Aila Boyd is a Virginia-based educator and journalist. She received her MFA in writing from Lindenwood University.
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From Patsy Cline to cantaloupes: 15 quirky summer festivals in Virginia
Check out these 15 quirky festivals for a unique summer experience in Virginia.
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July 4 in Virginia: Your guide to the best fireworks
Enjoy a dazzling fireworks display by attending one of these 10 Fourth of July celebrations in Virginia.
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Midsummer magic: Unique ways to celebrate VA’s Summer Solstice this weekend
Bask in the greatness of summer by attending one of the summer solstice festivals happening in Virginia.
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Virginia’s 6 drive-in movie theaters make for dreamy summer nights
Watch a summer blockbuster at one of these six drive-in movie theaters in Virginia.
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Mapping out Virginia’s vibrant Pride festivals
Pride Month will be celebrated across Virginia at these eight vibrant pride festivals.
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Creepy legends about the Richmond cemetery where two presidents are buried
Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond is unlike any other cemetery in Virginia, given that it serves as the final resting place of two presidents, six Virginia governors, two Supreme Court justices, and a slew of other notables. Due to its wide variety of burials and sprawling size, it should come as no surprise that there’s no…
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Reality TV royalty: Virginia contestants and their success stories
Learn about some of the most notable reality TV contestants who reside in the commonwealth, and how they did in their respective seasons.
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Chasing tulips in Virginia: When & where to see spring’s colorful spectacle
Bask in the vibrant blooms of spring by visiting these top destinations for tulips in Virginia.
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Grow local: How to embrace Virginia’s native plants
Find out what Virginia’s native plants are, plus the places you can go to see them in bloom or buy them for your garden.
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From resorts to museums, here are the best senior discounts in Virginia Beach
Because the area is so popular among the 55+ crowd, there are plenty of senior discounts in Virginia Beach. Here are some of the best.
