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Going West…
Other neighbors beat me to this, but many are enjoying the novelty of turning west off S. Cherry onto Idlewood now that it is two-way again and with the new Idlewood Roundabout(!):
IMG_2594 from Scott Burger on Vimeo.
I invites others to suggest a soundtrack for the video, but click here for my favorite.
And just to give a complete experience, here is another video coming off the Expressway:
IMG_2600 from Scott Burger on Vimeo.
It’s something we have waited many years for, so please excuse the giddiness.
Thanks to all the people who made this happen, past and present officials, most notably, Councilperson Parker Agelasto.
In the meantime the City sent out this press release:
Holly Street Playground and Ravine
In response to recent concerns, it look like Holly Street Playground area will be receiving more attention. Incoming Oregon Hill Neigborhood Association (OHNA) President Todd Woodson has requested a structural assessment from the City on the embankment that supports the playground. He is interested in the possibility of making this area, which is sort of an extension of S. Cherry St, more of a public walking trail than just a utility alley. Other neighbors have suggestions that include repaving the basketball court and establishing a tool lending program. These ideas will probably be discussed at the upcoming OHNA meeting next Tuesday.
This is the 1867 Michie Map showing the ravine that was filled in to make Holly Street playground. Thanks to neighbor Charles Pool for this…
Found Dog
No owner found and the dog is not microchipped. She is currently at RACC if anyone wants to claim her.
From the Craiglist ad:
Covered in fleas, female – chihuahua mix?
Ran out in front of my car on cherry st & idlewood
Cherry Street Alley Sunrise
Beautiful morning. Rain coming Sunday evening.
Hazmat At Cary Street Gym
Pool problems at VCU’s Cary Street Gym have lead to a scene with the Virginia Commonwealth University police and Richmond firefighters, including a hazmat crew.
The facility has been closed down while they figure out what is going on.
From the Times Dispatch article:
The gym was evacuated as a precaution, said Richmond Fire Battalion Chief Christine Richardson, adding that at this time they don’t believe there’s any immediate risk to anyone in the area.
ATTENTION: New Traffic Patterns In Neighborhood
Today the City implemented a proposed stop sign change plan in the neighborhood, thus changing a few traffic patterns.
Stop sign locations have been ‘switched’ or ‘flipped’ at China and Laurel, Albemarle and Laurel, China and Pine, Albemarle and Cherry.
Please alert neighbors and other drivers. As one neighbor put it:
Everybody go slow and safe for a week or so. Expect a few bumpers to be bumped but please watch out for bikes as always.
Shooting At VCU Party- 100 Block of S. Cherry Street
From WTVR’s developing story:
VCU Police said a fight broke out at a party at home “that culminated in gunfire” just after 12:30 a.m.
Richmond police said officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was taken to an area hospital with injures that were described as not life-threatening.
Police are searching for a suspect described as a black male about 5 feet 11 inches tall with dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans.
As a result of the incident, officials said Richmond and VCU Police are stepping up patrols.
If you have information that could help detectives, call Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000 or http://www.7801000.com. You can also submit tips to GUN250 about persons illegally possessing guns by texting Crime Stoppers at 274637, then using keyword “GUN250” followed by your tip. Rewards up to $250. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.
Destruction of Private Property On Cherry Street
From CommunityCrimeMap.com:
DESTRUCTION PROPERTY/PRIVATE PROPERTY
2XX S CHERRY ST
Sep 5, 2017 at 9:15 pm
Data provided by Richmond Police Department
Sunny Alley
