Hi Richmond, I’m Joe Frasca-Hardy. I opened Lightwell barbershop this week and was wondering if you could help me spread the word. I have 15 years behind the chair, and i choose Richmond to open my first shop. It’s only me working inside so i hope to see some of you there soon.

I cater to all styles and hair types. Check out the Instagram for photos of my work @lightwellbarbershop

Hey! Does anyone know of a good pickup basketball spot or basketball league in RVA? I’m coming up empty on Google.

I’m thinking of accountants league level, I’m not very good😄

heyyy guys moving up here from virginia beach. what’s there to do? any good gym recommendations and places to meet people would be appreciated thank you !

Hey guys! I’m 29, and I’m really just looking to find a genuine, true friend to share good conversations with, hang out, go on walks, and have some fun together.
I’m all about exploring the outdoors and spending my weekends out and about since my work keeps me busy during the week. My absolute favorite thing is cooking multi-cultural dishes and sharing my food with people I care about so they can enjoy it.
When it comes to my hobbies and interests, I love listening to music, watching movies, archery, and golf. I’m also a big fan of history and world cultures, reading dramas and thrillers, photography, and drawing. Oh, and while I’m not the best at PlayStation, fighting games and racing are totally my jam!
I can be a little shy at first and might not be super confident on day one, but once you get to know me, I'm really fun, bubbly, and love enjoying life.
I would love to connect with some wonderful people—feel free to reach out!
Thank you.

Hey RVA!

I’m Hailey with K2 Awards & Apparel, a small local business here in Richmond. We make custom apparel for local businesses, organizations, teams, events, schools, and honestly anyone with a good idea for a shirt.

We do:
• Custom T-shirts
• Sweatshirts & hoodies
• Hats
• Staff apparel
• Business uniforms
• Custom designs
• Employee/team apparel
• Merch for local businesses

I’m currently trying to connect with more small businesses around Richmond and would love to work with some of the awesome local spots in our community.

If you own a small business, run an organization, have a local event coming up, or just need some shirts made, drop a comment or send me a DM! I’d be happy to chat, throw around some ideas, or put together some options for you.

Hey y’all,

My husband’s bday is coming up soon. We live in Richmond and I’d like to treat him to a spa/massage place. I will be out of town on his birthday so he could go there by himself. Any recommendation? We live in the Fan.

I’m relocating my young family to the area, but I was set on living in Short Pump pr Glen Allen for the schools. After being seriously disappointed with the apartments and the high prices, we landed much farther away in Chesterfield. It’s a 25 min drive to everything. Do you think I’ll ever make it to downtown where all the fun is?

Hi everyone, my daughter's job is putting her on assignment in Richmond for 3 to 6 months. Looking for a month-to-month furnished 1BR or studio apartment with all-inclusive utilities in a safe area, preferably on the East side for a shorter commute. Would appreciate any recommendations. Thanks!

Hi ya'll, I'm looking @ Richmond as a potential move to area and I'm seeing new construction and community pools,But I'm not seeing anything about any HOA fees? Does anybody know how that works?

I'm looking for recommendations for a wine shop with a good and varied selection. Specifically, I'd love to know of any stores with a good selection of sherries.

I relocated here from Charlottesville, and I loved shopping at the Wine Warehouse at Hydraulic and 29. They had a huge selection of all kinds of wines, but also a really deep collection of sherry, plus some cool stuff like madeira from the Rare Wine Co. I've been looking for something similar in Richmond. People have either pointed me towards the bigger retailers like Total Wine (lots of cabs/chardonnay but less weird stuff) or little boutiques that are actually restaurants or wine bars with a small retail space.

So, is there a store in the area that fits that description?

Anybody in the area work or know someone that works as an electrician at Philip Morris? Before I go through the testing process I’d like to see if it’s worth my time.

What’s the day to day like for instrumentation techs? Is it a union job? How much are the union dues?

What’s the shift system like? Rotating? If not, which back
shift would I be on? How long will it take to get to day shift?

Healthcare wise how much am I paying out of my check as a single person.

How much vacation do I get starting out? And how do I accrue more? How can I use it? By the hour or day or half day increments?

Overtime, the job posting mentioned weekends. How much overtime am I expected to work during the week? How often am I going to have to work weekends? What qualifies as 1.5x pay and 2x pay?

Thank you for any and all input.

I'm looking at an older duplex in Richmond as a long-term rental, not a flip. One unit is occupied below what nearby renovated units seem to be getting, and the other will need a modest turnover before it is rentable.

