The City of Richmond released an initial assessment this week detailing how the ongoing federal government shutdown could affect city services, operations, and residents who rely on federally funded programs. In a public letter accompanying the Resilient Richmond...
There was once a place called Richmond. It was kinda filthy, pretty dangerous, sparsely policed, and rife with indulgence. The music was loud, fast, and screamed at the top of nicotine-rattled lungs. It died when the punk clubs died. It died when the sex workers on Allen and Grace were shoo-ed away. It died when the Lee-X theater became a legend...
Now, ladies and gents, you've got to harken back to understand the pugilistic history of Virginia. It's a tale spun with the grit of steel-jawed fighters and the golden age of boxing at the University of Virginia in the 1930s. It's not just a story; it's a saga, a chronicle of sweat, leather, and the sweet science of bruising. Once upon a time,...
Over the weekend, we received a call from a friend in the local collectible card game scene about a sighting of Christine Weston Chandler, more popularly known in the virtual world as Chris-Chan at another Richmond card shop. This event sparked an intense online debate and elicited numerous confirmations from customers. We responded with, 'Who is...
Hello reader! This week, I had the privilege of trading words with local humor maestro, Francesca Lyn. She's a staple on the Richmond laughter circuit, gracing stages at open mics and showcases all over town. Lynn's comedy journey began at the Richmond Comedy Coalition Theater, where she learned the ropes of improv before swapping "Yes, and..."...
Every romantic relationship has its own unique progression, yet there are five common stages that couples typically experience on their path to love. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NSIh5PMIRw&t=2s The following team contributed to this project: Director & Animator: Adam Rosenberg (@mr.adam.rosenberg)Director of Photography: Parker...
Royal fanfare and martial drums over a 20th Century Fox logo… A classic fairy tale opening line in silence, and then, BAM! - STAR WARS! The text recedes quickly and is replaced by scrolling prose setting up the epic adventure ahead. Brassy horns, violins, the drums! Its bluster spent after we're all caught up on the plot, the camera pans down...
Our talented photographer Jody Adams @artbyothers__ managed to capture some splendid moments from a bustling Friday night at First Fridays in Richmond, VA, along with a few snaps from the weekend performance of Devoids at Get Tight Lounge. From people admiring the exhibits in the galleries, to chess enthusiasts at Maggie Walker square, and...
Another tragic mass shooting occurred yesterday, and like many of you, we find ourselves growing increasingly desensitized to these all-too-frequent events. As members of both the media and the Richmond community, we acknowledge that simply writing another opinion piece isn't going to make a difference. However, remaining silent is not the...
In Richmond, Virginia, the traveling artist couple Menaceresa, (Menace Two and Resa Piece) have collaborated with artist Monolith to create "Rise Above," a stunning mural that now faces potential removal by the Commission of Architectural Review. As part of their ambitious Fifty States Challenge, the duo plans to paint a couple of community...
