Have you ever called a plumber, and they show up for 1 hour and 2 minutes, and they charge you two whole hours of labor? We're so used to every maintenance specialist and contractor charging us by the hour and then rounding up that we hardly bat an eye anymore. That...
When the moon moves into alignment with the sun (from Earth's perspective), the sun's light is reflected off of the far side of the moon. To us earthlings, the moon appears dark and difficult to spot with the naked eye. In this position, the sun and moon's...
If the past year and a half has taught us anything, it’s that taking care of your mental health needs to be a priority. While the normal everyday stresses of life can be overwhelming, the pandemic added another layer of issues. With 1 in 4 Americans on...
Hocus Pocus is on repeat in houses around the country this month, but the popularity of witches and their craft has surpassed the kid's movies and cliches with which we grew up. Look across the internet, and you'd see how popular #Witchtok is on TikTok. The uptick in...
In the heart of Selden Market is a clothing shop unlike any other in Hampton Roads. It began with a dream which has since catapulted into a full-throttle boutique. The year was 2019 when two sisters decided to co-launch their clothing business—born out of a...
[**Sponsored Post**] The North Colley section of town has slowly but surely become an epicenter of gastrointestinal greatness over the past few years. There are over a dozen establishments within a few blocks, ready to satisfy your need for the best chow and even...
**This is a sponsored post.** For over seven years, Crafted Indie Arts & Craft Market has brought together a roster of highly skilled and infinitely creative artisans. Crafted’s reputation for having the best selection of can’t-find-anywhere-else goods has...
Norfolk Public Schools starts back next week as summer vacation comes to a close for adolescents throughout the city. Most of the 'back to school' shopping gets done on the upcoming tax-free weekend in August, but we all know it isn't quite that simple. Those kiddos...
Selden Market is home to many qualified small businesses, from coffee to cuisine and clothing to candle making. If you’re looking for a new date night activity or a Saturday hangout with the girls, head to Sugar & Grace Co! The Story of Sugar & Grace Co ...
Say Hello to the Industrial Cottage Picture yourself walking around a shop with exposed brick, metal door frames, massive ceiling heights, tons of natural light from oversized windows, and to-die-for wall-to-wall home decor? Where did you see yourself? In a...
Original memo from the City Manager The City Manager's office released a report on the enforcement of short-term rentals in Norfolk last week. The information gave us a glimpse into the quickly evolving economy of short-term rentals in Norfolk. About 240...
If there's something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! False Alarm In this case, there's no need to call the Ghostbusters. The "something" in the neighborhood happens to be Ghost Kitchen, the new resident food truck at Smartmouth...
Ocean View residents and beach-goers have become a chorus of voices in recent years, yearning for more restaurants, coffee shops, and retail options in the area. The beaches are great low-key spots, but folks want a little more out of their in-town trip to the shore. ...
After a year's worth of Amazon shopping and DoorDash delivery, local markets and makers are looking to capitalize on stir-crazy consumers' desire for experiences. "Right now, there is a real want for people to be out and about and be social again," said...
"Ká ohun ti o gbìn" translates to "you reap what you sow." and is a Nigerian (more specifically Yoruba) take on the classic proverb. For Sia Alexander and her company Pure Lagos, this adage rings more genuine than most. Founded in 2018, Pure Lagos has had a...
Art and Community. That is what For All Handkind, also commonly known in short as FAHK, is all about. FAHK is a space where artists both local and beyond can showcase and sell their unique handcrafted creations. 5% of all sales go to charity, making a long list of...
Breathe. Stretch. Repeat. This slogan precisely summarizes what Sky's the Limit Yoga Co. is doing in post-pandemic life. Founded in 2017 by Danielle Collingworth, Sky's the Limit Yoga Co. began with pop-up style classes throughout Hampton Roads....
In the summer of 2018, Beth Dryer saw a need for artistic access in her community. So, Dryer says, "I evaluated if I could be that somebody that did that thing, and it was pretty clear that I could be," and from there, Norfolk's Creative Reuse Center was born. ...
A global pandemic couldn't stop Chris Simmonds from turning his passion for sustainability into a living by opening not one but three brick and mortar locations in Hampton Roads. Less Than are a small chain of zero waste refill shops offering sustainable alternatives....
To say a lot has changed within the past year or so is the most underwhelming statement of the century—so much so that that sentence in itself is pretty underwhelming too. But perhaps one of the most heartwarming and comforting things that have remained unchanged is...
Mother’s Day is this weekend, and I already know that exactly 72.49% of you are planning on picking up that basic Walgreens greeting card last minute and throwing it on a box of some drugstore chocolates. Well, if that’s you, stop what you’re doing and read this post!...
Digital Lens Rental has been hooking up creatives with the tools they need since 2016. When you've got the vision, the dream, and the talent to make it happen, but you don't quite have the gear - that's when DLR has your back. Their lenses have caught Norfolks finest...
CoStar, the commercial real estate tech company (not to be confused with the astrology app) purchased Homes.com for $156 million last week. Homes.com was a property of Dominion Enterprises, one of Downtown Norfolk’s long-time business anchors. That purchase price is...
NFK is home to a vibrant coffee shop and cafe culture that so many of us rely on for our daily fix. Whether you're looking to grab n’ go, catch up with your pals over breakfast and brew, hash out a business deal, or find a cozy corner to write your fan fiction...
Norfolk's love affair with beer is a long-established one (there were over a dozen breweries in town pre-prohibition), but since 2012 the craft brewing scene has exploded. OGs like Smartmouth and O'Connor have become hubs for local culture. Smaller neighborhood...
Whether you’ve been a resident of this city for the last couple of decades or you’re just passing through, it’s helpful to know where to go. Despite its relatively diminutive size, downtown Norfolk and its surrounding neighborhoods have an eclectic array of cultural...
Virality is fickle, but when you’ve got an unlimited amount of golden dog content to content the masses, your chances are looking better than most. Dogtown has dominated social media by dropping the best doggone Instagram posts and TikToks this town has seen. Dogtown...
