Sports Tourism: A Good Fit for RVA
By Kyra Oliver It’s no secret that RVA is jammed-packed with sporting events. A huge flagpole adorning the US flag, ready for various state games to take place. And with all the sports around town, come sports tourism dollars. In fact, when you add up the estimated economic impact of all the events taking place […]
2015 UCI World Cycling Championship
Really, company is coming. Over the past few months, momentum has grown and planning is underway. With a projected $158 million in economic impact, businesses are gearing up and community organizations are forging greater ties across the region. Many companies are discussing strategies to launch new products in RVA during the event. Event organizers are […]
Outside in the East End
If you want to known anything at all in the East End, your obvious choice is blogger John Murden of Church Hill People’s News. Grid asked Murden to share his top picks for ways to play in an area known for its historic architecture, popular restaurants, and unbeatable city views. Church Hill has gotten a […]
Hello, My Name is RVA
I was born in Richmond You could say I was created from scratch as a gift to the people. Three Letters. All Caps. No rules. I am more than just a brand or a logo or an icon. I am a unifying, open-source force for good. I represent the innovation, vitality, and creative spirit of […]
Southbank Spots by Outdoor Activity
Residents along the Southbank—including Forest Hill/Semmes corridor, Westover Hills, Woodland Heights, Forest View Heights, and Stratford Hills—know how to play. Grid asked blogger Richard Hayes, of Hills & Heights, to give us some insight into a side of town known for its access to the river, mountain bike trails, and popular watering holes. Hayes shares […]
Down by the Water
The ripples in the James River are hypnotic. They are their own rhythm. Every river lover knows that all thoughts run deeper, all troubles get lighter, and all plans come together down by the riverside. I had no idea, actually, until one day last summer when I decided to go and see for myself. It […]
Recommend Richmond
In April 2011, about 90 police, EMS, and security officers descended upon Richmond, checked into their $130-a-night hotel rooms at the Richmond Marriott, hopped onto their mountain bikes and hit the region’s trails and streets. For six days, members of the International Police Mountain Bike Association received training and certification on mountain bikes, developing and […]
Walking RVA
Bill Martin, the director of the Valentine Richmond History Center, has lived in Church Hill for 12 years. And for every one of those years, he has spent his weekend mornings walking the streets, climbing the hills, and crossing the footbridges of RVA. In addition to citing the many health benefits of being an avid […]
A Driver’s Seat Perspective to RVA
It’s interesting driving many different types of people around Richmond—from movie stars to in-and-out business travelers to long-time Richmonders. Being behind the wheel as a co-owner and operator of a transportation service, I get a chance to hear my clients’ perception of the region and what they like most about it. What’s even more interesting […]
Rediscovering Richmond’s Nooks and Crannies
Maybe hailing from another state gives me a fresh perspective on RVA, because after nearly eighteen years I discover a new nook or cranny every week it seems. Growing up in small-town Pennsylvania was a picturesque experience, no doubt, but having access to such a perfectly sized city, jam-packed with history at every turn, is […]