The YourPick section of the Washington Post features Richmond this week, the Near West End in particular. Former U of R student, Stephanie Spear, talks up Palani Drive, Carytown and the Jefferson Hotel.

And maybe it can be advantageous to the Jefferson that she is perpetuating the untrue myth that the Jefferson’s grand staircase inspired the staircase from “Gone With the Wind.”

Speaking of the Jefferson, don’t forget, this Monday from 6-8, is the annual Tree Lighting at The Jefferson Hotel with hot cocoa, cookies and carols. Insiders say arrive early, because it fills and gets quite crowded.