Ava is an up-and-coming journalist who recently graduated from William & Mary with a degree in English. She’s written for news publications such as her school’s newspaper, The Flat Hat, and Hampton Roads’ WAVY-TV 10. As a lifelong Virginia resident, she looks forward to informing her community on the latest information and events.
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Latest from Ava Edwards
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‘I’ve got two daughters who are half Indian like she is’—Virginians react to Harris’ candidacy
As the daughter of a Black man and an Indian woman, Harris has already made history many times over.
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6 Virginia Stores to Support During Independent Retailers Month
July is Independent Retailers Month. These small businesses source products to sell at their brick-and-mortar locations—and surprise, Virginia has a ton of them! This month and beyond, make sure you show some love to your city’s local retailers.
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VIDEO: “No Hungry Kid Virginia” aids children through the Summer
No child should have to go without food during the summer, but for many families, summer can be a hungry time. Sarah Steely of No Kid Hungry Virginia is one of the key players in our Commonwealth who helps bridge the summer hunger gap. @vadogwoodnews No child should have to go without food during the…
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The rise, fall, and rebirth of Virginia’s Ocean View
Nestled off of Norfolk’s section of the Chesapeake Bay is a stretch of land filled with new housing developments, popular restaurants, and expansive beaches called Ocean View. This region is well-known to locals and has become a staple for summer tourists for its beautiful beaches and tourist attractions. What many don’t know about Ocean View…
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VIDEO: Virginia’s most visited state parks
With the weather heating up, now is the perfect time to visit Virginia’s plethora of state parks. Here’s your one-stop guide for seven of the commonwealth’s most visited state parks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dogwood (@vadogwoodnews)
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Virginia’s 10 best summer hiking trails
Lace up your boots: We’re taking an in-depth look at some of the commonwealth’s best hiking trails. From beginner hills to extreme climbs, you’ll be ready to hit the path with these walks.
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month at a unique Virginia State Park
June is National Great Outdoors Month, and with the weather heating up, now is the perfect time to visit Virginia’s plethora of state parks.
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6 Virginia LGBTQ+-owned bars and clubs to support this Pride Month
There are several LGBTQ+-owned clubs and bars in Virginia. With different Pride-themed events, these venues help patrons celebrate Pride Month throughout June.
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Free meals for kids: A look into Virginia’s summer feeding programs
No child should have to go without food during the summer, but many families struggle to fill their tables when school is out. Thanks to federal, state, and local programs, summer can remain a fun and carefree time for many Virginians. Here’s how the people behind summer feeding programs are bridging the childhood hunger gap.
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6 LGBTQ+ Virginia businesses to support this Pride Month
Show your pride by supporting local LGBTQ+-owned businesses this Pride Month by shopping at one of these Virginia stores.
