Dr. Lauranett Lee: Working the Dream
What goes into the making of an American Dream?
There are as many methods as there are makers, of course, but also a few constants: a quest driven by curiosity; opportunity often bestowed by an honored guide who’s already navigated his dream’s terrain. Hopefully, there’s triumph, because obstacles to dreams are inevitable.
For Dr. Lauranett Lee, Curator [...]
Living Better with Every Book
Richmond Public Libraries
The idea of storing written information is as old as civilization, and evidence makes clear that forms of libraries existed as long ago as 5000 years. Today, libraries house media of all kind. From books to magazines, encyclopedias and audio recordings, DVDs and documents, microfilm, maps, and more, the information you can access [...]
Save on Fuel Costs Now
Even with recent drops in gas prices, we’re always looking for ways to save on its hefty cost. Did you know you can dramatically improve your gas mileage just by making a few changes to your driving habits? By implementing a few basic changes, you will save money. You will also enjoy safer conditions, lower [...]
Who’s Making a Splash?
End-of-Summer Fun at Hadad’s Lake
On August 23, Hadad’s Lake is going to be the site for one big Splash when the 7th Annual Seafood Splash brings families and couples together for a feast and fun. The event features live music, basketball, volleyball, a water slide, paddle boat rides, and card games. The cost of entrance [...]
Yonnette Poindexter: Beyond Beauty
Written and Photographed by Danny Holcomb
Behind a bright red door at 4 E. Grace Street in downtown Richmond lies a little bit of New York City.
Beyond Beauty Salon and Spa is the brainchild of former New Yorker Yonnette Poindexter. Yonnette came to the United States from Guyana with her parents in the late ‘70s when [...]
