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Join the fun with 5 family-friendly Virginia Turkey Trots
Get moving this Turkey Day with a local Turkey Trot! These races take place on Thanksgiving Day, and the proceeds of many of these events go to charity.
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This Virginia city ranked as one of the best for college basketball fans
Home to the University of Virginia, it’s no surprise that Charlottesville scored among the best cities nationwide for college basketball fans.
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A history beyond 1607: Exploring Virginia’s deep Native American roots
This Native American History Month, we’re committed to honoring the story of Virginia’s indigenous population.
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Get in the holiday spirit with these 11 events across Virginia
Celebrate the holidays in Virginia with this guide to festive events, from Christmas markets and Hanukkah celebrations to family-friendly New Year’s Eve parties.
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10 small Virginia towns that become real-life winter wonderlands
Discover festive charm in 10 Virginia towns this holiday season, featuring magical light displays, artisan markets, and historic celebrations.
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Virginia gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season
Eschew big-name retailers this holiday season and gift your loved ones something made right here in Virginia.
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Pharrell Williams is in hot water with the City of Virginia Beach
Following Williams’ unexpected cancelation of the Something in the Water festival this year, the City of Virginia Beach is taking new precautions to protect itself from another “blindside.”
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Virginia’s 5 most beautiful scenic byways
Discover five must-visit scenic byways in Virginia that showcase the best of what the commonwealth has to offer.
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USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright
The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here’s what to know.
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The troubled history of Pharrell’s Something in the Water Festival
Pharrell Williams’ Something in the Water festival quickly became a Virginia Beach staple in 2019. But the music festival hasn’t had the smoothest history—including when the event unexpectedly canceled this year, the day tickets were supposed to go on sale.
