Ray Linville ♞

Chess writer/editor. Barbecue judge. Cultural explorer and observer with fondness for all things Southern 🍉💙

[Charlotte Chess Center @CLTchesscenter]

Are you 18+ and want to volunteer with the Naroditsky Memorial Rapid and Blitz tournament? We are looking for general volunteers as well as media volunteers!

Want to learn more? Want to apply?

General Volunteers: https://t.co/wVdWZsO3Qu
Media Volunteers: https://t.co/Rf8yOtyoIH

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

Join the #chesscommunity in celebrating the birthday of American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, born on May 24, 1941. Do you know about his passion for #chess? @chesscom @FIDE_chess #ajedrez #echecs #xadrez @USChess #studychess @bobdylan @bobdylancenter
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[Harrison Ford @HarrisonFordLA]

May the fourth be with you

[US Chess @USChess]

US Chess is seeking volunteers to assist at the 2026 National Elementary School Championships 4/30-5/3 in Baltimore. If you’re a local chess enthusiast, seeking national event experience, or an attendee with a few hours, we could use your help!

Info: https://t.co/N52q2gCztL

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

@HansMokeNiemann Chess in the Schools

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

Do you enjoy chess history? On this date in 1894, what important event happened? The protagonists were Emanuel Lasker and William Steinitz. #chesscommunity @chesscom @FIDE_chess #ajedrez #echecs #xadrez @USChess #Studychess #chessquote
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[Javokhir Sindarov @GMJSindarov]

I won candidates !

[Dairy Queen @DairyQueen]

You can consider this your sign to get a Free Vanilla Cone today. 3.19 🍦

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

2026 Spring Scholastics https://t.co/EROH1TqM2f

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

@shelbymswanson @AJTarHeel247 Beautiful article

[Hikaru Nakamura @GMHikaru]

I guess this @FIDE_chess post means I'm officially a Candidate. 🥳💪

[Linvilla Orchards @ILoveThatPlace]

How much would you take home for 50% off? 🥕 We’re celebrating the new year with half off all fresh and local veggies at the Farm Market! No gimmicks. No fine print. Tap for details: https://t.co/8E90leqhU5

[Carolina Alumni @carolina_alumni]

From the Carolina Alumni Review: Political scientist Steven Levitsky will deliver this year’s Thomas Willis Lambeth ’57 Distinguished Lecture in Public Policy, which will explore “America’s Road to Authoritarianism.”

READ MORE: https://t.co/05Qp4M4PEv

[Chess.com @chesscom]

Starting this year, the winner of the annual Speed Chess Championship will be awarded the Naroditsky Cup.

The cup will have the winners of previous years engraved on it and become the permanent trophy of the SCC.

[Chess.com @chesscom]

In memory of Daniel Naroditsky ❤️

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

Commemorate the #chess game played on this date (Oct. 23) in 1918 when Frank Marshall unveiled an opening, now known as Marshall Attack, against Jose Raul Capablanca in New York City. #chesscommunity @chesscom @USChess @FIDE_chess #ajedrez #Studychess https://t.co/DRtKZV9mKO

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

Celebrate Game of the Century played 69 years ago: Oct. 17, 1956. In New York City, 13-year-old Bobby Fischer with black pieces defeated IM Donald Byrne. In just two years after the game, Fischer became the world's youngest grandmaster at that time. @FIDE_chess @USChess

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

On this date 39 years ago, perhaps the most famous #chess game featuring an #octopus #knight was played. In the 16th game of the 1985 world championship match against GM Karpov, GM Kasparov creates it with 16… Nd3. #chesscommunity @chesscom @FIDE_chess https://t.co/irodkf2oJW

[Peter Doggers @peterdoggers]

I felt it was time for a new experiment. Introducing CHESSVIBES WEEKLY, a new podcast that covers the latest chess news. Hope you like it! (And hopefully soon on Apple and Spotify as well.) A retweet would be appreciated... Spread the word!

https://t.co/7mTsMu7C6y

[Ray Linville ♞ @LinvilleRay]

Several notable #chess players and personalities died in 2024. Who will you miss? #chesscommunity @chesscom @FIDE_chess #ajedrez @USChess #Studychess https://t.co/2ALzvTOQdt