The Virginia Political Blogosphere

Where political ideologies face off on the schoolyard playground.

This is an experimental RSS feed aggregator written by Thomas Krehbiel. I use this to browse the Virginia political blogosphere, but your mileage may vary.

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Last updated: 9/5/2010 5:21:01 AM.


News, Richmond · calendar, Aces Diner, Restaurants, Speed Dating

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Speed Dating comes to Aces Diner Bar & Grill RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Aces Diner Bar & Grill at 219 East Clay Street will be hosting Speed Dating on Sept.16 from 8:30-11:30PM for women ages 21-35 ($15 includes one drink and one entree) and men ages 21-40 ($20 includes one drink and one entree). RSVP via email or call (804)888-7572. Speed dating is the hot new alternative on [...]
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News, Richmond · community, redevelopment, 2nd Street, Jackson Ward, The Hippodrome

Carver & Jackson Ward News · The Hipp Getting Ready To Hop RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Jackson Ward and the Hippodrome renovation project are featured in another article in today’s Times Dispatch.  Construction is progressing rather quickly.  Ettamae’s restaurant is already open and and the residential portion of the project is expected to be ready in November. The Hippodrome will offer flexible seating between 400 and 800 people and will feature [...]

News, Richmond · community, Broad Street

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Drink Coca Cola In Bottles RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Coca Cola sign above Harvey’s Progressive Barber Shop

News, Richmond · Etc, crime, Fendall Ave, Norrell Elementary

North Richmond News · Rape victim found behind Norrell Elementary RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

A woman was found assaulted on Wednesday night: Police found the victim behind A.V. Norrell Elementary school in the 2100 block of Fendall Avenue around 9:30 p.m. Police say the victim knew her attacker, but so far no arrests have been made.

News, Richmond · Etc, Movieland, movies

North Richmond News · Rocky Horror Picture Show, West Side Story at Movieland RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

In addition to the first run movies, Movieland at Boulevard Square this week features The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Fri/Sat at 11:30PM for Insomnia Theater, and West Side Story on Sat/Sun at 11AM for Movies and Mimosas.

News, Richmond · Etc, education, lewis ginter

North Richmond News · Due to demand: an additional section of Nature Journaling RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens always has a great selection of classes available to members and non-members. This one, due to its popularity, has been given a second section. If it is your jam, you may want to sign up quickly! Saturday, October 23, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Learn to draw from nature. Use the techniques [...]

News, Richmond · RVANews-entertainment, RVANews-news, children, consignment, kidtopia, moyc, rva, weag

Near West End News · Children’s Consignment Sales are September 25 & October 8-10 RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The West End Assembly of God (WEAG) Mothers of Young Children (MOYC)  clothing and toy sale is September 25th.   The Kidtopia children’s consignment sale is October 8-10.  Both sales feature items from many different consignors with a variety of prices, sizes and styles.  The MOYC sale includes maternity clothes and children’s clothing  sizes up to [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · RVANews-news, education

Near West End News · An Update From Kim Bridges, Richmond City School Board Representative RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Kim Bridges Richmond Public Schools 1st District School Board Representative, has an update for citizens of Richmond’s 1st District and parents: Yes, it’s a new school year, and some of us are very happy about it. Today was the first day back for teachers and I was privileged to sit in on the opening morning [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · RVANews-entertainment

Near West End News · Guerilla Goodness: Sidewalk Chalk RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

If you want to get in on spreading the love at your neighborhood school, consider donating some time this weekend to Guerilla Goodness chalk drawings! I’ll be over at Mary Munford on Monday if you want to join in! Here’s the deal from Patience Salgado over at Kindnessgirl.com 1. Grab some bright sidewalk chalk. 2. You [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · RVANews-entertainment, RVANews-news, education

Near West End News · The Blessings of a B Minus at the JCC and Steward School RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Commonwealth Parenting is sponsoring “The Blessings of a B Minus; How to Nurture Resilience and Optimism During Challenging Times”  on October 20-21st.  Speaker Wendy Mogel, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, parenting expert and  best selling author. Tickets are available for $15. You can also RSVP on Facebook. Wednesday, October 20, 2010 The Steward School 11600 [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · art&entertainment, community, redevelopment, art, Broad Street, First Friday, Restaurants

Carver & Jackson Ward News · First Friday-September 3rd RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

It’s time to hit Broad Street again and celebrate Richmond’s signature downtown arts event. Please note that First Friday has venues north and south of Broad, e.g. The Richmond Public Library and Gallery 5 and has expanded eastward as far as CenterStage and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. So put on your walking shoes and make [...]

