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Remembrance
Erica Stotler, 1977-2014 by Tom Nash From a young age, Erica Stotler had plenty to complain about. At 8, she learned she had rheumatoid arthritis, the first of a series of diagnoses that meant a life...
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Unboxed
Local moving company Moxie Movers doubles as an art collective. by Rich Griset The ad was a regular post on Richmond Craigslist: "Moving company seeks Capricorn or Taurus for immediate work." It...
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Puttin’ on the Brits
Virginia Opera stages a classic Gilbert and Sullivan sendup of the British class system. by Rich Griset If history teaches anything about "H.M.S. Pinafore," it's that Americans can't get enough of it....
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Learning Curve
Four years in the making, a hip-hop musical surfaces at the University of Richmond. by Rich Griset It's a street that could be part of any major city. Three young men in sneakers and hoodies quietly...
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That One Song: “New Rembrandts” by Goldin
by Andrew Cothern Hard work and talent run in Goldin Harrison's family. The Richmond hip-hop artist and chief executive of local music company Control Entertainment is the older brother of Olympic...
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Cut to Black
Organizers ramp up plans for Richmond’s inaugural Afrikana Independent Film Festival. by Karen Newton If there's one thing the sharp-edged film "Dear White People" demonstrates, it's that even in a...
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No Wrong Answers
Three local art shows shows aim to stand out with provocative work during the holiday season. by Karen Newton Art waits for no season. While it may seem like a miasma of holiday activities reigns...
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The Community Lantern Parade
Friday, Nov. 21 by Chris Bopst Coinciding with 1708 Gallery’s annual InLight Richmond public exhibition of light-based art, the Community Lantern Parade will illuminate Monroe Park on Friday, Nov. 21....
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Richmond Transgender Day of Remembrance
Thursday, Nov. 20 by Chris Bopst A transgender person is 400 times more likely to be assaulted or murdered, despite making up less than 2 percent of the world’s population. In the United States, there...
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Stay Sweet Fest Presents: A Say-10 Records Anniversary Party at the Broadberry
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22 by Chris Bopst For the last decade, the Richmond-based Stay Sweet Records has brought hundreds of underground punk, metal and noise bands to town. What it’s...
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The Lightfields and Imaginary Sons at Emilio’s
Wednesday, Nov. 19 by Chris Bopst The Lightfields are the lingering scent of teen spirit. The distorted guitar attacks, rise-and-fall dynamics and full-throttle releases were fragrances worn by...
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Warren Hixson, Lady God and Beat Awfuls at Sound of Music Recording Studios
Monday, Nov. 24 by Chris Bopst If there’s a Richmond band I’d like to see more often, it’s Warren Hixson. I’ve listened to its 2013 release “Hawaiian Underwear” again and again.…[ Read more ][...
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Ramen Town
Food Review: Grace Noodle brings on the steaming ramen bowls, if not the ambiance. by Robey Martin Remember that whole grilled ramen thing? The one where poor Maruchan-brand noodles were plopped on...
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Short Order
Gelati Celesti's New Digs, Happy Hour Food Drive + More by Brandon Fox Ice cream sneaks up on you. Just a taste becomes two or three spoonfuls, and before you know it, you're looking at the bottom of...
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Plate Spinning: Succotash
Our seasonal switch challenge puts Comfort chef Travis Milton to the test, turning a typical summer recipe into one for fall. by Brandon Fox Richmond weather is annoyingly indecisive. One minute it's...
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Space Bomb
Opinion: "I wanted to make changes happen in the education, diets and culture of my neighborhood. But I no longer have the patience, money or laugh track necessary to deal with City Hall." by Heide...
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Alternate Routes
A comprehensive reform of Richmond’s criminal justice system is years behind schedule and barely underway. But some alternative programs are making a dent. by Ned Oliver Three months after it opened,...
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The Score
+2 Ben Zywicki, a 26-year-old from Colorado, becomes the first American man since 2000 to win the Anthem Richmond Marathon. It should be noted that Colorado also legalized marijuana this year.…[ Read...
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