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Owens, Donald
Donald Mason Owens, 77, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on October 18, 2026, in Goochland, Virginia.
Virginia’s children cannot afford to lose Head Start | Guest column
As proposed Trump administration cuts threaten Head Start and Early Head Start standards, Virginia’s HB 211 lays the groundwork to strengthen access to early childhood education and support working families.
Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Talking to your BFF about your relationship troubles (and why it might not be a good idea)
Talking about your troubles to a trusted friend can be helpful, right? Well, unfortunately, it’s not always a good idea.
Richmond neighbors: Obituaries for October 20
Read through the obituaries published today in Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Letter: Faith communities cannot be silent on immigration
As members of a national network of Franciscan Justice Circles standing up for justice and human dignity, we write with broken hearts over the killing of people in our streets, deaths in detention, and extreme cruelty permeating our immigration system.…
The Aire at Westchester: Home construction is about to begin on a massive mixed-use development in Midlothian
If you’ve recently driven along the western edge of Westchester Commons in Midlothian, you’ve probably noticed that a large parcel of undeveloped land has been cleared and scraped down to red clay.
Letter: Data centers belong in industrial parks
One solution to surging opposition to building data centers near residential areas could be to put them in industrial parks.
Ex-etiquette: When imitation isn't flattery
Q: What do I do with my husband’s ex-wife? She’s obsessed. It’s the weirdest thing I’ve ever seen. She was brunette when I met her and now, she’s blonde. Not just blonde, but the exact color blonde as my hair.…
Gary Varvel for Oct 20, 2026
Gary Varvel for Oct 20, 2026
Euro-Wine Decoder
Several historic wine regions around the world, like Spain, Italy and France, produce fine wines that carry only the name of the district from which they come.
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Rick Steves’ Europe: Bone voyage: Exploring Europe's cemeteries and crypts
Every time spooky season approaches, I think back on some of my favorite European cemeteries and crypts. Over the years, I've popped into a lot of burial grounds – some peaceful and scenic, some eerie and evocative – with all…
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At the " Merry Cemetery" in Maramureș, Romania, each grave is blue and comes with a whimsical poem and a painting of the departed doing something they loved.
At the "Merry Cemetery" in MaramureÈ™, Romania, each grave is blue and comes with a whimsical poem and a painting of the departed doing something they loved. (Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves' Europe)
Go away with ... Dana Carpenter
BUSAN, South Korea – After Marilyn Monroe married Joe DiMaggio in 1954, the couple went on what would become a working honeymoon. While her husband was busy coaching local baseball teams in Japan, Monroe accepted an invitation to entertain the…
Dana Carpenter said that working on the film “Flesh Impact” gave her an idea of what Marilyn Monroe could be like today. (Jae-Ha Kim)
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Duke coach Manny Diaz leads his team out onto the field for a game earlier this season in Durham, North Carolina.
Virginia SMU Beau Pribula
Virginia quarterback Beau Pribula (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Cavaliers' loss to SMU on Saturday in Dallas.
Felon voting rights amendment goes before Virginia voters
Virginians headed to the ballot box this election season will decide whether to guarantee voting rights to people convicted of felonies after their release from incarceration, rather than leave restoration to a governor’s discretion.
Newspapers keep public notices in public view
You deserve to know when a public decision could change your neighborhood, your tax bill or your child’s school — and you should have an opportunity to speak up before officials decide.
State senator calls for data center moratorium in Virginia
A state senator from Virginia’s data center hotspot wants a three-year moratorium on any new ones.
Election 2026: One candidate speaks, the others don't in the 4th District race
Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-4th, outlines her stance on key issues facing Congress. Her Republican and independent challengers did not respond to Times-Dispatch questions about their views.
What others are doing on data centers moratoria
As state Sen. Russet Perry, D-Loudoun, asks the General Assembly to consider a moratorium on data centers, here's a look at what other states are doing.
From the Archives: Virginia apple harvest
A look back at the apple harvest around Virginia.
Converse All-Stars, Shasta and the Doobie Brothers: Newspaper ads from the 1970s
Here's a look at some of the many advertisements from the Richmond Times-Dispatcharchive.
Photos: Buttigeig in Henrico rallying support for Dems running for Congress
Buttigieg revs up Va. Democrats to flip the 1st, 2nd and 5th
Pete Buttigieg came back to Virginia, where he said that as U.S. Secretary of Transportation he did some of his best work, with a simple message: "It's time for real leaders.”
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A suspicious letter containing white powder was recently sent to the Prince William County office of Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-7th.
