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Virginia felony voting errors collide with Question 3

Hundreds of registrations were wrongly denied or canceled, and it's unclear whether that impacted voting.

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Virginians are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="deciding whether to overhaul felony voting rights" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/09/21/virginia-early-voting-2026-elections-guide" data-vars-content-id="6a14108b-0934-45c4-9fbb-042894a7a336" data-vars-headline="Virginia felony voting errors collide with Question 3" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/09/21/virginia-early-voting-2026-elections-guide" target="_self">deciding whether to overhaul felony voting rights</a> as the state cleans up hundreds of voter registrations wrongly denied or canceled over felony records — including dozens in the Richmond area.Why it matters: It&#x27;s still unclear how many eligible voters couldn&#x27;t cast ballots in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Virginia&#x27;s August primary" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/08/03/virginia-primary-election-guide-whats-next-voters" data-vars-content-id="6a14108b-0934-45c4-9fbb-042894a7a336" data-vars-headline="Virginia felony voting errors collide with Question 3" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/08/03/virginia-primary-election-guide-whats-next-voters" target="_self">Virginia&#x27;s August primary</a> because of the errors, or whether any have encountered problems during early voting.

VMFA makes historic restitution of enslaved artist's work

The deal marks the first time VMFA has recognized an enslaved artist's heirs as a work's owners.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Virginia Museum of Fine Arts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/01/22/vmfa-s-next-chapter" data-vars-content-id="44a0107e-fc76-4478-98f7-cd99c73d6448" data-vars-headline="VMFA makes historic restitution of enslaved artist&#x27;s work" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/01/22/vmfa-s-next-chapter" target="_self">Virginia Museum of Fine Arts</a> restored ownership of a stoneware jug in its collection to the descendants of the enslaved artist who created it nearly 200 years ago, the museum <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://www.vmfa.museum/press/vmfa-restores-ownership-of-work-by-enslaved-artist-david-drake" data-vars-content-id="44a0107e-fc76-4478-98f7-cd99c73d6448" data-vars-headline="VMFA makes historic restitution of enslaved artist&#x27;s work" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.vmfa.museum/press/vmfa-restores-ownership-of-work-by-enslaved-artist-david-drake" target="_blank">announced</a> this week. Why it matters: David Drake couldn&#x27;t own or profit from the pottery he created while enslaved. Nearly two centuries later, VMFA is recognizing his descendants as the jug&#x27;s rightful owners — and paying them to reacquire it.

Report: Hundreds of homeless Richmond-area students live in hotels

Nearly 1 in 3 local students experiencing homelessness were living in hotels or motels in 2022-23.

Hotels have become an increasingly common last resort for Richmond-area families experiencing homelessness, according to a new report from Henrico-based advocacy group <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Housing Families First" data-vars-click-url="https://housingfamiliesfirst.org/" data-vars-content-id="d13f735d-b948-4bab-b7e0-412c64d50dfa" data-vars-headline="Report: Hundreds of homeless Richmond-area students live in hotels" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://housingfamiliesfirst.org/" target="_blank">Housing Families First</a>.Why it matters: Hotels are increasingly filling the gap for local families who may be able to afford monthly rent but can&#x27;t overcome the barriers to securing long-term housing.

Henrico takes first crack at RVA's recreational weed rules

Henrico's first zoning proposal offers an early look at how local governments may shape the new market.

Henrico is laying out rules for where recreational marijuana businesses can operate ahead of next year&#x27;s launch of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Virginia&#x27;s retail market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/09/21/virginia-marijuana-dispensaries-licenses-delivery-rules" data-vars-content-id="26594ed2-3206-4321-bbba-0f6d55bb14f5" data-vars-headline="Henrico takes first crack at RVA&#x27;s recreational weed rules" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/09/21/virginia-marijuana-dispensaries-licenses-delivery-rules" target="_self">Virginia&#x27;s retail market</a>.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the first RVA locality to release publicly plans for how it could regulate the coming market within its borders.

Korn Ferry Tour Championship tees off in Richmond

Four-day finale brings pro golf's future to the Richmond region.

