Oh, Anthony. You claim to love Norfolk, but this isn't love. … [Read more...]
Democrats in Virginia: The Resistance Starts Today
First things first: If you are a Democrat living within this map, stop what you are doing and go vote. Right now. Go. We'll wait. … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Let State Senator Lynwood Lewis Know How You Feel at Open Town Hall
Much has been made of the national election of Donald Trump, but your local and state elected officials impact your life just as much, if not more than the top office in the land. … [Read more...]
Sunset Yoga in the Sky in Downtown Norfolk
It's a bird... it's a plane.... no, it's a yogi in the sky. … [Read more...]
Naughty by Norfolk: Top Local Talent Returns Tonight at Work Release
They found their voices in Norfolk/VB and set off to attain success in places like Nashville, L.A., and Berlin. Kayce Laine, Berk Visual, and Lil Internet are making waves in some of the biggest cities in the world, just like they used to do here, and just like they will be again tonight at Work | Release. … [Read more...]
Gahdamn: Congrats to D.R.A.M. on the Grammy Nomination
Hampton's D.R.A.M. has been making America feel it in their toes with "Broccoli," which hit No. 1 on the Hot Rap Songs Chart. … [Read more...]
Juicy News: Fruitive Coming to Norfolk as Part of The Main
One of the most healthy, ethical, and tasty businesses is Hampton Roads is coming to Norfolk to be part of The Main. … [Read more...]
Roll Call: What Broken-Hearted America Does Next Will Define the Legacy of Our Generation
Don't hide your tears. Don't try to stop them. Let them flow out so we can move forward unburdened. … [Read more...]
With God We Alienate: Institutional Spiritual Bias in the City of Chesapeake
Earlier this week the Chesapeake city council made a decision that I find to be deeply un-American, and deeply offensive. … [Read more...]
Norfolk Weighs Next Steps on Marijuana Decrim Issue
No, the issue is not dead. … [Read more...]
EVMS Professor: Medical Marijuana Linked to an Increase in People Getting GEDs
Could medical marijuana laws lead to an increase in people getting GEDs? An assistant professor at Eastern Virginia Medical School says they do. … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Stop By Norfolk City Council to Lobby for Marijuana Reform
At some point in the next two weeks or so the Norfolk City Council will decide on its legislative agenda for the 2017 session in Richmond. It is our hope that they include marijuana reform, as suggested by Councilman Paul Riddick. … [Read more...]
Walt Taylor Proves, Once Again, That He Is Magic
Anyone who follows Norfolk's Walt Taylor on Facebook is reminded, multiple times a day, that we are in the presence of creative greatness. … [Read more...]
Wednesday: A Chance for Pokémon GO Players & Neighborhood Residents to Come Together
As we've written about, a select group of neighborhood residents have let it be known they are unhappy about sharing Freemason with Pokémon GO players. They've gone so far as to push the City of Norfolk to find a way to kill the game at the Pagoda. But, I wonder, does it have to be so all or nothing? … [Read more...]
City of Norfolk to Gamers at The Pagoda: Pokémon GO Away
If the Norfolk Police Department has its way, Pokémon GO players will soon be permanently lured away from one of the game's local hot spots, the Pagoda. … [Read more...]
Stretching the Vibe Right Here in VA: Floyd Yoga Jam Returns this Weekend
I am an unabashed believer in the power of yoga to change people's lives. … [Read more...]
7 Talking Points for Supporters of Marijuana Decriminalization in Norfolk and Virginia
This week Norfolk City Councilman Paul Riddick broke open the conversation about marijuana decriminalization in Virginia. … [Read more...]
Norfolk Council Talks Marijuana Decriminalization
At last night's informal Norfolk city council meeting Councilman Paul Riddick called for a "total presentation" on marijuana decriminalization. … [Read more...]
Democracy is Calling: Help Plan Norfolk’s Next 100 Years
Take a look at this map. Over 40 percent of Norfolk is projected to be in high risk flood zones. … [Read more...]
A Friend of the Shore is a Friend of Mine: Dead on the Vine at Chatham Vineyards
Watch your speed on 13 this Saturday night as fans of the Dead come alive for a dance-happy evening of great music, great wine, and 10,000 grateful stars above. … [Read more...]