News, Richmond · community, art, art180, Gilpin

Carver & Jackson Ward News · SOHO needs female mentors RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

From the Art 180 press release. SOHO: Space Of Her Own is an art-based program serving pre-teen girls from Richmond’s Gilpin Court community. A partnership of the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, Friends Association for Children, and ART 180, the program offers girls year-long mentoring through creative art projects and other skill-building activities–including a family-style [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, Guardian Angels, Highland Park

North Richmond News · International Alliance of Guardian Angels introduces new Richmond Chapter RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The press conference will take place at 2PM on Saturday, September 4th in the Gabriel Prosser Park, 3100 Meadowbridge Rd., Richmond, VA 23222 (Highland Park). Most people recognize the Guardian Angels from news reports of young volunteers patrolling New York’s most dangerous subway lines and streets. It is unavoidable that people associate us [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, real estate

North Richmond News · Five local foreclosures RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

A Richmond BizSense look at recent foreclosures in the metro area lists 30 in Henrico, 43 in Chesterfield, 8 in Hanover, and 32 in Richmond – 5 of which are in the local area (2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, Barton Ave, Woodrow Ave, Maryland Ave). 2114 2nd Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 Execution of a certain deed [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, chamberlayne, dog

North Richmond News · Have you seen Dixie? RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Craigslist has word on a missing dog LOST MINIATURE DACHSHUND (Chamberlayne ave) My dog got out around 2:00 today she is very small with brown fur. She was wearing a black collar with skull and crossbones on it. She has a small furless patch on her back. She answers to Dixie. She does not have her [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, library, Norrell Elementary

North Richmond News · Library closes to prepare for the North Avenue branch opening RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

As of tonight you’ll no longer be able to return books to the temporary library site at Norrell Elementary. They’ll be closing down. To prepare for the reopening of the permanent branch on North Avenue. Good news: if you didn’t get your books back tonight, you can keep them until October 11 — when the [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, MacArthur, yoga

North Richmond News · 4025 Yoga offers classes for charity RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Please join us in celebrating nearly 6 years in business! From 9:00 to 4:30 on Saturday, September 18th our fabulous Yoga instructors will be offering classes for their favorite charities. A suggested minimum donation of $10.00 for a class would be appreciated. A complete list of classes, times and charities will be posted on the [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, Stir Crazy Cafe

North Richmond News · Say goodbye to Stir Crazy Cafe RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

MacArthur Avenue’s Stir Crazy Cafe is looking for a new name: Help us pick our new name and win free coffee! We won’t be Stir Crazy Cafe much longer — we’ll be changing our name soon. And if we choose the new name you suggest you can win a pound of coffee a month for a [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, Shenanigan's

North Richmond News · This week at Shenanigan’s RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

This week at Shenanigan’s Eatery and Pub: Tuesday – Julius Pittman & the Revival (no cover) Wednesday – Amy Henderson – Open Mic Friday – BILL KIRCHEN & TOO MUCH FUN - CD Release Party Saturday – UNCLE DREW & THE POWHITE BOYS Sunday – BOBBY MESSANO
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News, Richmond · business, Restaurants, Strange Matter

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Strange Matter now delivers to Carver, Jackson Ward RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

From Holly Gordon over at RVA News: Strange Matter (vegan-friendly, carnivore-approved) is now offering bike delivery service to VCU Campus, Oregon Hill, Jackson Ward, Carver, the Fan, Randolph, Carytown, and the Museum District. Owner Bobby Pembleton says they have a “flexible $10 minimum charge.” Delivery is available every day except for Sunday, from 11am to [...]

News, Richmond · crime, Gilpin

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Juvenile males shooting guns while riding bicycles RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

School can’t start soon enough: Richmond police were searching for two boys on bicycles armed with guns after a girl was shot in the back this evening in the Gilpin Court public housing project.

News, Richmond · community

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Free Books RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Can you name this location?

News, Richmond · community, Carver, Freecycle

Carver & Jackson Ward News · WANTED: Flotsam, Jetsam and Other Odd Treasures RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

This ad from Carver on Richmond Freecycle today. I am still looking for one of those empty cable spools for my eccentric friend.  Paperback classic French novels in French, strange bits of flotsam and odd treasures that may be your trash. Previous collection was wiped out in a massive room sweep for bed bugs at [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, crime, Montrose Ave, shooting

North Richmond News · Police name suspects in Montrose shooting RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The Richmond Police have identified Charles Lee Mayo (left below), 22, and Xavia Rayquinn Mayo (right below), 20, both of the 3000 block of Montrose Avenue as suspects the shooting of three people last night on Montrose Avenue. Update: Arrest made Richmond Police have arrested Xavia Rayquinn Mayo, 20, of the 3000 block of Montrose Avenue, [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, crime, Montrose Ave

North Richmond News · Three wounded in shooting on Montrose Avenue RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The RTD has scant details of a shooting on the 2900 block of Montrose Avenue last night which sent 3 people to the hospital.

News, Richmond · Etc, nature, traffic circle, trees, Westbrook

North Richmond News · Damage done to Westbrook maple tree RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The RTD has an interesting story on a tree damaged during the construction of a new traffic circle at 1400 Westbrook. The twenty-foot silver maple’s roots were cut by a contractor without consulting an arborist. a silver maple on Westbrook Avenue wasn’t supposed to be touched in a city project to build a traffic [...]

News, Richmond · Etc, bees, Bryan Park, nature

North Richmond News · Bryan Park gets more … bees? RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

I guess this is a good thing? The ever vigilant urban forestry crew recently moved a giant beehive in a fallen tree from Byrd Park to Bryan Park. Via NBC12.

