Will Keck Gives The MSQ Shop and CNTR new Life
I had agreed to meet William Keck at his newly renovated space on Broad St, which he has dubbed CNTR in the last year—a creative space for creative people. The location is humble enough out front, bearing the marks of its many past iterations, such as the bookstore it...
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NO MEANS NO CASINO Street Interviews
Local Francesca Lyn ventured into the community to interview residents about the impending Richmond, VA casino referendum, gathering their perspectives on why they believe it may not be in Richmond's best interest. https://youtu.be/q1cBF2Mp_Bg Remember to VOTE NO...
Mayor Stoney’s Ultimatum: A Casino or Higher Taxes. Whatever Happened To Responsible Governance?
Two years ago, Mayor Stoney and casino advocates pushed for their referendum because they claimed it would bring jobs and revenue and tourism and entertainment options to Richmond. They said they would hire only local workers (even though it is unenforceable). They...
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It's no secret that America has a complicated history with mind-altering substances, but recent trends suggest that the nation may be turning over a new leaf, both figuratively and literally. According to the University of Michigan's annual Monitoring the Future...
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Tegan and Sara, Richmond Does Cohen & Illiterate Light: This Week’s Sound Check
As everyone gets back to the grind, the musicians are on it too playing shows all over town and pumping out new tunes for the public's awaiting ears. Virginia Pride is this weekend, and not only is it going to be a wonderful weekend celebrating a culture and...
NO MEANS NO CASINO Street Interviews
Local Francesca Lyn ventured into the community to interview residents about the impending Richmond, VA casino referendum, gathering their perspectives on why they believe it may not be in Richmond's best interest. https://youtu.be/q1cBF2Mp_Bg Remember to VOTE NO...
The Good, The Bad, and the Undead: Richmond Ranks #33 for Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse
Well, gather around, RVA, we've got some news to chew on — and no, we're not talking about undead munchies. As the new season of a The Walking Dead spinoff series is about to land on our screens, another dubious marketing company has decided to give us something...
Walking is Dangerous in Richmond and Getting Worse
“The one thing that unites all human beings, regardless of age, gender, religion, economic status, or ethnic background, is that, deep down inside, we all believe that we are above-average drivers.” — Author Dave Barry Richmond, I know you're not trying to hurt me,...
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The Greater Richmond Region received an unexpected economic shock this past spring when Tyson Foods decided to close its poultry processing plant in nearby Glen Allen. Chicken suppliers around the surrounding areas suddenly found themselves searching for new...
