CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Jun 12, 2023 - Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium (VHEPC) unveiled its reimagined website, designed and executed...
Community Development
Ti Ames and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”
Arts, Community, Community Development, Entertainment, Hometown Heroes, Jessica Harris
by Jessica Harris; featured photo by Cara Walton Photography Featured photo: Full cast. Top row: (l-r) Ivan Orr as Toledo, Jude Hansen as Irvin,...
Vinegar Hill Being Showcased In Harlem This Week with Black Future Newsstand
The Black Future Newsstand was an immersive, interactive art installation that celebrated Black thought and creativity. The installation was created...
What is Our Why? A Video Short about Vinegar Hill Magazine
CIM Project, Community Development, Education, Entertainment, History
In this video, Eddie Harris, Katrina Spencer, Angilee Shah, Charles Lewis and Sarad talk about Vinegar Hill Magazine. This video short explores why...
Cherry Avenue’s Heart and Soul
Alexa Rodríguez, Business, Community, Community Development, Health and Wellness, Hometown Heroes
by Alexa Rodríguez Growing up around the Fifeville area, Nicole Hawker’s dreams of giving back to her community by creating a space for health and...
Making Waves in the Community: Community Views the new Little Mermaid
Community Development, Khalilah Jones
Photo Above: Jessica Turner and daughter Jaelle Armstrong are all smiles after the movie screening. by Khalilah Jones On Saturday, May 27th, Chic...
Zyahna Bryant: Black Woman Activist
Community Development, Education, Hometown Heroes, Naila Smith
by Naila A. Smith, PhD Zyahna Bryant is a powerhouse. At 22 years old, the Charlottesville native, youth activist, and community organizer, has...
The Pearl of the Antilles in Charlottesville
Business, Channing Mathews, Community Development, Food and Drink
by Channing Mathews; featured photo by Kori Price The story of Pearl Island Cafe is a search for identity, passion, and roots. The delightful smells...
(re)Reflector 02: A Queen Celebrates Juneteenth and Black Freedom
Community Development, Education, Entertainment, History, Hometown Heroes, Niya Bates
by Niya Bates and Ms. Maxine Holland If you’ve attended a Black cultural event in Charlottesville, chances are you’ve seen Ms. Maxine Holland...
Jayla Rose Hart & The Black Monologues
Community Development, Education, Entertainment, Health and Wellness, Jessica Harris
by Jessica Harris; featured photo of Jayla Rose Hart by John Robinson You might not have heard of multi-hyphenate artist and poet Jayla Rose Hart,...
The #100Cuts Initiative
Business, Community, Community Development, Education, Health and Wellness, Hometown Heroes, Naila Smith
by Naila A. Smith, PhD; Featured photo by Madeline Walsh and edited by Marley Canteen In 2020, firearm-related injuries became the number one...
However You Drink, Drink in Harmony
Channing Mathews, Community Development, Entertainment, Food and Drink
written by Channing Mathews, featured photo credit: Niya Bates If I’ve ever met anyone who has very much embodied the spirit of their own brand, it...
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Community, Community Development, Education
Charlottesville High School Appoints New Interim Leader
Amidst a period of uncertainty at Charlottesville High School, Dr. Gurley, a representative of Charlottesville City Schools, has announced the appointment of Mr. Kenneth Leatherwood as the interim leader of the school. This decision comes following the resignation...
Community Development, State Of The City
Engaging Discussion on Housing, Redevelopment, and Real Estate Draws Charlottesville Community
Charlottesville, VA – On Thursday, November 9th, Vinegar Hill Magazine and In My Humble Opinion Talk Show hosted a vibrant discussion on housing, redevelopment, and real estate in Charlottesville, bringing together more than 75 community members, experts, and...
Business, Community, Community Development, Khalilah Jones, Style
Slaying Stereotypes: Black and Curvy Women Breaking Workplace Beauty Barriers
Let's talk about a topic that's always been a silent current buzzing in the beauty and fashion world – the policing of Black and curvy women's style choices in the workplace. It's 2023, and it's high time we say goodbye to these outdated standards and embrace the...
Arts, Community Development, Entertainment
Oscar-Nominated Director Ava DuVernay to Attend Virginia Film Festival
The Virginia Film Festival is set to host a media availability for the Oscar-nominated director Ava DuVernay, known for her acclaimed works such as "Selma" and "The 13th". This event will take place in advance of the U.S. premiere of her latest film, "Origin". The...
Community, Community Development, National Headlines, Politics, Religion, State Of The City
Charlottesville’s Lee Statue Melted Down into Bars for New Public Art
Interview by S. Davenport | Photos by Eze Amos After a years-long saga, the removal of Charlottesville's Robert E. Lee statue has reached a new phase. In 2021, the Charlottesville City Council agreed to donate the statue to the Jefferson School African American...
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