Dec 9, 2020
A Richmond Fire Department ladder truck is parked outside the Richmond Area Arts Council building on W. Water Street. A small fire in the building s basement mechanical room erupted shortly after 2:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. Ricki Barker/ The Register
A moment of silence permeated the beginning of the Board of Commissioners meeting for the city of Richmond on Tuesday.
âWe are aware of so many around us who are being affected directly by the coronavirus,â Mayor Robert Blythe said. âPerhaps even our own families and acquaintances and so on. Certainly in our community⦠With all of that in mind, and the other concerns that each of you may have tonight. Even your joys. This is the season for celebration. We are going to pause for just a moment of silence.â