This week on America's Healthiest City, our host Will Melton interviews Maria Carra Rose, a candidate for Richmond’s 3rd District City Council seat. Carra shares insights on her 20+ years living in North Side Richmond, her passion for community service, and what drives her to represent her neighbors in city leadership. This episode highlights the importance of being informed as Richmond approaches its citywide elections, with the mayoral seat and all districts up for grabs. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on how Carra plans to shape the future of Richmond.

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Special thanks to our show host, Mike King of ONTHEMICWITHMIKERVA, and our dedicated team, Alejandro Ruvalcaba and Camryn Craig, for helping bring engaging conversations like these to our listeners. Richmond is on its way to becoming America's Healthiest Region by 2033, and we’re here to help make it happen!

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