Category RVA

West End Standouts

cooper center west end

Does anything stand out to you on this map? Three areas jump out at me: the dark green/yellow/red area in the lower left the bright red “arrow” shape in the upper center the heavy red/blue/green mix under “W Broad St”…

Extravagant Generosity

danny's bike

Two weeks ago, I posted Danny’s video here and on Facebook. I was struck by Danny’s story and his resolve to work hard and succeed. Danny is a new face of homelessness, I think. Danny had laid out clear steps…

The New Homeless

Matt from The Salvation Army of Central Virginia has done a remarkable job of sharing their mission and their work through a weekly video. Here’s one in-depth story from this week’s video: Danny’s story brings up a couple thoughts: Richmond…

Quoted: About the Cicadas

We have heard the cicadas for a few weeks, but the “deafening” roar isn’t in our neighborhood. It’s nearly a mile away! Drive over there, and there is no mistaking what is taking place. When I heard the Times-Dispatch’s Rex…

“I Hate Suburbia”

Notice the quotes. Please, notice the quotes. I don’t hate suburbia. To be quite honest, I haven’t heard anyone say this direct quote. Close, but not this. Let’s be honest: the city is sexy. Downtown skylines are picturesque at sunset,…