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Gilbert’s Restaurant, once a beacon for Black travelers, is now a National Historic Site
Gilbert’s Restaurant, which formerly operated in Chatham, was recognized as a safe haven for Black people. Here’s what you need to know about the historic location.
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Loudoun County breaks from the past with street name ban
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted on September 10 to prohibit streets named after segregationists and Confederate leaders. Here’s what you need to know about the ban.
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VA wineries threatened by invasive spotted lanternfly spread
You may have seen spotted lanternflies flying around: little, red, mothlike bugs. One researcher said Virginia wine producers could be affected as the invasive species enters more localities.
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Trump cuts threaten longer wait times for Virginia vets, advocates say
Advocates warned President Donald Trump’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs are affecting wait times at VA clinics across the Commonwealth and country.
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Raise your stein to 16 Oktoberfest events in Virginia
Celebrate German culture with steins, sausages, and music at these 16 lively Virginia Oktoberfest events.
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Hayrides, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, & more: Your guide to fall fun in Virginia
Discover the best fall fun in Virginia—including hayrides, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes—at these seasonal festivals.
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All the buzz: Danville becomes a Bee City USA community
From bumblebees to butterflies, this Virginia city rolled out the green carpet for pollinators.
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I spent 48 hours in Roanoke: Here’s what I packed in
Roanoke’s city vibe jives well with the nature outings found minutes away from downtown.
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Virginia’s new Blue Envelope Program bridges gap between drivers with autism and police
Learn how the Blue Envelope Program promotes safer, calmer interactions between drivers with autism and law enforcement.
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When cancer meets camp: How one Virginia nonprofit creates joy in hard times
Camp Fantastic, which takes place every year in Front Royal for kids who have received cancer treatment, is aptly named.

























