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Kennedy Alumni Leave Mark on Former School
by Tom Nash For the last decade, graduates of an East End high school have watched the identity of their alma mater fade away. But they're taking steps to keep its legacy alive.…[ Read more ][...
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Under Contract
How is Redskins training camp paying off for the Richmond Public Schools? When it comes to benefits, some officials are still unclear. by Tom Nash Two years after coming up with a playbook on how...
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As the Sign Turns: Final Episode?
by Ned Oliver A family of tourists is at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, but it’s finished with the galleries and ready to hit Maymont’s animal farm to pet some goats. Can someone, uh, point dad in...
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Love, Doodles, a Fallen Hairbrush: The McDonnell Show Goes On
by Ned Oliver Former Gov. Bob McDonnell talked about his marriage in the hushed tones usually reserved for discussing severe illness and death. Things had gotten bad, he testified.…[ Read more ][...
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Council Holds Back on Auditor Congrats
by Ned Oliver Richmond Auditor Umesh Dalal's office was named one of the 11 best such operations in North America last month, but not everyone at City Hall was impressed. When City Council President...
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The Brockie Kick
by Chris Bopst The first time I met Dave Brockie, my friend kicked him in the nuts. He deserved it, too.…[ Read more ][ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
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The Projects
What's next for Gwar? A lot. GwarBar: The group is undertaking the restaurant with Travis Croxton of Rappahannock, who will be managing. At 217 W. Clay St., in the old Crossroads bar, an early fall...
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The New Odyssey
After Dave Brockie’s death, Gwar regroups with a swarm of projects that may decide its future. by Brent Baldwin Thousands of black-clad metal heads roast in the midafternoon August sun. They've come...
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Slow Pour
The Milkstains celebrate 10 years with their first album. by Rich Griset When it came time for the Milkstains to record their new album, "Broken Bones," the local rock band encountered an unusual...
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Harmonizing
Gallery5 explores the theme of rhythm during Fall Line Fest. by Amanda Dalla Villa Adams Fall Line Fest isn't just about music this time around. In its second year, the all-volunteer-run festival...
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Nosh Pit
Richmond chefs and brewers hope to share the limelight at Fall Line Fest. by Paul Spencer Richmond's Fall Line Fest wants to give attendees more than rivers of Heineken and fried concessions. Culinary...
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Clock Punching
Artist Bob Trotman’s grotesque sculptures seek to open a dialogue about corporate America. by Amanda Dalla Villa Adams We all want to feel important. Life can get in the way and the dreams we pined...
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Brad Birchett: “Return” at Quirk Gallery
Sept. 4 through Oct. 25 by Chris Bopst Did cavemen dream of electric sheep? According to Brad Birchett they did.…[ Read more ][ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
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The Harvest Wine Festival
Saturday, Sept. 6. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. by Chris Bopst With a new brew pub seeming to open every week, it’s easy to forget that Virginia also is prime time for wine. To help remind you that our soil and...
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U.S. Girls, Slim Twig and Various Eggs at Strange Matter
Thursday, Sept. 4. 9 p.m. by Brent Baldwin This was a last-second add to the Strange Matter calendar and it’s a strong pick if you’re looking for something different Thursday, Sept. 4. Meg Remy,...
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Empire One-Year Anniversary Party
Saturday, Sept. 6. 9 p.m. by Chris Bopst You wouldn’t know by looking at it, but a lot of music has been played at establishments on the corner of West Broad and North Laurel streets through the...
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Fool’s Errand and Rattlemouth at Balliceaux
Friday, Sept. 5. 10 p.m. by Brent Baldwin Gypsy folk music found a popular modern champion in Gogol Bordello, a group that draws huge crowds for its raucous blend of old and new traditions. Richmond’s...
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Belgian Bistro
Suburban gem Brux’l Café gets a new lease in the city. by Karen Newton If ever a Richmond restaurant location seemed cursed, it was the corner of Main Street and Allen Avenue in the Fan. A succession...
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Short Order
Answer Brewpub Preview, September Festival Roundup + More by Colby Rogers Seeking the Answer One of Richmond's most anticipated openings has finally arrived. The new brew pub from Mekong and...
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When the Wind Blows
Opinion: "The storm only served to accentuate an everyday normalcy: I am not in control of much of anything." by Nathan F. Elmore On a Saturday afternoon in late August, three years ago, Hurricane...
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