NOTE: This is the first of a multi-part series over the next few weeks about the baseball stadium issue in Richmond.News came out this week about the new baseball stadium designs in the Diamond District, which is a sign of progress, but also a sign of trouble....
Thanks to Fan of the Fan and Art 180 for keep us all informed on this disappointing situation. I am beside myself over the way this was handled – the city looks horrible, and stumbled all weekend. I understand that the law is the law – but I hope a letter of apology is issued, and the city works with Art 180 to proudly display this project...
Miles Quillen has been a consistent, positive voice in the Richmond DIY community. Quality designer, respected blogger, and all around excited dude, Miles uses his talents to promote all the good people and things in the city. It was time to ask him a few questions and let people know what this guy is about. Miles Quillen has been a consistent,...
As you may have heard from us, the G40 mural event is well underway, with a lot more coming. This short but sweet video, shot last Sunday, features action shots and panoramic views of work so far from Roa, Jaz, Pixel Pancho, and Aryz. As you may have heard from us, the G40 mural event is well underway, with a lot more coming. This short but sweet...
During a time in which our Commonwealth continues to ride the waves of economic uncertainty, we look to our representatives to guide us through the storm and secure our safe landing. Specifically, we look for legislation that would encourage job growth, shore up our infrastructure, and support those within our populace who are most affected by...
In episode 54, Vexine stopped by to rock out in the Rubber Room. In episode 54, Vexine stopped by to rock out in the Rubber Room. Vexine is a new project formed out of remains of the very successful local act, The Velvet Maria's. Vexine's appearance on the show is they're debut live performance and for anyone yet to hear thier sound, they do not...
Feels good to say VCU beat Wichita State and is moving on! Feels good to say VCU beat Wichita State and is moving on!
Episode 53 was quite the affair. It was A Collegiate Affair. This four piece, young-punk/rock group is currently spread out between three different VA Universities, but they come together as often as possible for one reason, and one reason alone: to rock out. Whether it is in their music, electrical engineering, or hand modeling - these...
As a Virginia citizen, and especially as a woman and a mother of a daughter, I have voiced my opposition to the mandatory ultrasound bill. Although I participated in the public protests to this legislation, I also sought to engage legislators and other constituents in discussions tempered with mutual respect and moderate voice. When the Virginia...
On Saturday afternoon, over 1000 local citizens gathered at the Virginia Capitol building to protest the passage in both houses of the Virginia state legislature of a bill requiring pregnant women to undergo an ultrasound prior to receiving an abortion. The peaceful protest culminated in an act of civil disobedience in which 31 people who refused...