News, Richmond · Etc, Movieland, movies

North Richmond News · The Big Uneasy tonight only at Movieland RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Harry Shearer’s documentary on the man-made caused of the flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrica, The Big Uneasy, will be playing ONE NIGHT ONLY, tonight at 7:30PM at Movieland at Boulevard Square: In his feature–length documentary The Big Uneasy, humorist and New Orleans resident Harry Shearer gets the inside story of a disaster that could [...]

News, Richmond · community, Jackson Ward

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Shoe Givaway on Labor Day RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church is sponsoring a shoe giveaway for K through 12 students this Labor Day.  Ten downtown churches have joined together in an effort to collect 5,000 pair of shoes.  From the RTD story: This is the fourth year Third Street has organized this ministry. The idea was born in 2007, and in [...]

News, Richmond · community, Abner Clay Park, Jackson Ward, RVA Hoop Lovers

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Get Your Hoop On! RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

During Saturday’s neighborhood clean-up I came across this group of hula hoopers in Abner Clay Park.  This was part of community outreach event sponsored by RVA HoOp LOvers. Per their Facebook page: The RVA Hoop Lovers are dedicated to fostering a community full of joyful creative self-expression. We seek to facilitate positive growth and healing [...]

News, Richmond · redevelopment, ACORN

Carver & Jackson Ward News · A closer look at 106 1/2 East Clay Street RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods invites everyone out for the next Renovator’s Open House coming up at 106 1/2 East Clay Street: In 2008, a neglected residence in Jackson Ward was caught in a snare of tax liens and code violations and deteriorating from the roof to the foundation. Demolition by neglect was [...]

News, Richmond · community, crime, Broad Street

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Cabbie foils 4:00 AM robbery on Broad Street RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

If you are going to solicit fares at 4:20 am on (100 W.) Broad Street, you’ve got to be prepared to deal with the consequences. Apparently this one was. Per the RTD: When he pulled over, rolled down the passenger window and asked them if they needed a cab, one of them told him to [...]

News, Richmond · community, Jackson Ward

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Jackson Ward Cleanup on Saturday 8/28 RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Plans are to meet at by Comfort at 11:00 am, get some breakfast maybe, then hit the streets. Details are a little sketchy, but here’s the Facebook page.

News, Richmond · community

Near West End News · Save the Date for Massey on the River Fundraiser, Sept. 25 RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The Massey Alliance invites the community a fundraiser for the VCU Massey Cancer Center: Massey on the River, Saturday, September 25 from 5-9 p.m. on Rock Bottom Island (off of River Road near River Road Shopping Center). Tickets include a dinner buffet of home-style favorites, selections from Loveland Distributors and Pepsi and live music from [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · RVANews-entertainment, community

Near West End News · Bubbles! at Bon Secours RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

Looks like someone was having fun with bubbles this morning at Bon Secours Heart Center at Forest and Glenside. By this afternoon, when I drove by, things looked normal again. Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · RVANews-news, nwen, richmond, rva, trees

Near West End News · Are you interested in learning more about proper tree care? Consider the 2010 Fall Tree Steward Program RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The City of Richmond boasts one of the top urban forests in the country, you can learn more about the thriving trees in our community by participating in Richmond City’s Tree Steward Program. Who: Richmond residents and other area students and residents interested in learning the proper methods of selecting, planting and maintaining trees. What: Richmond Tree [...] Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled
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News, Richmond · business, Books Bikes and Beyond, Broad Street

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Books, Bikes, and Beyond comes to Broad Street RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The Books, Bikes, and Beyond thrift store opens at their new location at 7 West Broad Street on Monday, August 30th.

News, Richmond · community, 1708 Gallery, art

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Monster Drawing Rally @ 1708 RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

WHAT: Monster Drawing Rally is a performance, a happening, a bonanza, a rollicking good time of art making, kids activities, food and drinks! The event will consist of 5 one-hour shifts with several artists working simultaneously per hour. Audiences will have the rare opportunity to watch art come to life and purchase complete works on [...]

News, Richmond · calendar, Convention Center, Tea Party

Carver & Jackson Ward News · Virginia Tea Party comes to Convention Center in October RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The Virginia Tea Party Convention 2010 will be held at the Richmond Convention Center on Fri/Sat October 8/9. Invited speakers include Lou Dobbs, Oliver North, Rick Santorum, and Ron Paul. Tickets to attend are $40/day or $50 for both. There will also be a business casual “Freedom Lovers Extravaganza” on Friday night at the Downtown [...]

News, Richmond · community

Carver & Jackson Ward News · The Beat of a Different Drummer RSS Comment Feed Bookmark on del.icio.us

The FLT Steel Pan Orchestra added some fun to yesterday’s Summer Reading Celebration and the Main Public Library yesterday with what they call “the gospel sounds of the Caribbean”. To learn more call Lucetta Robertson @ 804-321-8075 or visit their website http//www.FLTIM.com

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