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Golf&#x27;s next superstar could be in Richmond this week.Why it matters: The four-day <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Korn Ferry Tour Championship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/08/25/korn-ferry-tour-championship-keeps-pro-golf-in-richmond-region" data-vars-content-id="a629b6e4-de90-42c6-84f5-cb39f92e83b0" data-vars-headline="Korn Ferry Tour Championship tees off in Richmond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/08/25/korn-ferry-tour-championship-keeps-pro-golf-in-richmond-region" target="_self">Korn Ferry Tour Championship</a>, the PGA Tour&#x27;s premier feeder circuit, tees off at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Arnold Palmer-designed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.thefederalclub.com/course-details/" data-vars-content-id="a629b6e4-de90-42c6-84f5-cb39f92e83b0" data-vars-headline="Korn Ferry Tour Championship tees off in Richmond" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.thefederalclub.com/course-details/" target="_blank">Arnold Palmer-designed</a> Federal Club in Glen Allen on Thursday.

What Richmond loved — and didn't — about CarMax Park

Most readers liked the Squirrels' new home, while better food, parking and shade topped their wish list.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="CarMax Park" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/04/07/richmond-carmax-park-opening-day-diamond-district-history" data-vars-content-id="9e618d75-4802-41e8-9e91-11bb90cdff96" data-vars-headline="What Richmond loved — and didn&#x27;t — about CarMax Park" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/04/07/richmond-carmax-park-opening-day-diamond-district-history" target="_self">CarMax Park</a> won over most Richmonders in its rookie season. But please, for the love of Nutzy, Axios readers say: Fix the food.Why it matters: After decades of waiting, Richmond finally got its shiny new ballpark this year — and our readers had thoughts about what worked, what didn&#x27;t and what they want changed.

Flying Squirrels cap record season with CarMax Park playoff first

Squirrels led Double A in attendance and now hosts its first playoff game at the new digs.

It&#x27;s been another season of record-breaking firsts for the Flying Squirrels.Why it matters: Richmond loves its team.

WinterWorld tickets go on sale this week. Here's what it'll cost you 

Base admission starts at $14.95, while several of the festival's biggest attractions cost extra.

Tickets for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="WinterWorld" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/07/15/carmax-park-winter-festival-ice-rink-lights-ferris-wheel" data-vars-content-id="740053b0-f895-4b8f-a9d5-23b78cf33dd5" data-vars-headline="WinterWorld tickets go on sale this week. Here&#x27;s what it&#x27;ll cost you " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/07/15/carmax-park-winter-festival-ice-rink-lights-ferris-wheel" target="_self">WinterWorld</a> — the immersive holiday experience taking over CarMax Park this winter — go on sale Wednesday. Why it matters: The stadium-wide winter wonderland includes a skating rink, ice slide, Ferris wheel, more than a million lights and much more — but taking part in the full festivities won&#x27;t be cheap.

Pro golf's next chapter in Richmond tees off this fall

The Korn Ferry Tour's top 60 players will compete in Hanover for 20 coveted PGA Tour cards.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Korn Ferry Tour Championship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.kornferrytourchampionship.com/" data-vars-content-id="b63bd935-0578-4b2c-ae6c-8d39eecaac71" data-vars-headline="Pro golf&#x27;s next chapter in Richmond tees off this fall" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.kornferrytourchampionship.com/" target="_blank">Korn Ferry Tour Championship</a>, a new-to-Richmond pro golf tournament, will tee off at a Hanover County course in just six weeks.Why it matters: Professional golf in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Richmond" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond" data-vars-content-id="b63bd935-0578-4b2c-ae6c-8d39eecaac71" data-vars-headline="Pro golf&#x27;s next chapter in Richmond tees off this fall" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond" target="_self">Richmond</a> lives on, marking the 11th consecutive year the PGA Tour will have a presence in the region.

Flying Squirrels reveal cause of viral fireworks mishap

The CarMax Park scare happened after a Roman candle tipped over, sending fireworks into the crowd.

