5 things…
October 10, 2008 - 09:00
1. Folk Festival. A highlight of the year for the City and its inhabitants, the Richmond Folk Festival is poised to expand your mind. Go here for all the information you could ever want. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Browns Island-ish, FREE. 2. Richmond... (more...)
Thanky Space Friday!
October 9, 2008 - 08:00
Because I wrote a bit about brand new gallery Thanky Space on Friday I feel obliged to give a quick shout out to their new opening Friday, October 10 from 7 to 10 pm…. Thanky is delighted to present Noted Guerillas by Erin Womack. Through screen-prints,... (more...)
New chief in town
October 8, 2008 - 18:44
Wilder announced today that on Monday, November 3 Bryan T. Norwood, Police Chief of Bridgeport, Connecticut will become the new Chief of Police for the City of Richmond. From the release: “Chief Norwood brings a broad range of public safety experience... (more...)
Top 40 Under 40
October 8, 2008 - 07:40
Make sure you check out Style Weekly’s 5th annual Top 40 Under 40 list. Word is that someone who is behind several community blogs made the list - well overdue, I’d say.
a few lines on the candidates for local office
October 8, 2008 - 06:53
Cindy over at Learning Daily has some great sketches of a few of the candidates. I want her to draw *everyone*.
Hip Hip Hooray…
October 7, 2008 - 12:26
GUYS! GUYS!! The Redskins can do it all…run, pass, defense, special teams, AND beat the Eagles on the road - overcoming a 14 point deficit!!! HIGHLIGHTS!!!… also, seriously, this “hip hip hooray” thing is amazing…
Americans love tall, fat people to be President
October 6, 2008 - 15:12
Ok, not “fat.” They love tall, “heavy” people, at least according to this chart in the New York Times. It’s pretty interesting how it breaks down… and how they managed to capture Jimmy Carter’s famous grin.
Bursting, gushing, exploding with pride
October 3, 2008 - 16:05
Our very own MattWhite has hit the big time for reals. Fight the Big Bull (just one example of The Bearded One’s musical undertakings around town) was recently featured on NPR’s Fresh Air. Listen to it/Read it here. We’re so proud we... (more...)
The clock is ticking!
October 3, 2008 - 11:24
The deadline to register to vote in the November 4th General Election is close of business on Monday, October 6th. All applications must in the voter registration office or post marked with that date to be processed. Applications can be downloaded at... (more...)
5 things…
October 3, 2008 - 10:05
1. Brian Jones Faculty Recital. Brian Jones, Eight Track Alum, ever-present father of Richmond’s avant-garde music scene and University of Richmond Professor gives a faculty recital featuring the Brian Jones Percussion Ensemble, Jones + Kuhl Duo,... (more...)
Bus route changes
October 1, 2008 - 12:32
GRTC is hosting a series of public meetings to discuss changes to several bus routes around town. Word is “changes” might actually mean “closures,” which could be especially detrimental to some Richmond residents who depend on... (more...)
From the candidates: How the mayor and city council *should* work together
September 30, 2008 - 09:56
Last week we got to learn a bit about what the candidates think makes them ready to take office. This week we’re jumping into a bit more heated topic: the mayor and city council. Our question this week: What are your thoughts on the relationship... (more...)
OMG. The Redskins!!!
September 30, 2008 - 08:00
The Redskins beat the Cowboys on Sunday…this is a big deal. HIGHLIGHTS!!!
Eddie Vedder
September 29, 2008 - 08:00
Eddie Vedder has a new song about the Cubs…. EDDIE VEDDER HAS A NEW SONG ABOUT THE CUBS!!
Your fortnightly blog roundup
September 29, 2008 - 07:00
It’s high time RVANews focus on letting our readers know about the greatness happening on the blogs in this fair city, some well-known and others not-so-well-known. Thus, we introduce the fortnightly blog roundup, brought to you by yours truly. Remember... (more...)
5 things…
September 26, 2008 - 09:00
1. State Fair of Virginia. Goodness, I just love the food so much - pretzels, hot dogs, cotton candy, FUNNEL CAKES!!, corn dogs, popcorn. Richmond Raceway Complex, Through Oct. 6. 600 E. Laburnum Ave. Tickets are $8-$49. Call 804.569.3232 or visit www.statefairva.org. 2.... (more...)
Who will be on this Scrabble team!?!?
September 25, 2008 - 08:00
Read this… “I’m willing to invite their pansy pants to go to Richmond where I will have real hipsters who dig through garbage and wear white shirts only because they are cheap beat the ever loving shit out of them, if not bodily, then at... (more...)
Mayoral forum, the Issues, part one
September 24, 2008 - 10:13
If you actually wanted to learn something from the Mayoral Forum and either could not attend or find our “commentary” distasteful hopefully this will be of use. I’ve taken John’s excellent mostly factual summaries and removed them... (more...)
Kidz Eight Track continues to liquefy minds!!
September 24, 2008 - 08:00
Ok. if you have not checked this business out it is high time you stop talking about sports and Capitol Ale House and focus on the children. Friends, the children are making some first rate music, and RVANews is a conduit for their extravagant creativity... (more...)
Live blogging a mayoral forum: part one
September 23, 2008 - 17:46
Hello everyone. I come to you from a seat labeled “reserved for media.” WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT WE COULD FALL SO FAR! Tonight begins the first of a three part nu-media experiment: the mayoral candidates talk and we effuse snarky quasi-useful... (more...)
Hail Vic-to-ry!!
September 23, 2008 - 11:26
If you didnt know, or guess, the Redskins won again - beating the Cardinal on Sunday Highlights here… Read the fascinating history of the Redskins fight song here Go ahead and buy me this amazing “Jesus digs the Redskins” shirt here
From the candidates: tell us a little bit about yourself - *UPDATED*
September 23, 2008 - 09:52
We had a nice conversation last week in response to our first round of questions posed to Richmond mayoral and city council candidates. If you haven’t had a chance to take a look, head on over. This week’s question was a bit more personal: What... (more...)
photos of Richmond neighborhoods
September 21, 2008 - 10:13
So much of Richmond is visually interesting: the details on the buildings beautiful or decrepit, the skyline throughout the year, everything all along the James River, the cemeteries, art, the events, you name it… A handful of Flickr groups have... (more...)
RICHMONDECISION ‘08. We are now legit.
September 19, 2008 - 10:05
Guys, RVANews is so The Real Deal now. We’re teaming up with the lovely folks over at Style Weekly to do some live blogging during their mayoral forum series, RICHMONDECISION ‘08. The first session is Tuesday, September 23rd with a discussion... (more...)
5 things…
September 19, 2008 - 08:00
1. Armenian Food Festival - The 50th one!!! Check the eats (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armenian_cuisine) at St. James Armenian Church - on Patterson a few blocks west of Libbie. Running through Sept. 21 with extended lunch and dinner times. 804.282.3818. 2.... (more...)
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