In every community, there are individuals who shape the world around them, leaving lasting marks on the lives they touch. Here, we celebrate ten local changemakers who are transforming Central Virginia with their passion, creativity, and tireless work. Through their stories, we hope to inspire a renewed sense of possibility and a deeper appreciation for those who are making a meaningful difference every day.
Design Strategies for Elevated Living In the realm of home design, the boundary between indoors and outdoors has become increasingly fluid—erased not only by architectural innovation but by a shift in lifestyle that prizes connection to nature without compromising...
Recipes from Virginia Distilleries With a distilling tradition spanning over four centuries, Virginia is recognized as the birthplace of American spirits. In 1620, George Thorpe, a colonist at Berkeley Plantation along the James River, distilled the first batch of...
Like the classic fable of the City Mouse and the Country Mouse, Central Virginia’s craft beverage scene is a tale of two distinct experiences. One local beverage trail winds through Charlottesville’s city streets, the other rolls past vineyards and mountain views....
Written By Rob Seal | Photography Courtesy of Do Me A Flavor For its size, Charlottesville’s restaurant scene punches above its weight. Maybe it’s the university and its steady stream of new residents, or the city’s curious palate and variety of tastes. But ask...
Indoor Pickleball Comes to Town Starting this September, the pop of pickleballs will echo through the former Marshalls store at Seminole Square Shopping Center. The 33,000-square-foot space has been renovated and transformed into cvilleSMASH, Charlottesville’s first...
Interior designers Kori Messinger and Nicole Fagerli of Foxchase Design share how thoughtful lighting transforms a space—and how to get it right, room by room. As any seasoned designer will tell you, lighting is not just a finishing touch—it’s the foundation. The...
A BEGINNER’s Guide to foraging in Central Virginia In the woods and meadows of Central Virginia, a hidden harvest awaits. Foraging—the age-old practice of gathering wild uncultivated foods from nature—is seeing a renaissance across the region, where mountains, wooded...
There’s nothing like a pool to cut through the heat and humidity of summer in Central Virginia. Having a swimming pool right in your own backyard is better still, and better than it’s ever been. Modern technologies allow pool owners to manage a custom in-ground pool...
With longer days and a more relaxed pace, summer is the perfect time for spontaneous excursions and quick escapes. Whether you’re in the mood for a stroll through a revitalized riverfront, a mountain hike with panoramic views, or a seat at a world-class concert,...
From the butterflies of a proposal to the quiet ways we say “I love you” years later, relationships are built on moments both big and small. In this story, we follow the life cycle of love—the engagement, the wedding day, and getaways to keep the spark alive long...