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25
Nov 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Richmond

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Next up for our Blogiology class is Richmond, VA.

Previous classes have covered Dallas, Phoenix, Durham, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

So, what’s been going on in Richmond this week?  A slew of DUI cases, a crime wave, degree granting and revoking, open forum for redevelopment project, and the upcoming holiday “Grand Illumination.” Want more local Richmond knowledge? Read on.

Bloggiest Richmond Neighborhoods:

Top Richmond Blogs:

  1. North Richmond News/ River District News/ Church Hill People’s News/ Carver and Jackson Ward News/ Hills and Heights: its a 5-way tie! This network of neighborhood sites, which grew from a template originally designed by local blogger John Murden, provide a platform for community news with truly local, frequently updated stories.
  2. Fan District Hub – more like an online ‘zine, this blog offers long-form articles and provides a detailed calendar of upcoming Richmond events under the uber appropriate moniker of “Hyperlocal.”
  3. Buttermilk & Molasses - an active member of Richmond’s political and blogger scene, John Sarvay has most recently been vocal about Richmond’s Downtown Master Plan on this popular blog.
  4. River City Rapids – the posts are few and far between, but this blog deserves major kudos for being one of the few covering the arts scene in Richmond.
  5. The Richmond Democrat – a roundup of Richmond’s Democratic politicians and politics.

Up and Coming Blogs in Richmond (in no particular order)

  • 10S Boulevard – This zany blog covers the beat of its moniker, 10 South Boulevard. Returning readers get a glimpse into the world of Mr. Jangles, the neighborhood cat, as well as local car accidents, funky smells, and visiting colonies of deer.
  • 86 Richmond – this foodie digests local dining spots so that you can have the best of what they’re serving.
  • RVA Jazz – a love of jazz music permeates this site. Pics from recent shows, upcoming releases, a custom playlist, and live show calendar all can be found here.
  • Near West End News –  A new(ish) blog that covers the issues affecting the more suburban West End area of Richmond.
  • In Vino Veritas – a couple shares their love (and vitriol) of local cafes, restaurants, and lounges.

Most Talked About Stories:

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Have your own Richmond Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

18
Nov 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Dallas

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Next up for our Blogiology class is Dallas, TX.

Previous classes have covered Phoenix, Durham, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

So, what’s been going on in Dallas this week?  Bloggers are rapping about the exploits of Mark Cuban, city leaders turn down voters’ call for Cesar Chavez Boulevard, school districts and local food pantry face money woes, and a new(ish) film festival comes to town. Want more local Dallas knowledge? Read on.

Bloggiest Dallas Neighborhoods:

Top Dallas Blogs:

  1. Back Talk – this recently redesigned blog spills the beans on local politics, news and happenings
  2. Dallas Blog – an independent online newspaper focused on Dallas politics and local issues.
  3. Larry James’ Urban Daily – lots of engaged readers tune in daily to read and comment on stories penned by Central Dallas Ministries CEO about issues affecting the urban poor.
  4. We Shot JR – one of the city’s best music blogs, with daily updates on dance parties, gallery openings, and album/concert reviews, along with videos, pics, and audio samples.
  5. Dallas South – This blog focuses on national and local Dallas politics, from a progressive African American perspective.

Up and Coming Blogs in Dallas (in no particular order)

  • Trey Garrison – a side project of D Magazine’s contributing writer, Mr. Garrison supplies readers with his daily take on local headlines.
  • The Raiser’s Razor – resources and ideas for those seeking help with fundraising and grant writing.
  • Kera Art + Seek – a community haven for discussions about avant-garde cinema, dance, and gallery events around Dallas and North Texas.
  • Dallas.org – Dallas’s unofficial homepage and the brain child of Dallas maverick Allen Gwinn, his site exposes corruption within local government and brings contentious issues to light.
  • Life Outside the Bubble – a mostly video blog covering the Dallas/Ft. Worth music scene from blogging veteran Cindy Chaffin.

Most Talked About Stories:

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Have your own Dallas Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

12
Nov 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Phoenix

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Next up for our Blogiology class is Phoenix, AZ.  Attendance in this class has been going through the roof, so you’ve certainly been reading each week as we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S. In previous posts we’ve covered Durham, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

So, what’s been going on in Phoenix this week?  Bloggers there are talking about a young murderer standing trial, bank robber goes on a spree, new eyes in the sky watch for speeders, Ritz Carlton may wrangle its way into the neighborhood, and death at the hands of a drunk driver. Want more local Phoenix knowledge? Read on.

Bloggiest Phoenix Neighborhoods:

Top Phoenix Blogs:

  1. Downtown Phoenix Journal – downtown Phoenix news, events, and real estate news.
  2. Phx 411 – your source for city news, sports, attractions and dining.
  3. Blog for Arizona – outspoken political blog covering the democratic perspective on city and state issues.
  4. Bright Side of the Sun – the most blinged out blog dedicated to the Phoenix Suns basketball team. Up- to-the-minute tweets, a map of all upcoming games, and a user comment section make this a #1 destination for Suns fans.

