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The Local Eatery, not the new Palace
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The Local Eatery, not the new Palace

When I sat in the booth at the Local Eatery, my bottom hit the gray-painted wooden booth with an audible clunk — just as it would at The Palace. Grungy as they were, I loved those old booths and the pink-topped tables.  The Palace was an old-timey diner, known for staying open until 2 a.m....

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‘Merchant of Venice’ open now

Like any good Shakespearean comedy, “The Merchant of Venice” ends with a wedding. However, this comedy might not be what you expect. Loneliness, vengeance, and prejudice pervade this play just as much as romance and hilarious one-liners.  The Tower Players will perform “The Merchant of Venice” in Markel Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. from Wednesday through...