Incredibly well done visual showing the shift in Church Hill demographics and density since 1990. #rva

ICYMI: Amtrak officially unveiled the Phase VII paint scheme. masstransitmag.com/rail/vehicles/… via Mass Transit magazine

The recent court ruling has given travelers the option to choose whether or not to wear masks on flights, buses, and trains. Having been on a plane myself yesterday—and recognizing cases are on the rise in many states—here is why I will continue to wear a mask when I travel. 1/6

The 'starter home' is rapidly vanishing from the Richmond area housing market. Check out the amazing graphics from Nice Try #rva #rvahousing #rvarealestate richmond.com/news/local/hou…

I just ordered my third round of free antigen tests. Eight this time, double earlier allotments. My household has been using a lot of tests lately as we manage seasonal allergies and more in person events, so I'm glad for a restock. special.usps.com/testkits

florida high school class president zander moricz was told by his school that they would cut his microphone if he said “gay” in his grad speech, so he replaced gay with “having curly hair.” i am in awe

“The Raleigh-to-Richmond rail corridor will receive up to $57.9 million to bring new passenger service and improved travel times, and up to $6.3 million to improve Ettrick Station in Chesterfield, including a new ADA-compliant platform.” 🚆 Jennifer Shutt virginiamercury.com/2022/06/02/pas…

We've had a #mentalhealth workforce shortage for some time (still needs to be addressed), and now 988 comes along (good!). The new hotline needs staff, which is likely to be a huge hurdle considering the already significant need for mental health staff. slate.com/technology/202…

New round-trip Amtrak routes will start Monday between Washington and two Virginia cities. wtvr.com/news/local-new…

Great to be in Visit Alexandria VA this morning to kick off new passenger service to Roanoke and City of Norfolk, VA, plus restored service to Newport News! Next stop... City of Roanoke!

With expansion of train routes in Richmond, Norfolk and other parts of Virginia, the commonwealth’s passenger rail system had a 30% increase in Amtrak ridership last month compared to June, new data shows. richmond.com/news/state-and…

A double rainbow shimmered across the crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace. When the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death broke, after a hush, people broke into "God Save the Queen." nyti.ms/3x8v0nI

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In a stunning show of solidarity during a dark day here, thousands of Virginia students have descended on the school’s South Lawn to sit in complete silence at a vigil for those killed last night. I’ve never seen anything like it.

Silence.

Transportation leaders from as far away as Ohio, Maryland and Florida are taking notice of Richmond's Pulse line as cities and counties increasingly eye bus rapid transit. virginiamercury.com/2022/11/23/ric…

Really looking forward to this The Richmond Forum

So, here is the story of President Donald J. Trump's visit to #Kyiv and how #RailForceOne was born. Grab some 🍿, Amtrak. Danger: long 🧵 ahead.

Introducing The Forum's 2023 - 2024 season line-up, which will present six compelling speakers that come to Richmond with vast world views, captivating stories, and timely perspectives. This highly anticipated season is truly not one to be missed! #rvaforum

Best concert I’ve ever seen and the best coming together of a music community I’ve ever witnessed.