News & Human Interest

It Takes a Village
Good Grit
, Spring 2023
Two Virginia women are working to create a cooperative feeding community for the digital age. 

Entrepreneur Who Gives a Damn: Genius Map
Good Grit, Spring 2023

A Ministry of Love
Good Grit, February 2023
Cristina Might is following her calling to Welcomed Co.

Grit & Guile, Wit & Wile
C-VILLE Weekly
, November 2022 (feature)
Charlottesville Lady Arm Wrestlers compete for a common cause.

Reduce, Reuse, Refill
C-VILLE Weekly, October 2022 (feature)
Environmentally conscious shops are thriving in Charlottesville.

Pedaling Toward a Better Future
Good Grit Magazine
, May 2021
With the non-profit Edgehill Bike Club, Terry Key brings hope to the children of his community.

Furry Friendships
C-VILLE Weekly, February 2021
Pet adoptions up, pet returns down during the pandemic

A Christmas Tree Story
C-VILLE Weekly, December 2020
The Casons have been selling holiday happiness for more than 100 years.

In the Running
C-VILLE Weekly, October 2020
The Shelter for Help in Emergency fights on.

Helping Hand
C-VILLE Weekly, September 2020 (feature)
International Neighbors supports refugee families during the pandemic.

Pastures of Plenty
C-VILLE Weekly, August 2020
Retired racehorses find a home at Montpelier.

Be a Changemaker in This Year’s Tom Tom Festival
RVA Magazine, September 2020
The Tom Tom Foundation’s Cities Rising Summit is a seven-week, free, virtual event that offers opportunities to connect, collaborate, and confront critical issues impacting cities today. 

Get Up Offa That Thing
RVA Magazine
, September 2020
On Saturday, a crowd cheered as the “At Ready” Confederate statue was removed from its place of prominence at the Albemarle County Courthouse near Charlottesville.


Home & Garden

Why Experts Say You Should Grow More Trees in Your Yard
Better Homes & Gardens, June 2023
Experts share why it’s important to plant trees in your yard—and how to maintain them.

Why Sustainability is the Biggest Yard Care Trend This Spring
Better Homes & Gardens, March 2023
Regenerative landscape design expert Brandy Hall shares her tips for adopting eco-friendly lawn care practices this year.

When Good Enough Is Great
Good Grit, Spring 2023
Hannah Carpenter transformed her nondescript Arkansas farmhouse into a home bursting with charm. 

Everything in Its Place
Abode Magazine, Spring 2023
An Ivy kitchen gets the custom treatment

Small Changes for a Healthier Yard
Garden & Gun
, December 2022 (digital)
Regenerative farmers share tips for being a good steward of the soil.

Form and Function—for the Future
Abode Magazine, Fall/Winter 2022
The first solar-powered carport arrives in Charlottesville.

A Slice Above
Abode Magazine, Fall/Winter 2022
Rockpile Construction creates a one-of-a-kind pizza oven in Albemarle.


Food & Drink

Practical and Palatable
Knife & Fork Magazine
, Fall/Winter 2022
BohoVegMom’s recipes make vegan eating reasonable for even the most reluctant cook.

Stewards of the Earth
Knife & Fork Magazine
, Fall/Winter 2022
DuCard Vineyards eliminates plastic bottles from its tasting room.

Nothing Common
Okra Magazine
, May 2021
This trio of friends is focused on sustainability, family and wellness.

Love in Every Dish
C-VILLE Weekly
, November 2020
PLENTY Cville serves up more than prepared meals.

One Season at a Time
C-VILLE Weekly, September 2020
Caromont Farm keeps looking toward the future.

A Fresh Take on Frozen Food
RVA Magazine, October 2020
Sous Casa’s frozen burritos aren’t just delicious and healthy — they’re also fighting food insecurity in Richmond.


Arts & Culture

Ring in Kindness This New Year
Good Grit Magazine, December 2022 (digital)
Brad Montague resolves to help spread kindness–will you join him?

Bringing the Stage to the Neighborhood
Good Grit Magazine, September 2020 (digital)
Musical duo Chatham Rabbits create their own silver linings.

Rad Space
C-VILLE Weekly, September 2020
The Bridge PAI finds new ways to connect by dreaming big.

A Shared Experience
RVA Magazine, September 2020
With the newest exhibition at the 1708 Gallery, artists from the Contemporary Arts Network come together to create a transformative experience that is simultaneously solitary and shared.

Get Culture, Not COVID
RVA Magazine, September 2020
Looking to get out of the house without getting sick? Skip the bars and head to the museums for a safer change of scenery.

Using Art to Amplify Voices
RVA Magazine, August 2020
From producing face masks to highlighting local artists during coronavirus and the Black Lives Matter movement, Studio Two Three is uplifting their community as a resource on the ground.