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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Dec . 1, 2022:
Youngkin’s revised history standards draw from broader conservative movement
Reported by VPM News’ Ben Pavior
The Virginia Department of Education is set to publish updated standards this week. But it’s still not clear how the previous document — assembled largely by an outside education consultant — came together.
Richmond announces five groups bidding on City Center redevelopment
Reported by VPM News staff
Five development teams submitted proposals to redevelop 9 acres near downtown Richmond.
Virginia’s economy could struggle with looming recession
Reported by WHRO News’ Ryan Murphy
Old Dominion University’s latest State of the Commonwealth report says that inflation is slowing, but Virginia could soon be looking at an economic downturn.
In other news:
McClellan wins Democrats' 4th District primary (VPM News)
Education department to present new history standards draft this week (VPM News)
Spin Ready: A dozen turntable-ready albums from Richmond artists from 2022 (Style Weekly)
In case you missed it:
Youngkin aims to consolidate state workforce programs (VPM News)
Rent prices fall — a little (Axios Richmond)
Richmond-area shop owners are cautiously optimistic about holiday spending (VPM News)
