Greater Richmond Grid: Connecting LIVE + WORK + PLAY http://richmondgrid.com Business Innovation Shopping Arts Culture Entertainment in Central Virginia <![CDATA[MPACT & SeeClickFix]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=773

Mayor Dwight Jones launched a program to engage city residents to cite neighborhood needs and to drive municipal action in response to those issues.]]> <![CDATA[Spotify]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=772

Chris Crews is a music junkie. When not managing social media communities for Rocket Pop Media, Crews plays bass in the local band, Strummer. With a hankering for both music and emerging media, it didn't take long for Crews to find Spotify, which he calls the "mix tape of our age."]]> <![CDATA[Foodspotting]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=771

It used to be a lot easier to eat in RVA. You saw food you liked, and simply dug in. Today we fiddle with our phones to "check-in" using location-based apps, tweet about the wait staff, and search for menu recommendations by friends. Now, thanks to Foodspotting, there's yet another way to play with our food.]]> <![CDATA[@echadwilliams]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=770

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Chad Williams 
Web: www.30isthenew20.com
Bio: I am owner of Creative Visual Design, web designer, adventure seeker, traveler, computer geek, music hound, rva restaurant regular and a VCU grad. Follow me!
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Ana Kamal
Web: www.fahrenheittechnology.com
Bio: Digital advocate and multitasker at Fahrenheit Emerging Media. PR major from VCU. I enjoy running, picnics, naps and heavy books. Shiny objects are a plus.
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Stephen Robertson
Web: www.coffeeculturerva.com
Bio: I love coffee, food, wine and friends; join my team.
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Lesley Bruno
Web: www.marthable.com
Bio: I like Johnny Depp, planting things and rescuing cats.
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People often think that all writing is the same, whether it's a blog, an article, or a book. And while the elements are certainly similar, the long form of a book is different from anything else. That's mainly because the writer has to sustain the reader's attention for a much longer period of time. I learned this and more after co-writing the book Two Versions: The Other Side of Fame and Family with Bill Hudson. ]]> <![CDATA[Say, That's a Great Idea!]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=764

Right around winter, magazines like to roll out their year-end portfolio of highlights from stories that resonated with the readership. Some publications survey topics, offer "Top Ten" lists, and add the occasional update. Or there are those publishers who use their first issue of the New Year to forecast trends and cite predictions of evolving stories.]]> <![CDATA['Getting Loose at the Deuce': Showcasing RVA Talent]]> http://richmondgrid.com/index.asp?ID=762

Jackson Wards's dynamic mix of local entertainers -- from young performers to seasoned players, local vocalists, dancers and ensembles -- wow the crowds.]]>