for public transportation users in the Richmond area.

Martin’s announces sponsorship of Monument Avenue 10K

After a decade of sponsoring the Monument Avenue 10K, Ukrop’s is stepping down from the role of presenting sponsor and will be replaced by Martin’s—beginning with next year’s race.

City Council approves budget (with a few changes)

With a $5.2 million cut from the Mayor’s initial proposal, Richmond City Council members adopted the Fiscal Year 2011 Richmond Government Budget Monday night after several months of deliberation.

Community marks Forest Hill Park lake renovation

Its hills offered a premiere sledding spot on snow days, while its gazebo offered one local man a place to propose to his girlfriend nearly 60 years ago and another a 32-year career to maintain it. But after three decades of neglect and two tropical storms, the lake at Forest Hill Park was lost among overgrown grasses and severe leftover damage, and the surrounding park was in need of restoration.

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