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Virginia shipbuilder furloughs more than 400 workers
Newport News Shipbuilding says the unpaid furloughs shouldn’t last longer than five months, but uncertainty lingers.
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Why is this Lynchburg location Virginia’s top Airbnb listing?
A converted train caboose overlooking the James River in Lynchburg is Virginia’s most desirable Airbnb, according to the vacation rentals company. Dubbed James Station, the bright red train caboose, originally bought by the owners on Facebook Marketplace, is situated in a historic neighborhood within walking distance of downtown Lynchburg’s shops, restaurants, events, nature walking trails…
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Discover Culpeper: Virginia’s hidden gem small town
If you’re interested in taking a day trip to a small Virginia town, Culpeper is the place to go. Here’s why.
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11 superb summer camps in the Virginia mountains
Send your child to one of these 11 summer camps in the Virginia mountains for an unforgettable summer experience.
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2025 Pride Guide to Virginia’s biggest festivals & events
The 2025 Pride season is slated to sweep through Virginia in big ways, including intimate nights out, grandiose festivals, and passionate parades.
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Opinion: Abigail Spanberger will protect reproductive freedom—Sears wants to end it
In an exclusive op-ed for The Dogwood, Jamie Lockhart, the Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia, announces the organization is endorsing Democrat Abigail Spanberger for governor.
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Fun in the sun: 5 epic summer adventures in SWVA
Summer is starting up—and with the warmer weather among us, you may find yourself searching for activities to enjoy. We’ve rounded up our top picks for things to do in the southwest portion of our commonwealth, specifically for outdoor enthusiasts like you.
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Charlottesville non-licensed school staff vying for collective bargaining victory
The licensed staff of Charlottesville City Schools won their first contract through collective bargaining in March, and now the non-licensed staff that serve as the backbone of the city’s education system are ready to follow suit.
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Communities in Virginia Beach fight back as local school board votes to suspend DEIA programming
Frustrated community members from across Virginia Beach are speaking out following the Virginia Beach School Board’s recent vote to suspend diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in K-12 schools.
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Petersburg and the true story of Memorial Day’s origins
While more than two dozen cities and towns across the United States lay claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day, Petersburg holds a compelling and often overlooked place in the holiday’s origin story.
