Laura Drummond

Laura Drummond is a freelance writer based in Charlottesville, VA. She has a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia. Her favorite things are taking pictures of flowers, experiencing live music, going on road trips, and spending time with her husband and two cats.

stories by Laura Drummond

A Fresh Take on Frozen Food

A Fresh Take on Frozen Food

Sous Casa’s frozen burritos aren’t just delicious and healthy — they’re also fighting food insecurity in Richmond. Sous Casa, a new frozen burrito delivery service in Richmond, has been an idea in the minds of chef Jim Hamilton and his anonymous partner for years. It...

Get Up Offa That Thing

Get Up Offa That Thing

On Saturday, a crowd cheered as the “At Ready” Confederate statue was removed from its place of prominence at the Albemarle County Courthouse near Charlottesville. The August 2017 events in Charlottesville were the catalyst for the removal of Confederate monuments...

A Shared Experience

A Shared Experience

With the newest exhibition at the 1708 Gallery, artists from the Contemporary Arts Network come together to create a transformative experience that is simultaneously solitary and shared. Submerge yourself into a portal of sensorial stimulation and find yourself...

Get Culture, Not COVID

Get Culture, Not COVID

Looking to get out of the house without getting sick? Skip the bars and head to the museums for a safer change of scenery. Museums around Richmond are starting to reopen with new, advanced safety protocols. As cultural landmarks, these spaces provide opportunities for...