Discover these 10 presidential home sites in Virginia
From America’s first to 28th president, Virginia is home to more POTUS winners than any other state.
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LOCAL HISTORY
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2024
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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 is its extensive history, and how it used to be called “The Coney Island of Virginia."
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2024
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The Snallygaster & Bunny Man: 4 of Virginia’s creepiest cryptids
From the Snallygaster to Bunny Man, Virginia is home to a rich tapestry of mythical beings.
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2024
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Creepy legends about the Richmond cemetery where two presidents are buried
Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond is unlike any other cemetery in Virginia, given that it serves as the final resting place of two presidents, six Virginia governors, two Supreme Court justices, and a slew of other notables.
Due to its wide variety of burials and sprawling size, it should come as no surprise that there’s no shortage of local legends about the cemetery.
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2024
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VIDEO: Democrats in Virginia did not back down when Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin tried to railroad a bipartisan budget
Democrats in Virginia did not back down when Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin tried to railroad a bipartisan budget passed by state lawmakers in March. Instead, Democrats forced Youngkin back to the negotiating table to work with them on spending priorities for...
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2024
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VIDEO: After vetoes, Youngkin’s budget “olive branch unlikely to persuade Democrats
Can the Democrats in the General Assembly and Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin really find "common ground" among his proposed state budget amendments? 🤨 WATCH Jessica Craven to fill you in. @vadogwoodnews Can the Democrats in the General Assembly and Republican Gov....
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2024
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VIDEO: The minimum wage increase bill, Rejected
Why did Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin shoot down the minimum wage increase bills? Dogwood Social Media Manager Ki explains Youngkin's idea behind rejecting House Bill 1 and Senate Bill 1. @vadogwoodnews Why did Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin shoot down the...
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2024
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After vetoes, Youngkin’s budget “olive branch” unlikely to persuade Democrats
Democrats expressed skepticism over Youngkin’s desire to find common ground in budget talks given how active the governor has been in vetoing their priorities. Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin extended a budgetary olive branch to Democrats in the General Assembly...
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2024
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Luck of the Irish? 1 in 6 people in this VA county have Irish roots.
No matter which corner of the commonwealth you’re in, the unique culture that the early Irish settlers brought with them has survived to the modern day. If you’re looking to connect with your Irish roots or simply celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve got you covered with this guide to all things Irish in the Commonwealth.
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2024
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VIDEO: A digital goods sales tax could soon be coming to Virginia
Virginia's 2024–2026 budget bill seeks to increase the state sales tax rate and broaden sales tax to digital products and services. Carly breaks down exactly which digital products you may see a tax increase on. @vadogwoodnews Virginia's 2024–2026 budget bill...
