Third Act RVA

06/15/2026

Did you watch "Rise Up, Sing Out" last night? If not google the recording on YouTube. It's well worth a watch! Now.... there are 4 action items they are asking us to do. Let's get to it! Find the action items here: https://riseupsingout.com

06/14/2026

Write your representatives!

Rather than advance reform, the budget fails to act on largest tax giveaways in Virginia’s rapidly expanding data center tax exemption.

06/09/2026

Read this article by Third Act RVA member Gary Goldberg, MD. It has some great info on the dangers of data centers and the need to be informed and push back.

By Gary Goldberg, MD It is really important for every caring citizen of Virginia, the USA, and around the world to fully understand the significant risks of the rapid build-out...

06/09/2026

Please read this article - it's a concerning article about Shoosmith Landfill, and the potential catastrophic pollution we could end up paying for. There are action items at the end of the article.

https://rvamag.com/community/why-richmond-residents-should-be-paying-attention-to-shoosmith-landfill.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawSUOKhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEegtET-gisK7ZvukSzJTiraE0rLClKMhxTfrI9qmEVuQcZKFyVRyOgLNoqmIk_aem_ymh9sd4TYjf8Ib9jniNdxA

A bankrupt landfill in Chesterfield County is generating tens of thousands of gallons of leachate each day, raising concerns among regulators, environmental groups, and state officials. With cleanup costs estimated at $173 million and funding uncertain, Shoosmith Landfill has become a growing issue....

06/06/2026

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In Richmond Virginia, a few short weeks ago, one of our finest was taken from us while peacefully protesting the ever-rising levels of paranoia, cruelty, and disinformation unleashed by the current fascist regime. Chris Yates was struck and killed by a motorist on May 15, 2026; at this time there is...

05/23/2026

Please sign this petition to demand more transparency regarding data centers.

https://mstr.app/3785f83d-ab4a-4875-b3c9-693dad7b8074?link_id=0&can_id=5f9753281a5d77b6ee27f8b76c4b9eaf&source=email-calling-for-chesterfield-data-center-transparency&email_referrer=email_3252314&email_subject=calling-for-chesterfield-data-center-transparency&&

05/22/2026

If you are concerned and/or disappointed in Gov. Spanberger vetoing and amending several critical progressive bills, PLEASE contact her and let her know how you feel. Express your opinion firmly but respectfully. She needs to hear your outrage, disappointment, and your concern.

Abigail D. Spanberger, Commonwealth, Governor of Virginia, governor, virginia, VA

05/21/2026

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On Friday, May 15th, I joined the Sierra Club/Green New Deal VA at the Dominion RiverRock Festival next to Brown’s Island to protest two projects from Dominion: