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Richmond’s zero-fare bus funding could run out soon • Dominion Energy proposes $21 in monthly rate increases for Virginia residents

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Richmond’s zero-fare bus funding could run out soon

During fiscal year 2024, almost 11 million riders rode the bus in Richmond, or used paratransit, or LINK Microtransit services, according to the Greater Richmond Transit Company, an increase of 14% percent over last year. That boost is almost certainly due to GRTC’s zero-fare program that has allowed people to catch rides for free. Click here to read more

Dominion Energy proposes $21 in monthly rate increases for Virginia residents
Dominion Energy is proposing hikes for base and fuel rates that, if approved, would add more than $21 to the monthly bills of residential customers by 2027. In a press release Tuesday, the Richmond-based company said it’s proposing a fuel rate increase of $10.92 in July 2025 and more
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Lawmakers push back on Youngkin budget, pass bipartisan bills on probation, dangerous driving
General Assembly rejects governor’s cuts to education and health measures, while advancing efforts on criminal justice reform and road safety
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
Democrats fail to override Youngkin vetoes in largely symbolic showdown
In a dramatic but ultimately symbolic show of defiance, Virginia House Democrats on Wednesday tried — and failed — to override 13 of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s vetoes from this year’s legislative session, knowing full well the numbers were never in their favor. Youngkin, a Republican, rejected 157 of the 915
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
Restaurant Watch
MARCH 7 Starbucks Coffee Company, 9700 Gayton Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: did not observe a food protection manager certificate; hand sink in back kitchen doesn’t have paper towels; temperatures of milk and whipped cream in lowboy units are elevated; y-connector at mop sink
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
In the Garden: Be a waterwise gardener
Too much or not enough water and never when your garden needs it. This is a common complaint of gardeners no matter where they live. Make a few changes in your plant selection and garden care to help manage water use while growing healthy plants. All plants need sufficient moisture
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Kite Day planned April 6 at Dorey Park

University of Richmond to host Global Sounds April 6

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