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Trash/Recycling Pickup Tomorrow

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This Wednesday is a red Wednesday, which means trash and recycling pickup.

This will be the third time for Oregon Hill to use the new, larger rolling recycling containers. Ideally, they are stored and deployed in the back alleys along with trash cans. Please make sure you pick up containers after pickup tomorrow night.

This just in: The schedule during the UCI Bicycle Race will change. Expect a much earlier garbage collection for Sept. 23.- as in 2 am! Click here for Times Dispatch article.

In order to take your recycling to the next level, read this: 10 ways to improve your recycling.

Neighborhood Businesses During The UCI Bike Race

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Cary Street restaurant Dinamo is working with local Ardent Craft Ales and international bicycle company Rapha to throw what is essentially a party during the upcoming UCI Bicycle Race.

Mamma Zu’s will be closed for its annual vacation during the UCI Bicycle Race.

Music store Vinyl Conflict will also close during the race.

The City’s Main Street library will be closed, as their facility will be used by race organizers.

What are other neighborhood businesses doing while the race is happening?

Recent Crime Report

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From RAIDSonline.com:

DESTRUCTION PROPERTY/CITY PROPERTY
8XX CHINA ST
Sep 12, 2015 at 11:00 pm
Data provided by Richmond Police Department

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
6XX ALBEMARLE ST
Sep 13, 2015 at 1:27 am
Data provided by Richmond Police Department

DESTRUCTION PROPERTY/PRIVATE PROPERTY
6XX S LAUREL ST
Sep 13, 2015 at 3:00 pm
Data provided by Richmond Police Department

Belle Isle History Hike

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From description:

Tuesday, Sept. 15, 11-1 p.m., Belle Isle at James River
Join the James River Park System for a family friendly hike to one of Richmond’s historic gems, Belle Isle. Learn about the geologic and human history of the area and the role Richmond played in the development of our nation. Please bring water, a snack and good shoes. Register for this event by visiting the James River Park System calendar page (jamesriverpark.org/calendar), then click on the calendar event and follow registration instructions. Event is free to the public. Meet at Tredegar Parking Area. Contact: Tyler Twyford, (804) 687-0701

Photos From War Memorial Ceremony Today

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Neighbor Charles Pool attended the special memorial ceremony today at the Va. War Memorial in honor of September 11th. It was a very moving celebration with a brass band, youth chorus, and guest speakers. He took these photos:

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The magnificent setting of the War Memorial might be altered in the future if Venture Richmond receives a DCC rezoning for Tredegar Green that would allow them to build by right to 95 feet in height.

Va. War Memorial Hosts ‘Virginia’s Patriot Day Ceremony’

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From the Virginia War Memorial listing:

Virginia’s Patriot Day Ceremony 9/11/2015 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join us during your lunch hour as we pause to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks across the United States on September 11, 2001. An Old Glory ritual and bell chiming will be included. Speaker: TBD. Co-hosted with Navy Recruiting District Richmond.

Also, the City has this announcement:

Richmond, VA – Mayor Dwight C. Jones invites the public to join in a Day of Service and Remembrance on Friday, September 11, 2015 in recognition of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The event will be held outside of Marshall Plaza at 900 East Marshall Street.
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