<figure><img alt="a gif of a video showing fireworks across the flying squirrels " height="449" id="a0ed24b7-af97-4cd7-9a5c-97780c2bc312" src="https://images.axios.com/Z3lZeO_6Kd0sQLRAAB6IHqjfFiE=/2026/07/27/1785167787663.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Video: Nikkilas Walker</figcaption></figure>The culprit behind the &quot;In Your Face Fireworks&quot; mishap at the Flying Squirrels game last week has been identified: a Roman candle.Why it matters: The error led to fireworks heading horizontally into the crowd, looking like the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="time-traveling DeLorean" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWG3Dfss3Jc" data-vars-content-id="4c860692-b261-413d-81f9-35f16bc78b8a" data-vars-headline="Flying Squirrels reveal cause of viral fireworks mishap" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWG3Dfss3Jc" target="_blank">time-traveling DeLorean</a> from &quot;Back to the Future&quot; and sending fans scrambling for cover.

World Cup revives debate: Is "Country Roads" about Virginia?

Virginia, West Virginia and even Maryland all say John Denver's most famous song belongs to them. Here's why.

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The World Cup turned John Denver&#x27;s &quot;Take Me Home, Country Roads&quot; into an international singalong at matches — even when the U.S. wasn&#x27;t playing.Why it matters: It&#x27;s reignited a decades-old debate: Is the song actually about Virginia?

Where to watch the World Cup final in Richmond

The World Cup ends Sunday. Here's where Richmond fans are likely packing bars for Spain vs. Argentina.

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The time has finally come: the World Cup final.Why it matters: Spain and Argentina face off Sunday at 3pm — and it&#x27;s Richmond&#x27;s last chance to gather for a FIFA men&#x27;s World Cup watch party until 2030.

Richmond police use pepper spray at Cochiloco World Cup party

Here's what eyewitnesses told Axios — and what Richmond police say happened.

Multiple fights broke out at a packed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/06/10/rva-world-cup-bars-restaurants-specials-soccer" data-vars-content-id="3dad519d-7969-4af9-8224-8dc11b21fda4" data-vars-headline="Richmond police use pepper spray at Cochiloco World Cup party" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/06/10/rva-world-cup-bars-restaurants-specials-soccer" target="_self">World Cup</a> watch party outside of Cochiloco in Scott&#x27;s Addition, which ended with police pepper spraying fans Tuesday night to disperse the crowd.<ul><li>The scene left people inside scrambling out the kitchen and confused about what happened, per eyewitness accounts shared with Axios.</li></ul>Why it matters: The popular Mexican restaurant has become one of Richmond&#x27;s go-to spots for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup matches" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/06/10/rva-world-cup-bars-restaurants-specials-soccer" data-vars-content-id="3dad519d-7969-4af9-8224-8dc11b21fda4" data-vars-headline="Richmond police use pepper spray at Cochiloco World Cup party" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/06/10/rva-world-cup-bars-restaurants-specials-soccer" target="_self">World Cup matches</a>, with crowds regularly spilling onto the sidewalk before kickoff — especially when Mexico plays.<ul><li>Now, Cochiloco management tells Axios &quot;we will not be hosting big matches until further notice.&quot;</li></ul>

Richmond Kickers' new jersey lets fans pick a possum

Four illustrated possums. One jersey. Richmond wouldn't have it any other way.

Richmond&#x27;s unofficial mascot — the Virginia opossum — now has a spot on a Kickers jersey.Why it matters: Fans can <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="buy one" data-vars-click-url="https://shoprichmondsoccer.com/collections/kickers-jerseys/products/rva-wildlife-kit-unisex" data-vars-content-id="cb722700-b8d7-464c-9f72-f3e9a78684ea" data-vars-headline="Richmond Kickers&#x27; new jersey lets fans pick a possum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://shoprichmondsoccer.com/collections/kickers-jerseys/products/rva-wildlife-kit-unisex" target="_blank">buy one</a> and choose from four (!) different illustrated possums.

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Korn Ferry Tour Championship tees off in Richmond

What Richmond loved — and didn't — about CarMax Park

Flying Squirrels cap record season with CarMax Park playoff first

WinterWorld tickets go on sale this week. Here's what it'll cost you

Pro golf's next chapter in Richmond tees off this fall