First Fridays, Salary Transparency, and the Mayo Bridge Replacement
Cheers RVA!
Today will be sunny with a high of 64, with a low of 33 in the evening. Saturday is expected to be cold with temperatures remaining in the 30’s and rain likely, while Sunday should warm back up a bit.
the juice:
A woman was killed Wednesday evening while crossing Main St. when a vehicle struck her and then fled the scene, from WRIC.
The accident occurred at the intersection of Robinson and Main around 11 pm.
Police are looking for the driver of a dark-colored sedan and working with local businesses that may have had surveillance of the accident.
This is the second pedestrian in Richmond killed by a vehicle this week after a man was struck while walking on the sidewalk of Chamberlayne Ave on Tuesday by a vehicle that went off the road.
the pulp:
John Murden from South Richmond News reports the Mayo Bridge replacement will include both bike lanes and a shared-use path. Bike Walk RVA, a Sportsbackers program that advocates for “comfortable and connected places to bike and walk”, has been working closely with various organizations and the new administration to a prioritize a safer bridge for cyclists and pedestrians.
A recent salary transparency thread on r:rva has gained traction. Check out how much other Richmonders are making and potentially find a networking opportunity.
the dive:
Tim Winzell has recently published a feature for the Richmonder on the 28th anniversary of First Fridays, a monthly art walk event that occurs year-round on the first Friday of every month.
More than 80 galleries, shops, restaurants and nonprofits participate in the opportunity to celebrate the vibrant local art scene.
Read the full article here.
Tonight’s event is from 5 - 11 pm and those interested should check FB and IG for specific happenings.
the vibe:
Have a brilliant day RVA!
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