Aila Boyd

Aila Boyd

Aila Boyd is a Virginia-based educator and journalist. She received her MFA in writing from Lindenwood University.

Local Sugar & Grace Co. sells homemade soy candles. Courtesy of Downtown Norfolk Council.
Local 5 Virginia Shopping Districts to Visit for Your Holiday Shopping

If you need to get a jump on your holiday shopping, check out these five lively shopping districts across Virginia.

Aila Boyd Aila Boyd November 18, 2022 10:24 am EST
Entertainment, Lifestyle & Sports The Tidewater Veterans Day Parade will start at 9 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11. Courtesy of Hampton Roads Council of Veterans Organizations
Entertainment, Lifestyle & Sports The Best Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day in Virginia This Year

Find some of Virginia's major Veterans Day parades you can attend, as well as memorials you can visit. 

Aila Boyd Aila Boyd November 9, 2022 2:58 pm EST
Entertainment, Lifestyle & Sports Life-size statues of market hogs serve as a tribute to Smithfield’s status as the “Ham Capital of the World." Photo courtesy of Genuine Smithfield.
Entertainment, Lifestyle & Sports Small Town Virginia: Here Are 6 Stops to Add to Your Travel Itinerary

If you’re looking for a place to escape to for a day trip or weekend getaway, these Virginia small towns will help you slow down and enjoy the Old Dominion.  

Aila Boyd Aila Boyd November 1, 2022 9:36 am EDT

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