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    33 events in Virginia to take your kids to before summer ends

    Discover fun and educational end-of-summer events in Virginia that families won’t want to miss through Sept. 22.
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    Myths vs facts about West Nile virus in Virginia

    Have you ever wondered how the West Nile virus might impact you?
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    Norfolk Botanical Garden worker: Union push ‘brought us all together’

    A majority of the Norfolk Botanical Garden’s workers voted last month 43-23 to form a union with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, or IAM Union. 
  4. Abigail Spanberger

    The Spanberger strategy: Can this Virginia Democrat reset the politics of public education?

    As Abigail Spanberger campaigns for Virginia governor, her strategy on public education could offer a playbook for a party that has struggled to come up with a clear agenda to counter Republicans’ messaging.
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    Boar’s Head plans to reopen troubled deli meat plant, but reports of sanitation problems persist

    Recent inspections at Boar's Head sites in three states, including Virginia, documented sanitation problems similar to those that led to the listeria contamination that killed 10 people and sickened dozens.
  6. An aerial view of the Warren County Fair in Virginia

    12 Virginia fairs happening this August and September

    Explore dozens of Virginia fairs happening this August and September, featuring everything from agricultural showcases to carnival rides.
  7. a themed restaurant with flowers, colorful lights, and other Hawaiian decor

    These 7 restaurants in Virginia really committed to their themes

    Virginia is home to many restaurants with captivating themes. Check out these seven themed restaurants, which range from café-style bars to tropical havens.
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    Opinion: The OBBB is a direct attack on reproductive healthcare in Virginia

    In the aftermath of the One Big Beautiful Bill’s (OBBB) passage, Virginians must ask: What does this sweeping legislation truly mean for our communities?
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    Exploring the wonderful works of 5 Virginia authors

    Virginia authors have shaped American literature. Here are five writers and five essential books that showcase their powerful voices.
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    Professors, campus community rally against Trump attacks on GMU, UVA

    Professors worry about the chilling effect of the Trump administration’s investigations on academic freedom. 
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    Is Virginia’s #2 Republican trying to wreck your local school? We’ve got the receipts on Winsome Earle-Sears

    Here are 4 instances when the Republican running for governor of Virginia has proven she’d make public schools worse.
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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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  1. Dogwood

    Boar’s Head plans to reopen troubled deli meat plant, but reports of sanitation problems persist

    Recent inspections at Boar's Head sites in three states, including Virginia, documented sanitation problems similar to those that led to the listeria contamination that killed 10 people and sickened dozens.
  2. a white woman on her stomach on a blanket outside reading a book by virginia authors

    Exploring the wonderful works of 5 Virginia authors

    Virginia authors have shaped American literature. Here are five writers and five essential books that showcase their powerful voices.
  3. a simple room with a window

    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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    Cards for Lee: Community rallies around Danville City Councilman’s recovery

    A GoFundMe page and a greeting card effort sprung up over the weekend, showing support for Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler. 
  5. a black tv screen with a blue HGTV logo

    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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    11 famous people who are buried in Virginia

    The number of famous people buried in Virginia is higher than you might think. Here are 11 names you’re sure to recognize.
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    The Hillsville Massacre: How a stolen kiss led to 5 deaths & a century of unanswered questions

    The Hillsville Massacre of 1912 is one of Virginia’s strangest historical cases. Here’s everything you need to know about the Carroll County shooting.
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    From hobby to herd: Southside rancher grows sustainable beef business

    From offering neighborly help to running his own sustainable beef operation, Alvis White Jr. shares how he built White Wood Farm—and offers practical advice for aspiring farmers.

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