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10 small Virginia towns that become real-life winter wonderlands
Discover festive charm in 10 Virginia towns this holiday season, featuring magical light displays, artisan markets, and historic celebrations.
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Virginia gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season
Eschew big-name retailers this holiday season and gift your loved ones something made right here in Virginia.
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Pharrell Williams is in hot water with the City of Virginia Beach
Following Williams’ unexpected cancelation of the Something in the Water festival this year, the City of Virginia Beach is taking new precautions to protect itself from another “blindside.”
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Virginia’s 5 most beautiful scenic byways
Discover five must-visit scenic byways in Virginia that showcase the best of what the commonwealth has to offer.
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USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright
The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here’s what to know.
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The troubled history of Pharrell’s Something in the Water Festival
Pharrell Williams’ Something in the Water festival quickly became a Virginia Beach staple in 2019. But the music festival hasn’t had the smoothest history—including when the event unexpectedly canceled this year, the day tickets were supposed to go on sale.
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How to talk to a conspiracy theorist, in 6 steps
Here’s how you (yes, you!) can help stop your friends and family from going down extremist rabbit holes.
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Virginia AG Miyares will run for re-election, not governor in 2025
The move sets up an easier path for Winsome Earle-Sears to become the Republican nominee for governor next year.
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Democrats, Republicans nominate candidates in Northern Virginia special election
The outcome of the high-stakes race in Loudoun County will determine control of the narrowly divided Virginia Senate.
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Get nostalgic at Virginia’s 7 old-fashioned soda fountains
Discover Virginia’s top seven soda fountains and ice cream shops, offering nostalgic treats and classic favorites.
