Northern Virginia
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6 creepy facts about Virginia that textbooks leave out
Most textbooks recap specific, traditional details. Here are six creepy facts about Virginia you might not know.
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8 House Hunters episodes set in Virginia to add to your watch list
HGTV’s “House Hunters” has been showing off Virginia properties for years, and these episodes are the best examples of what our state has to offer.
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Alexandria celebrates 276 years: Discover the best things to do in Old Town this summer
Old Town in Alexandria is steeped with historic landmarks—and full of shopping, dining, and endless opportunities for summer fun.
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4th of July: Where to watch Virginia’s most festive fireworks
From lakeside reflections to a national spectacle, here’s your ultimate guide to Virginia’s most dazzling Independence Day displays.
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with 4 must-try NoVA restaurants
Spice up your May 5 plans by visiting a local Mexican restaurant serving authentic flavors.
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Amid growing threats to repro rights in Virginia, a local clinic is still trying to expand access
Gov. Youngkin’s recent changes to the Virginia Right to Contraception Act and the Contraceptive Equity Act will leave Virginians with fewer contraception and other reproductive health care options.
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Masked officials detain Rosslyn man for deportation despite no charges
The Trump administration detained a man without charges outside his home in Rosslyn, Va. in what appears to be a chilling continuation of the president’s right-wing assault on free speech.
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Top 10 spring activities to do in Virginia
Spring is, well, springing! With the warmer weather among us, you may find yourself searching for activities to do outdoors. We’ve rounded up some of our top picks for things to do in Virginia, now that spring is here.
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Richmond nonprofit fills gap left by Virginia law that requires—but doesn’t fund—free period products in schools
While state law requires menstrual products in Virginia public schools, the absence of state funding forces nonprofits to shoulder the burden.
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6 unforgettable spring adventures to experience across Virginia
With the temperatures rising, Virginia’s outdoor adventure scene is springing into action.
