‘We can’t let them fall’: Relief fund for marginalized artists overwhelmed by applications
Aerin Fortes, Contributing Writer A relief fund of more than $48,000 for local artists in need of financial assistance during the novel coronavirus outbreak has received three times the amount of applications it can cover, while Richmond arts and culture organizations look for new ways to help the community. The COVID-19 Arts & Culture Relief […]
Richmond event industry faces unemployment, uncertainty ahead of peak season
Sagal Ahmed, Contributing Writer Event workers in the Richmond area are preparing for a summer without concerts, gatherings and social events. Many have been left without work until at least June, when the industry is typically at its busiest. After an executive order from Gov. Ralph Northam banned gatherings of more than 10 people in […]
The CT wins 27 state, regional and national awards in design, writing, photography
Hannah Eason, Managing Editor Andrew Ringle, Executive Editor 2019 VPA News & Advertising Contest The Commonwealth Times was recognized for 16 writing, design, photography and illustration awards in the Virginia Press Association’s annual contest. Photography Division First Place General News Photo: Erin Edgerton First Place Sports Feature Photo: Erin Edgerton First Place Sports News Photo: […]