Student News Source at Piedmont Virginia Community College
Tyler Gaines, staff writer On Sunday, Jan. 21, I paid a visit to Made in Asia, a local diner that specializes in Asian food and cuisine. I arrived at the establishment around 11:38 a.m. The customer volume was low, but the service was still good. I did not have to wait long before I […]
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Bryn Dotson, staff writer Most locals have been to the beloved Marco and Luca restaurant. There are three restaurant locations in Charlottesville: one on the historic Downtown Mall, one on the corner, and one in Seminole Square Shopping Center on 29-North. When you first enter the quaint restaurant, the order desk is directly ahead. […]
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Mathew Fragola, staff writer Blue Ridge Country Store is almost too good of a hole in the wall. If you are lucky enough to notice it, you have found a hidden gem. Walking into the shop, I was overwhelmed by the aroma of fresh fruits and vegetables. I saw Patty, the owner, immediately, and […]
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Charley Hilliard, staff writer The Ranchero Loco Burrito is delicioso and ranks as a favorite dinner meal at Mono Loco, a popular mexican restaurant on water street by the downtown mall. The signature burrito does not only enwrap crispy pork with ranchero sauce, but includes a savory fried egg. The combination puts Ranchero into […]
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John Matthews, staff writer Located down the street from Charlottesville’s downtown mall, Brazos can be found in the IX building. Created by Peter Griesar, Brazos has been going strong since 2016. Open seven days a week, it is a great place to grab some food. Brazos has indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of […]
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Jesus Duran Reyes, staff writer Screenwriter and director Martin McDonagh, added another dark comedy to his resume, along with seven Oscar nominations in his fourth featured film. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is the story of an ambitious mother of two, Mildred Hayes, played by Frances McDormand. She is a fearless woman willing to […]
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Frances Humes, staff writer My evening started at PVCC’s art building. I was unsure of what the night on the Underground Railroad had in store for me. Based on the turnout, I thought this show is going to be amazing. The lines wrapped around the hallway. When the time came to take my seat, […]
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Deadra Miller, staff writer Pino’s Italian Grille and Pizzeria is owned and operated by a local family that has at least two other restaurants within 50 miles of Dillwyn, Virginia. Pino’s has a friendly atmosphere where everyone knows everybody, so it is hard to hide if you want a quiet meal with your significant […]
Continue ReadingIsaac Rowlingson, staff writer On Sunday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m., the Tidewater Classical Guitar Orchestra played at PVCC’s V. Earl Dickinson theatre. The auditorium was filled with a diverse audience. As the musicians came out, the audience applauded them. The first part of the concert was the full guitar orchestra. The performers were separated […]
Continue ReadingIsaac Rowlingson, staff writer On Nov. 17 through 19, Albemarle High School Drama presented An Evening of Kafka and Stevenson. Each performance consisted of two one-act plays. Before the show, the director mentioned they will also be performing a musical in the coming spring. The first play was based on the book The Castle, by […]
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