CULTURE

“I Don’t Know How We Stay Open” A Virginia Vape Shop Owner on the New Ban

by R. Anthony Harris | CANNABIS CULTURE, CULTURE, SMALL BUSINESS, VIRGINIA POLITICS

A December 31, 2025 deadline could shutter hundreds of vape shops, raising questions about consolidation, equity, and who benefits from regulation. On December 31, most vape products currently sold in Virginia will become illegal to sell. Under a law passed by the...

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Inside the Retro Goldmine of Justin Blyth’s Blog

So here's the scoop on Justin Blyth - he's been busting out some seriously cool TV commercials lately. You can totally check out his big-time creative chops at www.jblyth.com. But, let me let you in on something even cooler: his blog. Picture this - a world made up...

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Photographer Joseph Talman: Richmond’s Unseen Stories in Focus

Sometimes an artist can creatively catch the day-to-day mood of living in Richmond. Joseph is among these ranks, documenting his surroundings through the lens and his unique voice. In the process, we get a glimpse into the life of a fun-loving guy who lives in the...

Through the Eyes of Richmond: Karen Seifert’s People-Centric Photography

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PHOTOS: He Burnt My Dresses And Cut My Hair!

Drawing inspiration from the powerful lyrics of Bikini Kill, this photo shoot embodies the fierce rebellion and raw emotion of confronting societal expectations and personal transformation. Casey Longyear's visionary art direction brings this theme to life through...

From New York to Richmond: Philip Brown’s Training and Acting Career

Experience an insightful interview with actor Philip Brown from the Richmond Shakespeare Festival, as RVA Mag's John Reinhold discusses his training, filmmaking, acting, and Shakespeare. Explore Philip's background, including his training at the American Academy of...

Social Media Club: Ian M. Graham vs. Tobacco Avenue’s Jeff Kelley(in a World Series of Love

Join Ian Graham, Jolie O'Dell from ReadWriteWeb, and Jeff Kelley from the satirical blog Tobacco Avenue as they delve into engaging discussions on topics like traditional journalism versus online media, the credibility of satire as a source, evolving consumer habits,...

The VCU Senior Fashion Design Student Show, ‘We Sew Cool

This year the VCU Senior Fashion Design Student Show didn’t miss a stitch. The event titled “We Sew Cool” was held outdoors at the Maymont Nature Center, and the serene setting and crisp white tent proved to be a perfect backdrop to showcase some really amazing work....

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