Sep 21, 2009
Report: Floodwall Lacks Adequate Protection Against Southsiders
September 21, 2009 | 8 Comments
A new study released today by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has cited “serious design flaws” with the floodwall surrounding downtown Richmond, saying that while it is adequate enough to hold back rising river waters, it does nothing to keep hordes of Southside residents from entering the city. The James River – originally constructed as a [...]
Sep 15, 2009
Local Armored Truck Driver Wants To Know Who Wants Some
September 15, 2009 | 2 Comments
Richmond-area armored truck driver and owner of McHale Security Inc. Carl McHale asked today if anyone wanted some, noting he is fully prepared to throw down should anyone try and start something. “You see this thing? Basically a fortress built on a Ford-550′s chassis. Loaded with guns and grenades and stuff. Who wants some? Do [...]
Sep 09, 2009
Tobacco Avenue Tips: Back To School, High School Edition
September 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Back to the high school grind this week? Whether you’re an incoming freshman or outgoing senior, be sure to follow these simple guidelines to make the most out of the academic year: Despite what you may have seen, the most popular guy in school does not possess the ability to call a Time Out and explain [...]
Jul 28, 2009
“It is important for you to always stay humble.” -God “Yes, but sometimes, Dad, you have to brag.” -Jesus Christ We’d like to take a moment to thank Richmonders for voting Tobacco Avenue as the city’s Best Blog in this month’s Richmond Magazine, on newsstands now. We’re truly really appreciative, to the point that some parts [...]
Guy Who Lives Above 3 Monkeys Tired Of Asking Everyone To Keep It Down
Nick Cavalieri, who has lived in the apartment directly above 3 Monkeys Bar and Grill since November, is getting "more than fed up" with having to continuously tell his neighbors to be quiet, the 30-year-old said today.
"Monday through Sunday, I hear those guys partying pretty much every night," Cavalieri said. The University ...