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Elaine Luria speaks at a rally hosted by Pete Buttigieg to drum up Democratic participation in the midterms on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, Va.Henrico, Va.
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Shannon Taylor speaks at a rally hosted by Pete Buttigieg to encourage Democratic participation in the midterms on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, VA.
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Audience members stand for Pete Buttigieg at a rally with Shannon Taylor, Elaine Luria and Tom Perriello to drum up Democratic participation in the midterms on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, VA.
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Elaine Luria, Tom Perriello, Pete Buttigieg, Jennifer McClellan and Shannon Taylor pose for a photo at a rally to drum up Democratic participation in the midterms on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, VA.
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Pete Buttigieg greets audience members at a rally to drum up Democratic participation in the midterms on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, VA.
Three Va. congressmen get 'suspicious' letters in new threat
Three Virginia congressmen are among dozens of members of Congress who have received "suspicious" letters that contain white powder reminiscent of anthrax attacks that killed five people 25 years ago.
Va. localities where kids reported as victims of abuse, neglect died in 2025
Localities where 49 children, who had previously been reported as subject to abuse or neglect, died last year, according to the Office of the Children's Ombudsman.
Gaps in a system, and foster kids fall through
Social services agencies had known about the family for years – but for two weeks, they never knew the 21-day-old baby had died.
'Absolutely devastating tragedy': Friends remember 26-year-old shooting victim
Matthew Gutterman, 26, was killed on Oct. 12 in a shooting in the 1000 block of Kinney Street. "It's absolutely sickening, sad, maddening, all of the above."
Halloween on Hanover
As darkness falls trick-or-treaters descend on the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. This was the first year that a block of Hanover Ave., a street that is known to go all out on…
Halloween on Hanover
Matthew Whitoley (left), 16, and David King, both dressed as savages, carry Alejandro King, 10, dressed as a missionary, as they trick-or-treat along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007.
Halloween on Hanover
As darkness falls trick-or-treaters descend on the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007.
Halloween on Hanover
Jennifer and Chee Saunders decorated their home along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, as the blood curdling kitchen.
Halloween on Hanover
Trick-or-treaters of all ages descend on Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007.
Halloween on Hanover
Henry Roeer (right), 5, trick-or-treats along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. Rick and Tiffany Villa, dressed as the original ghosts of 2009 Hanover Ave, hand out candy outside their home.
Halloween on Hanover
(From left) Mary Kemp and her daughter Mimi trick-or-treat along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. This was the first year that a block of Hanover Ave., a street that is known to…
Halloween on Hanover
Mary Foley, as skin and bones, rises from her coffin along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, to hand out candy to Charlie (right) and Mimi Kemp on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. The blocks residents have been planning…
Halloween on Hanover
Five-month-old Thomas Dillard didn't last long as he and his mom, Cara Dillard, visited the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. This was the first year that a block of Hanover Ave., a street…
Halloween on Hanover
(From left) Kayla Spurlock, 5, as a princess, and Saheedah Black, 11, as a diva, trick-or-treat along the 1900 block of Hanover Ave., in Richmond, on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. This was the first year that a block of Hanover…
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St.Catherine's Bryn Wrinkle tips the ball over defenders in a match at Midlothian.
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Midlothian's Hayden Donaldson stretches to make a defensive play in a home match against St.Catherine's.
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St.Catherine's team celebrates winning the second set at Midlothian.
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St. Catherine's Head Coach Kim Osborne strategizes with her team during a time-out in a match at Midlothian.
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St.Catherine's Ada Huntington spikes the ball in a match at Midlothian.
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Emerson Kraft of St.Catherine's goes high for a shot in a match at Midlothian.
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St.Catherine's Day Vetter makes a save in a match at Midlothian.
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St.Catherine's Annie Ashcroft serves in a match at Midlothian.
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St. Catherine's Lura Lovette and Linley Rose block a spike by Karsen Hammond in a match at Midlothian.
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A St.Catherine's player chases an out-of-bounds ball.
Atlantic 10 preseason honors: VCU men picked 1st, UR 9th. Rams women 7th, Spiders 8th.
VCU men picked first in A-10 preseason poll, UR ninth. Rams women voted seventh, Spiders eighth. Djokovic, Lewis, Jennings, Argabright, Sweeney, Spencer, Kneževic garner all-conference accolades.
Petersburg's Kemonie Peebles, Rasean Jones Jr. talk 26-15 win at Meadowbrook
Was it her plane? Amelia Earhart expedition reveals what it found
A team searching for Amelia Earhart’s plane has released its first findings from the remote island of Nikumaroro, where the mysterious "Taraia object" attracted attention.
