Election 101
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, Virginians will elect their next governor. Three candidates are vying for the privileged position: Democrat Tim Kaine, Republican Jerry Kilgore and Independent Russ Potts. In the following in-depth interviews, the candidates speak to the citizens of Hampton Roads not only about the issues that concern the entire commonwealth but also the issues that affect us here in southeast Virginia.
By Michael Jon Khandelwal
Come Out and Play
Presenting ... all the must-see performances of the new and exciting theater season. PLUS: Chris Hanna takes theater to the next level in his new role with Virginia Stage Company.
By Montague Gammon III
The Big Backyard
For years, the corner of Princess Anne and Indian River Roads in Pungo—with the single, blinking traffic light—has served as an archetype of the American crossroads. At this intersection, it has always been easy to envision valuable trading routes being established, bluesman souls being sold nightly at wholesale prices, fortunate meetings of friends or horrible accidents—centuries of endless opportunities and misfortunes. Sitting on the edge of a bustling civilization but seemingly in another time and place, this particular crossroads marks the entrance to another world, another Virginia Beach.
By Don Harrison
Bringing Home the Big Screen
You’ve spent years visiting the local Cineplex—fighting for a parking spot, splurging on popcorn, stepping in mysterious floor ick—and now your inner film aficionado is ready to bring the silver screen to the comfort of home. But with ever-evolving high definition and pricey gadgets and gizmos, it’s tough to decide whom to call and what to buy to turn your spare room into a high-tech dedicated home theater.
By Jill Canada
Maddry
Secret Society
When writing for the Chicago Tribune in July 2004, James Janega exposed the Order of the Occult Hand. He wrote: “For more than two generations in newsrooms around the world, a meaningless, funny and telltale turn of phrase has spread like a cough in a classroom.“
By Larry Maddry
Upfront
Positive Changes Begin at the Polls
By Michael Jon Khandelwal
Reporter
Port Warwick Provides a New Kind of Community for Newport News
By Karen Haywood Queen
Countdown to Jamestown
Jamestown 2007 Won’t Mark the First Time the Region has Celebrated Settlement in Style
By Barbara Spigel
Town & Country
Q&A
The Dinnertime Diva
Regina Mobley sits in her sunny office at WVEC-TV13 surrounded by lush plants, colorful walls she had painted peach, golf memorabilia and old drawings by her daughters, Renee and Carmen.
By Michael Jon Khandelwal
Local Ink
Virginiana: A Visitors’ Guide to Virginia History & Other Stuff by Virginia Beach residents Carolyn and Charles Bruce
Sound Decisions
From the Ground Up by Antigone Rising
By The Numbers
Stats and Facts About Virginia’s Governors
Made In Va.
Suffolk Group Hopes to Honor Mr. Peanut on a License Plate
Datebook
Summer may be over, but who cares? A packed calendar of autumn events will definitely color your season. PLUS: The Chrysler Museum serves some oysters to set the mood.
Life
Homes
Restoration of the Moses Myers House Reveals its Many Layers
Health
A Case for Cleansing, Cayce Style
Travel
The Blue Ridge Parkway has Spent 70 Years Charming Autumn Visitors with Twists, Turns and Untouched Beauty
Style
Just Like Good Music, Denim Will Always be Classic
Dish
Top of the Chain
Get out your pens and paper—there is going to be a test. You have two steaks. One was grilled at a Chicago restaurant, and a second was grilled in Hampton Roads at another locale. Do they taste exactly the same?
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
Coming Right Up
Town Pointe Virginia Wine Festival Celebrates the Fruit of the Vine
Corks, Kegs and Cocktails
Williamsburg Winery Produces Notable Vintages Thanks to a Revolutionary Winemaker
Last Words
The Timeshare Bandits
If You’re Upfront About Your Motives, There’s Nothing Criminal About Stealing a Deal.
By Joanna Enderlin
