Aila Boyd is a Virginia-based educator and journalist. She received her MFA in writing from Lindenwood University.
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The Virginia Gold Cup: Get ready for the 2026 steeplechase season
Experience steeplechase season the way countless Virginians have throughout the past 100+ years by attending the Virginia Gold Cup this May.
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Wandering Waters Paddle Quest: Earn prizes for getting out on the water of VA’s state parks
Explore Virginia’s unique bodies of water by participating in the Wandering Waters Paddle Quest at one of 31 Virginia State Parks.
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10 things you never knew were invented in Virginia
From the Virginia Reaper to ChapStick, here are 10 surprising and groundbreaking things that were invented in Virginia.
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The history of Hanover Tavern, home of America’s first dinner theater
Explore the fascinating history and vibrant present of Hanover Tavern, where the country’s first dinner theater emerged.
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Learn all about Virginia’s Civil War-era female spies
Meet the female spies who shaped Virginia’s Civil War legacy, from covert Confederate operatives to Union intelligence gatherers.
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Need a pick-me-up? Try these 7 winter blues busters
Feeling the winter blues? From art classes and cozy coffee shops to ski slopes and retro arcades, these Virginia activities offer easy ways to boost your mood until spring’s arrival.
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How to cheer on Virginia’s 5 minor league baseball teams in 2026
From Fredericksburg to Salem, here’s how to cheer on Virginia’s five minor league baseball teams during the 2026 season.
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Why is Virginia called the Old Dominion?
Have you ever wondered, “Why is Virginia called the Old Dominion?” The nickname dates back to the state’s colonial loyalty and remains relevant today.
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The Chesapeake Bay Watermen: Inside the dying tradition (+ how to help keep it alive)
From blue crabs to oysters, Chesapeake Bay watermen have been fishing the waters off the coast of Virginia for generations.
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12 organizations for Virginia’s women entrepreneurs: Resources, funding opportunities, & more
Here are 12 Virginia organizations offering funding, mentorship, training, and resources that every woman entrepreneur should know about.
