Tommy’s BBQ Company celebrates reopening in Hercules
By Mike Kinney
A pair of Richmond residents who operated a popular Texas-style BBQ restaurant in the city for two years recently relocated the business to Hercules.
Tommy's BBQ Company is operated by Juan Nunez Jr.,...
Richmond Chamber announces ‘Best of Richmond’ winners
By Kathy Chouteau
The Richmond Chamber of Commerce (RCOC) unveiled the results of its first-ever “Best of Richmond” awards after community members voted for their favorite city businesses in a variety of categories.
Voting for the...
Ricky Antonio debuts new movie in Richmond
By Kathy Chouteau
Ricky Antonio, a multifaceted Richmond artist whose talents include rap and comedy, is on the cusp of releasing his own short movie, “Get Doe The Money Chase,” at a private “Red Carpet...
Soulful Softball Sunday celebrates softball, community this weekend
By Kathy Chouteau
“Soulful Softball Sunday” will make its 10th annual return Sunday, Aug. 18 at Nicholl Park in Richmond, with games kicking off at 9 a.m. This year’s event is sponsored by Nuvision Credit...
‘Mobile vendor plazas’ coming to Richmond
The City of Richmond is planning to install 'mobile vendor plazas' at three city locations to provide a place for sidewalk vendors to conduct their business in a regulated manner.
One of the mobile vendor...
The Factory Bar’s 4th anniversary includes extended weekend of events
By Kathy Chouteau
The Factory Bar is celebrating its “Year 4 Anniversary Party” with a tall, cool glass filled with fun events starting tonight, Aug. 8, and lasting throughout the weekend.
"We are beyond excited to...
Grocery Outlet proves to be raft in sea of inflation
By Kathy Chouteau
It’s no secret that community members have been feeling inflation’s pinch on the rising cost-of-living, with one of the most evident being grocery store shopping.
The good news? A little island of oasis...
Mi Casa Grill a refreshing slice of Mexico on a summer’s day
By Kathy Chouteau
On a recent visit to Mi Casa Grill, conveniently located at the corner of San Pablo and Macdonald avenues in Richmond, the Richmond Standard experienced delicious Mexican comfort food, a friendly staff,...
Library offering free Clipper cards to use with Discover & Go reservations
Contra Costa County Library is once again offering free Clipper cards for use with Discover & Go reservations, while supplies last.
County residents who are 18 or older can submit a request for Clipper cards...
Family-run Destenny’s Ice Cream marks 11 years in Richmond
By Mike Kinney
Here's the scoop: Destenny's Ice Cream in Richmond just celebrated a sweet milestone.
Last weekend, owners Janeth Loera and her daughter Destenny Lopez marked 11 years in business with a celebration at their...
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Cosmetology school seeks to operate near Richmond Target
A cosmetology vocational school seeks to locate at the Macdonald 80 Shopping Center in Richmond.
Applicant Sunil Sharma is requesting a conditional use permit from...
El Garage closes downtown Richmond restaurant
By Kathy Chouteau
El Garage, the Richmond restaurant that sprouted from humble beginnings slinging quesabirria tacos in a local driveway/garage while drawing social media acclaim,...
Johnny Boi smashing it at Richmond ‘Restaurant Week’
By Kathy Chouteau
Taste of Richmond’s “Restaurant Week” stopped by new restaurant phenom Johnny Boi Smash Burger in Point Richmond Thursday, Oct. 10—and so did everyone else...