Hit-and-Run, Powhite Closures and Youth Social Media Limits Lead Richmond Headlines
Richmond, VA – March 13, 2026 – A downtown hit-and-run, major Powhite Parkway lane closures and new social media limits for minors top local news.
Richmond is closing out the week with a mix of public safety concerns, traffic disruptions and new statewide rules affecting families.
Woman Injured in Downtown Hit-and-Run
Police are investigating after a woman was struck in a hit-and-run crash in downtown Richmond earlier this week. Officers say the driver left the scene following the collision. The woman was taken to a nearby hospital with injuries, and investigators are continuing to search for the vehicle involved.
The incident has renewed calls for drivers to slow down in high-foot-traffic areas as spring events begin to draw more people downtown.
Powhite Parkway Lane Closures Ahead
Drivers who rely on Powhite Parkway should plan for delays. Transportation officials announced multiple upcoming lane closures tied to ongoing maintenance and infrastructure work.
The closures are expected to roll out in phases, with some overnight impacts. Commuters are encouraged to allow extra travel time and monitor updates before heading out, especially during peak hours.
Virginia to Enforce One-Hour Social Media Limit for Minors
Virginia’s attorney general says the state will begin enforcing a law limiting minors to one hour of social media use per day, unless a parent or guardian approves additional time.
The rule is part of broader efforts to address online safety and youth mental health concerns. Social media platforms operating in Virginia will be required to implement tools to comply with the new limits.
For Richmond families, the change could mean new app settings and conversations at home about screen time in the weeks ahead.
Community Spotlight: Immigrant Stories on Display
The Virginia Museum of History and Culture is preparing to open a new exhibit later this month highlighting immigrant stories that have shaped the Commonwealth. The exhibit will feature personal histories from dozens of countries and explore how migration has influenced Virginia’s culture and economy.
The exhibit opens March 21 and is expected to draw visitors from across the region.
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