Scott Wise

Digital Journalist and Host at WTVR-TV (Richmond, VA)

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Articles

Why does Richmond have so many murals? The story behind the Richmond Mural Project.

1 week ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Scott Wise

Share RICHMOND, Va. — Walking around Richmond in 2025, it's hard to miss the many creatively colorful and interesting murals that decorate buildings and alleys across the city. But it wasn't always like that. In the 2010s, the Richmond Mural Project helped solidify Richmond as a place for both local and international artists to shine.
Why does Richmond have so many murals? The story behind the Richmond Mural Project.

1 week ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — Walking around Richmond in 2025, it's hard to miss the many creatively colorful and interesting murals that decorate buildings and alleys across the city. But it wasn't always like that. In the 2010s, the Richmond Mural Project helped solidify Richmond as a place for both local and international artists to shine.
The Charlottesville 29 is a go-to list of ideal restaurants

3 weeks ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — Join hosts Robey Martin and Scott Wise as they embark on a delicious journey through Charlottesville, Virginia. In this episode of Eat It, Virginia, they’re joined by food writer Simon Davidson, who unveils the coveted Charlottesville 29 — his list of the ideal 29 Charlottesville restaurants.
Giavos family introduces Lafayette Tavern to its Richmond restaurant empire

1 month ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Scott Wise

Share RICHMOND, Va. — The family behind Stella's, Little Nickel and The Continental has announced the newest addition to its Richmond restaurant empire and the Giavos family did not have to go far to find it. Lafayette Tavern will open on Lafayette Street, across from Stella's in Richmond's West End, later this year.
Giavos family introduces Lafayette Tavern to its Richmond restaurant empire

1 month ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — The family behind Stella's, Little Nickel and The Continental has announced the newest addition to its Richmond restaurant empire and the Giavos family did not have to go far to find it. Lafayette Tavern will open on Lafayette Street, across from Stella's in Richmond's West End, later this year.
The Fishin' Pig opens Richmond-area spot. Nash Osborn shares origin story on 'Eat It, Virginia!'

1 month ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Scott Wise

Share Nash Osborn joins to talk about The Fishin' Pig's origins, its growth to six locations, and its philanthropic efforts, including supporting Virginia universities and community events. They also discuss the upcoming opening of The Fox and Lamb in Farmville, offering a members-only speakeasy and event space. Scott shares his experiences at Susie's , Brave Captain , and Pink Room . Robey's offers insight into Stanley's cheesesteaks in Richmond and Frank and Patty's in Virginia Beach.
The Fishin' Pig opens Richmond-area spot. Nash Osborn shares origin story on 'Eat It, Virginia!'

1 month ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — Robey Martin and Scott Wise discuss the latest restaurant news in Virginia, including the expansion of The Fishin' Pig to Innsbrook. Nash Osborn joins to talk about The Fishin' Pig's origins, its growth to six locations, and its philanthropic efforts, including supporting Virginia universities and community events. They also discuss the upcoming opening of The Fox and Lamb in Farmville, offering a members-only speakeasy and event space.
Go wine tasting with TheBlackSommRVA on Eat It, Virginia

2 months ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — Justin Ferguson spends his workdays making Virginia real estate deals. But when work is done and it's time to play, Ferguson becomes TheBlackSommRVA, a role that allows him to share the wine knowledge he's learned while becoming a WSET Level 3 certified sommelier. "The more I jumped into this business [commercial real estate], I started being around wine more, and I wanted to be a better agent and understand what my clients want. So I'm like, let me learn about it.
Dave Matthews Band returns to Richmond

2 months ago | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia-based Dave Matthews Band announced Tuesday its return to Richmond at the new Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront on July 15 and July 16, 2025. After getting their start in clubs and parties in Charlottesville, the band once held weekly concerts at The Flood Zone in Richmond in the early 1990s. This summer's concerts will be the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band's first shows in Richmond in 30 years.
5 things you should do and 1 thing you should NEVER do if your pipes freeze

Jan 20, 2025 | wtvr.com | Scott Wise

RICHMOND, Va. -- The age-old advice your mother once gave you about dripping your faucets during sub-freezing temperatures is correct. Leaving a faucet open during freezing weather can help prevent your pipes from freezing and bursting, which can lead to expensive home damage. But do you know how many faucets to keep running at one time? And do you know which faucets are most effective when it comes to preventing frozen pipes? "One sink is good.