8 historical (yet haunted) battlefields in Virginia
At these haunted battlefields in Virginia, bloody histories and ghostly legends come together.
Oct
2025
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LOCAL HISTORY
Sep
2025
8
Songcatchers: The fascinating story of how scholars saved Appalachian music from extinction
At the turn of the 20th century, academics traveled the Appalachians to save ancient music before it was lost. Learn how the legacy of the “songcatchers” lives on.
Aug
2025
27
5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
Aug
2025
20
Southwest Virginia’s surprising country music history
Country music has deep roots in Southwest Virginia. Here’s what you need to know about its history.
Aug
2025
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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.
Jul
2025
25
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.
Jul
2025
23
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.
Jul
2025
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5 Virginia startups that competed on ‘Shark Tank’
From sweet potato pies to plant-based Mediterranean food, discover what these Virginia companies that competed on “Shark Tank” are cooking up.
Jun
2025
25
Yes, Virginia actually has volcanoes. Here’s what to know
Here’s the surprising history of Virginia’s volcanic past, including Mole Hill and Trimble Knob.
Jun
2025
19
Juneteenth: A celebration of African American freedom
Today marks Juneteenth, an annual celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States in 1865.
