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A Look at Virginia Hate Crimes Grants

A list of grants awarded to location law enforcement agencies in Virginia. Emphasis on tackling hate crimes has been on the rise with officials in Virginia taking it more seriously. Like with the Commission to Combat Anti-Semitism, it is crosses the worlds of...

Love Supreme! Newlyweds Celebrate with Late-Night Taco Bell Run

It’s hard to think of a better marriage than love and cheap tacos. On a story that broke last week on Reddit/rva, newlyweds Grant and Ashlyn Serrels, Richmond locals, chose a celebration that felt true to them. On a chilly December night, after saying “I do” at The...

Reddit Was Born in a UVA Dorm Room. Most People Have No Idea.

If you’ve ever killed an entire afternoon on Reddit—deep in a debate on r/AskReddit, scrolling through endless memes on r/funny, or arguing about the best Star Wars movie in r/movies—you’ve been part of something that started in a small college dorm room in...

The Seven of Swords and Strength | Richmond’s Tarot Destiny

Dear Richmond, As we slowly work to piece together the puzzle of our inner world, lightning strikes—and suddenly, everything changes.   At the heart of this week's spread is the Empress, surrounded by the Seven of Swords and the Strength card.   As...

Brave Captain! A Resurrection For Oregon Hill

The latest addition to Richmond's food and bar scene, Brave Captain, will officially open next week on the edge of Oregon Hill and the VCU campus. Co-owners Herbie Abernethy (read our interview HERE) and Josh Novicki — already known for popular Richmond spots Cobra...

Farid Alan Schintzius, A Man of ‘Good Trouble’ Has Passed Away

“We need a little good trouble, don’t we?” Alan would say, his tall frame casting a shadow and that familiar twinkle in his eye. Farid Alan Schintzius passed away last Thursday, and I’ve been reflecting on the loss of someone I deeply admired. A true master of “good...

What Happened to Bombshell Salon?

Update Monday, September 30th 1:19pm -- Bombshell owner Melissa Black has released a statement. You can read it in it's entirely HERE. The original article has been edited to reflect this statement. A month ago, Bombshell Salon, a familiar name in Richmond’s “Best of” lists, closed all four of its locations—three in Richmond and one in Las...

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Pay What You Will: Unlock Richmond’s Arts Scene at artoberVA

Art is the lifeblood of any city, and if you’re in Richmond, you know we’re swimming in a sea of talent. From the quirky to the avant-garde, our city is a playground for incredible artists, organizations, and institutions that cater to every vibe and taste. As October rolls around, it’s time to crank up the excitement for artoberVA, the annual...

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Good Question! What To Do with The Azalea Mall Site?

Earlier this week, Reddit user @ZookeepergameLast839 posed an interesting question on the /RVA subreddit: "Azalea Mall may be a thing of the past, but the site still resembles a set from 'The Walking Dead.' Let’s brainstorm ideas for what this vast empty lot could become! I know this topic has been touched upon before, but let’s see what fresh...

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Interview with Sailor Moon! Terri Hawkes Came to Richmond

If you were a child growing up in the mid to late nineties and loved anime, it is without question you would recognize Terri Hawkes’ iconic voice. Most well known as one of the original three voice actresses of Sailor Moon in the English language dub (Tracey Moore would be the first, leaving for creative differences, followed by Hawkes, and then...

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Will Richmond’s Pipeline Trail Be Closed for Good?

Richmond's Pipeline Trail, a popular spot for locals seeking scenic views of the James River and easy access to Brown's Island, is at risk of being permanently closed as reported by Axios. The trail has been closed since mid-July after the pipe it rests on failed which we wrote about HERE, releasing raw sewage into the river. A petition has been...

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