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As Virginia housing costs soar, Biden wants to turn empty offices into housing
In Sept. 2020, the median home sale price in Virginia was $354,400. As of Sept. 2023, that figure had risen to $412,800, a 16% increase, according to Redfin. Renters are also paying more in Virginia. At the end of 2020, the average cost of rent in the commonwealth was $1,660. As of Nov. 2023, that…
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Turkey Timeline: When and Where to Order Your Local Thanksgiving Bird From These Virginia Farms
Looking for a local bird this Thanksgiving? Here’s your guide to buying one in VA.
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Low pay, crumbling schools—here’s how Virginians are helping their school systems
Virginia’s teachers consistently earn less than the national average—but there are ways Virginians can help bridge that gap.
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8 Ghost Walks to Explore VA’s Haunted Historic Sites and More
Put your boots on haunted ground in these 8 Virginia cemeteries, ghost towns, and historic sites.
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VIDEO: Virginia is the birthplace of American wine
Virginia is actually the birthplace of American wine, though most people don’t know it. Learn more about Virginia’s storied wine history.
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We Asked, You Answered: The 10 Best Places to Get Brunswick Stew in Virginia
Virginians know a thing or two about Brunswick stew – so we asked hundreds of them to share their favorites from every corner of the state. Here’s where they sent us.
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5 unsolved mysteries and true crime tales from Virginia that’ll send chills up your spine
Dark tales of cold cases and true crime from the commonwealth.
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Heads up, Virginia: This weekend is a sales tax holiday
Thanks in part to budget amendments championed by Democrats in the General Assembly, Virginians can shop for certain items sale tax-free this weekend (Oct. 20-22). Virginians are used to seeing this sales tax holiday in August of each year, but a forgetful legislature and six extra months of negotiations over the state budget resulted in…
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“Virginia is for Lovers”: 10 charming spots for a romantic getaway
No surprise that VA knows how to do the romantic getaway right. Here’s a list of ideas for your next quickie vacay. *wink*
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VIDEO: Virginia is home to the first Black-owned winery in the US
Virginia is home to the first Black-owned winery in the US. Woburn Winery opened in Virginia in 1940.