Up and Coming Blogs in Phoenix (in no particular order)

  • PHX Rail Food – in anticipation of the soon-to-be opened Phoenix light rail system, this blogger has been assembling restaurant reviews of places along its route.
  • East Valley Living – this blog lives up to the true definition of citizen journalism by providing attention to really local news in the East Valley region of Phoenix that mainstream media often ignores.
  • The Soop – a gorgeous site dedicated to trendy fashion, music, and art in Phoenix.
  • Arizona Coffee – look no further for the best brew in town. 
  • Bookmans – this site serves as home to the ever popular Bookmans store, which hosts community meetings, classes, music events and of course also sells lots and lots of books!

Most Talked About Stories:

Submit your blog to be included in Outside.in’s Phoenix listings.

Have your own Phoenix Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

4
Nov 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Durham

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This week we turn our Blogiology focus on Durham, NC.  As you’ve certainly been reading, each week we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S.  In previous posts we’ve covered Detroit, Ann Arbor, Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

Local headlines for the week in Durham include opposing viewpoints on illuminated works of art and food taxation, the re-emergence of a disappearing 12-year old, costly celebrations, and supreme guests. Want more Durham knowledge? Read on.

Bloggiest Durham Neighborhoods:

Top Durham Blogs:

  1. Bull City Rising - news, politics, events, and downtown development in Durham. Author Kevin Davis also hosts the popular “Shooting the Bull” podcast.
  2. Dependable Erection – Bary Ragin is Kevin’s co-host on ”Shooting the Bull” and author of this popular blog focusing on local politics and events.
  3. Endangered Durham – sustainable development and architecture news, complete with current and historic documents, photos, and videos.
  4. That’s No Bull – recently started, this blog makes an eclectic addition to the Durham scene. Find out about the upcoming rodeo, learn to make fried chicken, or note an upcoming art festival. Its all here.
  5. Eclectic Glob of Tangential Verbosity - food previews and reviews, with delicious photos aplenty,  from one of the most longstanding bloggers in the vicinity.

Up and Coming Blogs in Durham (in no particular order)

  • We Love Durham – a great site for both parents and children to explore different Durham neighborhood parks, festivals, and happenings.
  • No Warning Shots Fired – ‘Truth Minista’ Paul Scott delivers sharp posts about controversial issues regarding race, politics, and music occurring within Durham.
  • Nicomachus – penned by the Herald Sun’s ‘Outspoken Cyclist’ columnist, this site (unsurprisingly) focuses on biking culture in Durham.
  • Ginny From the Blog – local journalist Ginny Skalski shares her love of the Triangle area of Durham and posts frequent updates of interesting finds from around the area.
  • Eat at Joe’s – not your typical food blog, come explore with Joe as he very earnestly tries to cook up a storm and tastes his way to finding the best comfort foods around Durham.

Most Talked About Stories:

Have your own Durham Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

28
Oct 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Detroit

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This is our series where we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S. In previous posts we’ve covered Ann Arbor, Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

This week we take a look under the hood of Detroit, or simply ’3-1-3′ to our man Ludacris. The headline highlights for this week include: ex-mayor Kwame Kilpatrick heads off to jail, Clint Eastwood’s trailer from Detroit shoot now selling online, and Kid Rock sets up a scholarship fund. Want more Detroit knowledge? Read on.

Bloggiest Detroit Neighborhoods:

Top Detroit Blogs:

  1. MOTOR CITY BLOG - music, arts, and other events around the Detroit area
  2. Motor City Rocks - extensive information on the Detroit live music scene including daily editorial content, podcasts, show listings, as well as venue, band, and neighborhood profiles
  3. Metblogs Detroit – making its name as a national weekly paper alternative, Metblogs features only the most local info. The Detroit site focuses on the arts, politics, and food.
  4. Handmade Detroit – the place for Detroit’s craftiest to connect and share
  5. Hamtramck Star – city council notes and thoughts on community in the historic district of Hamtramck

Up and Coming Blogs in Detroit (in no particular order)

  • D-Tales- a Detroit gossip blog
  • Detroit Army – news & reviews on downtown Detroit with a particular focus on development issues
  • Detroitblog – photo journalism at its best, this mysterious writer shares stories and accompanying images taken within the Detroit area

Most Talked About Stories:

Have your own Detroit Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

21
Oct 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Ann Arbor

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This is our series where we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S. In previous posts we’ve covered Portland, Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

This week we hone in on Ann Arbor, otherwise known as “The Deuce,” as we’ve recently learned. The headlines this week: getting all sorts of dirty at the Mudbowl, toting guns to the park to prove a point, conflicted Profs and Facebook, and tough choices about stem cell research looming near. 

