- 1Ramp closures are planned at the Interstate 64 and Route 60 interchanges with Interstate 295.
- 2Richmond City Public Schools has announced start dates and holiday closures for the 180-day calendar in 2026.
- 3Local storytime and reading programs are scheduled throughout October and November.
Traffic and Road Closures A traffic alert is in place this week for ramp closures at the Interstate 64 and Route 60 interchanges with Interstate 295 in the Richmond district. This is one of six traffic and safety stories reported locally this week. Residents can expect travel adjustments near these major intersections.
Richmond City Public Schools Schedule The first day of school for students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 5, grade 6, and grade 9 is scheduled for August 24, 2026. Students in grades 7 through 8 and grades 10 through 12 will start classes on August 25, 2026. Richmond Public Schools will also be closed for the Labor Day holiday weekend on September 4, 2026, and September 7, 2026.
Upcoming Community Events Residents have several local gatherings to look forward to in the coming weeks. The Book Babies and Page Turners programs are scheduled for October 13. Later in the season, Family Storytime will take place on November 1, followed by the SCRAP RVA Storytime and Craft event on November 2.
This briefing was automatically compiled by TNT from public sources — county notices, library and school calendars, and local news. Please confirm important dates and details on the official source.