Carley Welch

I'm Carley Welch. I'm currently a rising senior at James Madison University where I'm majoring in media arts and design with a concentration in journalism, and minoring in political communications. I've had a passion for story telling since I understood what a story was. I believe personal growth and challenges are what inspires my writing and allows me to flourish my creativity. I love food, I love to travel, and most prominently, I love to learn. I'm always looking for the next adventure.

stories by Carley Welch

Supporting the Black Community During Pride Month

Supporting the Black Community During Pride Month

It's Pride month, and in a time of frustration and action over police violence, local LGBTQ organizations are focusing their advocacy and support efforts on helping and uplifting the black LGBTQ community. Tear gas and pepper spray sting the eyes of protesters. Masked...

COVID-19 Relief Fund Helps Local Artists In Need

COVID-19 Relief Fund Helps Local Artists In Need

CultureWorks Richmond has awarded grants to over 100 local artists whose livelihoods have been affected by the pandemic, prioritizing artists from marginalized communities. But there are still many more in need. Since mid-April, when news struck that Virginia would be...

All Hands On Deck

All Hands On Deck

With Phase One of Virginia's reopening plan underway in the counties and less than two weeks away within Richmond's city limits, restaurants with outdoor seating are making plans for reopening their patios and balconies. On March 24, Governor Ralph Northam issued...