Bloggiest Ann Arbor Neighborhoods:

  1. Central Area
  2. Bach
  3. Wines
  4. Burns Park
  5. Southeast Area

Top Ann Arbor Blogs:

  1. The Ann Arbor Chronicle - An internet-only daily news site that views everything through an ultra local lens and reflects and embraces the energy, oddities, and character of the Ann Arbor community.
  2. Mark Maynard - A political blog from a writer bearing the same name, uncovering social injustices and inequality both locally and nationally.
  3. Vacuum - A love of the neighborhood library and awareness of local school news, political happenings, tech updates and the occasional recipe make this eclectic blog a must read. 
  4. Get Downtown - Hints, tips, opinions and current trends relating to commuting to downtown Ann Arbor and beyond.
  5. Arbor Update – coverage of local politics, community events, meetings, and voting.

Up and Coming Blogs in Ann Arbor (in no particular order)

  • Burns Park Elementary PTO – A site run by the parents of children attending Burns Park Elementary School who strive to provide support for both students & teachers, publicize school events, and raise funds to support school activities. 
  • Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice - Information about events and news on local movements to increase awareness for human rights, disarmament, hunger, global warming and other heady issues. 
  • Ann Arbor Real Estate by Martin Bouma - A no nonsense place to find info on local events, read in-depth neighborhood profiles, catch real estate trends, and of course, review property listings. 
  • Aadl.org – The Ann Arbor Downtown Library’s history blog, with oodles of factoids, pics, and event annoucements tracing the heritage of the city. 

Most Talked About Stories:

Have your own Ann Arbor Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town? Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

13
Oct 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Portland

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This is our series where we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S. In previous posts we’ve covered Philadelphia, Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

This week we investigate Portland, the “motherland” of micro-brews,  progressive citizens, and home to a thriving music and arts scene.

Bloggiest Portland Neighborhoods:

  1. Pearl District
  2. Downtown
  3. Old Town
  4. Buckman
  5. Chinatown

Top Portland Blogs:

  1. The Vanguard Blogzone - the blog of a college run newspaper, providing full coverage of local sports and other happenings.
  2. Neighborhood Notes – a community site covering stories on neighborhood events and news.
  3. Bike Portland – a site dedicated to everything velo.
  4. Our PDX Network – a group blog, with discussions around local eats, neighborhoods happenings, and local politics.
  5. PDX Pipeline – the place to hear about upcoming parties, music & comedy events, and catch local news.

Up and Coming Blogs in Portland (in no particular order)

  • Burnside Blog- discussions on the city’s development, architecture and urban design.
  • Ultra - stylishly covering fashion, design and culture.
  • The Water Blog – a fascinating look at water usage and conservation in the Portland area and beyond.
  • Portland Architecture- up and coming architects, analysis of new construction, and coverage on the latest architecture exhibits.
  • Portland Food and Drink – unabashedly honest reviews of local restaurants.

Most Talked About Stories:

Have your own Portland Top 5 or want the Professor of Blogiology to come to your town?  Raise your hand and we’ll call on you, or you can leave a note in the comments section.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

7
Oct 08

Dept of Blogiology 101: Philadelphia

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This is our fifth in a series of posts where we explore top neighborhoods, blogs, and bloggers in cities around the U.S.  In previous posts we’ve covered Buffalo, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Boston.

This week we investigate Philadelphia, most famous for the Liberty Bell, Fresh Prince and home to our friend, MC Blame the Kid. And for a bit of geeky history: did you know that Philadelphia is where the first ever online transaction took place? Mr. Phil Brandenberger, who lived in Philadelphia, bought a “compact disc” (remember those?) from the Net Market Company, based in Nashua, New Hampshire (via PhillyWired).

Bloggiest Philadelphia Neighborhoods:

  1. South Philadephia
  2. Center City
  3. Callowhill
  4. University City
  5. West Philadelphia

Top Philadelphia Blogs:

  1. Philebrity -  a media, nightlife, and gossip blog for discerning livers of life in the Philadelphia area.
  2. Phillyist –  the Philadelphia installment of Gothamist.
  3. The700Level – two rowdy fans’ sports site in Philly, covering the Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, Flyers, and local college teams.
  4. uwishunu – an insider’s take on Philly music, eating & drinking, shopping, and general local happenings.
  5. Foobooz - Local dining, drinking, and gossip news.

Up and Coming Blogs in Philadephia (in no particular order)

  • Phillies Nation – a site for fanatical Phillies fans to rant and rave about their favorite team.
  • roberta fallon and libby rosof’s artblog – a unique blog focusing on art openings, events, and artists in the Philly area.
  • Young Philly Politics –  a fresh take on local and national politics.
  • Farm to Philly – the place to find info about growing, buying and eating locally grown food.
  • It’s Our City Blog – part of media a loop including TV and radio, this site fosters civic engagement through sharing of local information, with a focus on politics.

Most Talked About Stories:

Have your own Philly Top 5? Tell us about it. Leave a note in the comments section.
Bonus points to anyone who can name in which neighborhood Will Smith, err, his Freshness grew up.

Methodology: Our rankings track local buzz by analyzing a mix of variables including: total number of posts, location of posts, links from other sites in the community, and feedback from Outside.in members. Bloggiest Neighborhoods/Top Blogs, past 30 days; Most Talked About Stories, past 7 days.

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