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Virginia Beach School Board to Discuss Youngkin’s Transgender Student Policies
The board may become the first to decide whether or not to adopt the Youngkin administration’s new model education policies that critics say trample on transgender students’ rights.
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These 4 Virginia Historic Sites Shaped the Nation. Now, They’re Receiving Federal Funding for Research and Repairs.
Over $1 million will go toward preserving state-owned historic sites including the Belle Isle Manor House, the Timberneck House at Machicomoco State Park, the submerged Siege of Yorktown Battlefield, and Fort George. Four historical sites in the commonwealth got a big boost this month. Over $1 million will go toward preserving the state-owned locations, thanks…
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Unlock Your Social Circle: The Ultimate Virginia Guide to Free & Cheap Places to Make Friends in 2023
Meeting new people as an adult can be daunting—especially when you’re hoping for a friendship connection. So we’ve put together a list of dozens of specific, easy, and affordable places in Virginia where you can go to scope out a potential pal.
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The History Behind All 63 National Parks In The US
anthony heflin // Shutterstock People entered U.S. national parks nearly 312 million times in 2022, up by 15 million visits from the year before, according to the National Park Service. Eight of these federally-owned and protected parks garnered 26% of visits, and another 25% of visits came from the 331 least-visited parks. President Woodrow Wilson…
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Military veteran who stormed Capitol with loaded pistol is sentenced to 7 years in prison
A military veteran who stormed the U.S. Capitol with a loaded pistol, metal-plated body armor and a gas mask was sentenced on Wednesday to seven years in prison, one of the longest among hundreds of Jan. 6 riot cases.
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Youngkin Administration Targets Transgender Students With New Education Policies
This week, Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s Department of Education released a new model policy regarding how transgender students should be treated in K-12 schools.
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Two Richmond Elementary Schools Add 20 Days to School Year to Tackle Post-Pandemic Learning Challenges
Two Richmond elementary schools will start classes on Monday, July 24, as part of a pilot program to add 20 days to the school year.
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The Ultimate Tipping Cheat Sheet for 2023: Know the Right Amount to Tip and Why It Matters
Tipping has long been a customary practice for exceptional service. Our ultimate tipping cheat sheet will help you find the right tip every time.
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No More Surprise Hospital Bills: New Transparency Law Empowers Virginians
A new Virginia law seeks to arm residents of the commonwealth with the information they need to better plan for hospital care and expenses.
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Discover the Freshest Blueberries in Northern Virginia at These 4 Pick-Your-Own Farms
It’s blueberry season in Virginia, and NOVA’s the place to go for a great pick-your-own experience.
























