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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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Richmond’s hidden energy crisis: Why thousands are paying more to stay warm (and what can be done about it)
Richmond families are paying too much to heat and cool aging homes. A new report says there’s a fix—if residents start asking for it.
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Virginia shoppers pulling back on holiday spending
A new poll finds that Virginians are spending less this holiday season as they weigh economic concerns and elevated prices.
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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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Virginia union leader explains the boycott of Amazon, Home Depot, and Target
A national coalition that includes labor and civil rights groups is calling for a holiday boycott of some of America’s biggest retailers.
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Va. Dems eye affordable housing policy ahead of General Assembly session
Virginia lawmakers hope the election of Abigail Spanberger to the Governor’s Mansion will breathe new life in the fight to address the state’s housing crisis.
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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.
