We sat down with City Council candidates Tavarris Spinks and Joseph S.H. Rogers to talk about their ties to Richmond, plans for their respective districts, and how they want to switch up Richmond’s representative voice. Tavarris Spinks, 2nd District Tavarris...
A New Home For Jamaica House
Since 1994, Jamaica House has been serving authentic Jamaican food to all of Richmond. Now they've moved from its old spot to a new space at 416 W. Broad Street with more seating and an expanded menu that puts a twist on classic flavors. When Carena Ives moved to...
GRTC Connects: Route 78 – Randolph to Jackson Ward
The tenth installment in a monthly series in which a hometown Richmonder who has spent over a decade abroad explores the many different neighborhoods accessible by GRTC bus lines to discover the ways transit connects us all. Jackson Ward: From the wrought iron...
Unicorns & Steampunk: Bryant’s Cider Crafts Their Own Path
Ahead of their move to Shockoe Bottom, Jerry Thornton of Bryant’s Cider talks new recipes and future plans for the family-owned cidery. “We’re the new beer,” says cidermaker Jerry Thornton, owner of Bryant’s Cider. It’s a bold statement, but it fits the vibe of their...
Legislators Continue to Address High Eviction Rates in Virginia
One in ten Richmonders who rent faced eviction notices in 2016. We all know this is a problem, and Virginia's legislators are searching for ways to fix it. Scholars, lawyers and lawmakers are still grappling with high eviction rates in Virginia and how to enact...
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