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What a hand-colored Hot Wheel—and rural Virginia roots—taught me about true Christmas giving
I used to think the perfect Christmas presents needed to be pricey—until a tiny Hot Wheel showed me that meaning has nothing to do with money.
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Bundle up for the 9 best cut-your-own tree farms in Virginia
Learn about the best tree farms in Virginia, where you and your family can bundle up and pick out your perfect Christmas tree.
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Hangover Hero: Rescued Raccoon Helps Hanover County Shelter Boost Donations
On Tuesday, a raccoon was discovered passed out in a liquor store in Ashland. Now that the animal is fully recovered, a local shelter is using the funny incident to raise some funds.
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The history behind having ham for the holidays in Virginia
No turkey? No problem! In Virginia, turkey isn’t the only meat on the holiday menu. Discover why so many Virginians serve ham.
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15 Virginia holiday light displays you won’t see anywhere else
From illuminated garden trails to coastal spectaculars, here are some of Virginia’s most unique and memorable holiday light displays.
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Hunger doesn’t take weekends off: How to help Virginians facing food insecurity
Many Virginia families depend on school meals to keep their kids fed during the week—but hunger doesn’t pause when classes end. Here’s how you can help support programs fighting food insecurity across the commonwealth.
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10 ways to give back in Virginia without spending a dime
From volunteering at a state park or library to mentoring youth, here are 10 meaningful ways to give back in Virginia without spending a dime.
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Yes, you can change your Thanksgiving tradition
Thanksgiving has always started in our kitchen long before the sun came up. But this year, we’re savoring the holiday in a slower, simpler way, rather than keeping with tradition.
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Spread holiday cheer to Virginia children with these 14 toy drives
Give back this holiday season by helping one of the many community toy drives happening in Virginia, ensuring a child in need doesn’t have to go without.
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It’s snow joke: Arlington’s ‘Name that Plow!’ competition returns
“Name that Plow!” is back, and Arlingston Residents have until November 30 to suggest fun names for the competition. Here are all the details.
