Changes needed to save lives, say cyclist and pedestrian advocates; Nominations open for second annual RVA Sports Awards

Henrico Newsflash – October 14, 2022

Oct 14, 2022

Changes needed to save lives, say cyclist and pedestrian advocates

October is National Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month. September was Bicyclist and Pedestrian Awareness Month in Virginia. Fatal accidents and injuries involving road users increased last year, according to traffic crash facts from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Cyclist Natalie Rainer was struck in mid-August by a driver who was charged with driving under the influence.

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Nominations open for second annual RVA Sports Awards

Nominations are open for the second annual RVA Sports Awards. Organizers are looking for the best athletes, leaders, and fans in the Metro Richmond community.

People can nominate others or themselves through Dec. 1 by clicking here. Winners will be honored at the RVA Sports Awards at Altria Theater Feb. 4.

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