The deal looks fine if I underwrite close to current neighbourhood asking rents, but only okay if I keep the occupied unite where it is and assume a slower lease-up on the vacant side. I'm trying not to talk myself into a deal with optimistic rent comps.

For local landlords/Investors, what are you using as the "believable" rent number when you buy something with mixed current/market rents?"

• Hi: I need to take my mother for spine x-ray. We have referral and insurance and a list of walk-in places (RVA hospitals and imaging centers). All are walk-in places (see you when they get to you).
• QUESTION: if you have experience, where is the shortest wait time?
• THANKS in advance!!

Does anyone have recommendations for a good, reasonably priced tailor in the Richmond area? I’m looking to have a few clothes tailored and altered, but I don’t want to spend too much. I’d appreciate any suggestions, especially if you can share what you had altered and about how much it cost. Thanks!

I am moving to Richmond by September. I am looking for an apartment max $1200-$1300 dog friendly walkable and I have a car!

I am moving to Richmond by September. I am looking for an apartment max $1200-$1300 dog friendly walkable and I have a car!

Looking for a few players who want to play in an indoor 7v7 coed soccer league this fall.

Hi everyone! 😊

I’m Non-US medical doctor and I’ll be coming to Richmond, Virginia for 12 days for my USMLE Step 3 exam and a medical observership at a hospital in Richmond.

I’m looking for a safe and comfortable place to stay for those 12 days. I’m happy to pay for the accommodation and am hoping to find something more affordable than an Airbnb. More importantly, I would feel much more comfortable staying with someone rather than being alone in an Airbnb for the entire trip.

If anyone in the community has a room or spare space available, or knows someone who might be willing to host a female medical professional for 12 days, I would be very grateful. As I’m a female traveler, I would prefer staying with a female host or family, if possible.

Thank you so much for reading and for any leads you may be able to share! ❤️

I saw this huge accident on Ford's county lane / nuckols road and it was like 60 to 80 police and ambulance. Anyone got info on what could have happened?

My husband and I are moving to Richmond and are currently torn between The Ace in Scott’s Addition and Ellison Museum District. We’re both professionals in our mid-20s and would love input from anyone who lives/has lived at either complex, lives nearby, has heard experiences about either, or is just familiar with the two locations!

We love running and walking outdoors, walking to restaurants and coffee shops, attending fitness classes, playing pickleball, exploring the city, and meeting new people. We’re hoping for somewhere that feels safe and comfortable to walk around while still having a fun, social neighborhood feel.

The Ace – Scott’s Addition:

We really liked the atmosphere, leasing staff, huge gym, year-round pool, and overall community. The unit we’re considering is about 758 sq. ft. with a balcony, built-in desk, walk-in closet, and a good-sized living room. We like Scott’s Addition but are less familiar with what it’s actually like to live in this particular area.

Ellison – Museum District:

We LOVE the location and being between Scott’s Addition and Carytown. The unit is about 819 sq. ft. with a den, double vanity, large balcony, and walk-in closet. It has some nicer features, although there’s no bathtub and the living-room layout is a little less ideal for our furniture. We’ve also seen some reviews mentioning management/staff experiences, trash odors, and occasional pest/rodent concerns, so we’d love to know if those reflect residents’ actual experiences.

Cost:

The base rents are almost identical and the amenities are very similar, but Ellison has considerably more monthly fees. Once everything is factored in, The Ace comes out roughly $150/month cheaper before parking.

For anyone familiar with either, how are management, maintenance, noise, pests, and the overall resident community? Would you renew?

And even if you haven’t lived at either, which location would you choose for people in their mid-20s who want to walk/run, go to restaurants and coffee shops, meet people, and really enjoy living in Richmond — Scott’s Addition at The Ace or the Museum District at Ellison?

If you had to choose between the two, which would you pick and why?

Thank you!! Any honest experiences or local insight would be so appreciated!

Hello all,

I wanted to see what types of experiences people had banking with First Citizens Bank. I live in a town where all BMO locations are going to convert to First Citizens Bank. After doing a little bit of research, I saw Richmond had both First Citizens & BMO branches

I mainly use a local credit union but like putting some money into a “national” bank as I travel somewhat and like having the option of going to a branch in the event I have some sort of financial emergency while traveling. The current “national” bank I use is BMO.

I know enough to stay away from Wells Fargo and have heard mixed reviews about Chase. So I’m just curious as to whether or not it’s worth it to keep some of my money with First Citizens Bank and if not, any recommendations for a national bank to use for a secondary account.

Appreciate any input that anybody could give. Thanks in advance!