Escaped jail inmate found in Bon Air after fleeing Chippenham Hospital
Devin Quick was taken back to Chippenham Hospital to be treated for exposure and injuries he may have sustained during his escape.
Barbie: A Cultural Icon at VMHC
High school football Week 8 🏈 roundup: Highlights, top performers from around the 804
Game summaries, top performers, photos, videos, scores and highlights from around the 804's high school football scene.
Hermitage football’s Noor Lamrhari kicks an extra point against Glen Allen in the 41-7 win
Hermitage football senior Noor Lamrhari is in her first year with the Panthers football team and kicks extra points for the squad.
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Workers feed branches of recently felled trees into a wood chipper at East Potomac Golf Links on Oct. 10 in Washington.
Feb 1, 2023; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) looks to keep the ball away from Penn State Nittany Lions defenders during the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
Former Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn has joined Kansas.
Henrico man, 29, arrested on second-degree murder charges after January homicide
Anyone with further information regarding this case is asked to contact Det. J. Ensor at (804) 501-5794.
Flop 10: Big upsets, bad refs and more meh Arch Manning
The Flop 10 is about the 10 low moments across the entire country. But in Week 7, the Flop 10 truly belonged to the top 10.
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Oregon wide receiver Evan Stewart scores a touchdown during the second half against UCLA at Autzen Stadium on Oct. 10 in Eugene, Ore.
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Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons drives to the basket between forward Keldon Johnson, left, and center Tarris Reed, Jr. during the second half of a preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Oct. 16 in…
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace moves the ball down the court as Indiana Pacers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. defends during the second half of a preseason game at Paycom Center on Oct. 13 in Oklahoma City.
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard watches the game from the sidelines Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, during the preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard watches a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons from the sidelines on Aug. 22 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts drops back to pass during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Oct. 11 in London.
D'Aprix, Charles
Charles Frederick D'Aprix, 69, following a mercifully short battle with pancreatic cancer, left this mortal coil on October 17, 2026, presumably bound for someplace where his decades of expertise, sharp wit, loving heart, and unwavering concern for humanity could be…
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Update: PJM watchdog, Gov. Spanberger criticize proposed NextEra-Dominion deal
The internal watchdog of the PJM regional electric grid says federal regulators should reject NextEra Energy’s proposed takeover of Dominion Energy.
Part of Dennisville Road to close for pipe work
VDOT will close part of Route 614 (Dennisville Road) in Amelia County on October 28 for a pipe replacement project, with signed detours guiding through traffic.
Part of Dennisville Road to close in Amelia County for pipe replacement project
Part of Dennisville Road to close in Amelia County for pipe replacement project
The Week in Goochland Football: Warriors hold off Bulldogs in low-scoring game
In a contest between two 3-3 teams, the matchup between Goochland and Western Albemarle came down to a single scoring drive, a 30-minute storm delay and a game-sealing third down run, with the Warriors coming out on top at home,…
Virginia basketball ranked No. 9 in preseason AP Top 25
Virginia basketball begins its new campaign ranked at No. 9 in the preseason version of the AP Top 25 poll.
Photos: JMU football vs. Georgia State
2027 Oscars: These are the top 10 best picture contenders right now
With about five months until the Oscars, it's a bit early for ironclad guarantees, even if it feels like it would take the winds of Poseidon to blow "The Odyssey's" best picture campaign off course.
UPDATE: see photos, video of major flooding inside John Marshall courthouse
A water leak is the latest issue to impact the aging courthouse, which is at the heart of a dispute between City Hall and Richmond's Circuit Court judges.
Virginia football's game at Wake Forest set for 3:45 p.m.
Virginia football has late-afternoon plans at Wake Forest on Halloween.
Aggressive JMU football overwhelms Georgia State to stay unbeaten
Seven games. Seven wins. JMU scored touchdowns on five of its first six possessions and never let Georgia State get comfortable.
Asking AI for health or money advice? Here's where it gets its answers from.
Stacker reports on AI platforms' top-cited sources for health and finance topics, highlighting trusted sites like PubMed and Experian, with an emphasis on verifying information.
Asking AI for health or money advice? Here's where it gets its answers from.
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Here's why a financial checkup matters and when to get started
Achieve reports that a financial checkup helps assess progress toward goals any time of year. Key steps include reviewing income, spending, and planning for future expenses.
Here's why a financial checkup matters and when to get started
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58 new Richmond area restaurants that opened this year
Check out these new restaurants, breweries and ice cream shops that have opened in Richmond.