The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 14, 2014. Incumbent Michele Fiore defeated Melissa Laughter in the Republican primary, while Jeff Hinton defeated John-Nicholas White in the Democratic primary. Fiore defeated Hinton in the general election.
Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, a private club in the North Side of Richmond, waived the $6,500 initiation fee for new members and is charging $180 a month in dues. General Manager Charles Goodwin said the club has signed 15 members since the discount started this at the start of this month.
Martin Thompson, general manager of Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, said high fees are becoming thing of the past. âItâs not a status thing anymore. â¦ You have to operate more like a business now,â he said. âIt doesnât make sense to have that barrier to entry.â.