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How Virginia Dems are talking about the economy before Election Day
Democratic candidates for Virginia’s legislature say that voters need affordable housing, greater investment in education, more worker protections, and more.
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As Virginia housing costs soar, Biden wants to turn empty offices into housing
In Sept. 2020, the median home sale price in Virginia was $354,400. As of Sept. 2023, that figure had risen to $412,800, a 16% increase, according to Redfin. Renters are also paying more in Virginia. At the end of 2020, the average cost of rent in the commonwealth was $1,660. As of Nov. 2023, that…
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Turkey Timeline: When and Where to Order Your Local Thanksgiving Bird From These Virginia Farms
Looking for a local bird this Thanksgiving? Here’s your guide to buying one in VA.
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Low pay, crumbling schools—here’s how Virginians are helping their school systems
Virginia’s teachers consistently earn less than the national average—but there are ways Virginians can help bridge that gap.
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8 Ghost Walks to Explore VA’s Haunted Historic Sites and More
Put your boots on haunted ground in these 8 Virginia cemeteries, ghost towns, and historic sites.
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VIDEO: Virginia is the birthplace of American wine
Virginia is actually the birthplace of American wine, though most people don’t know it. Learn more about Virginia’s storied wine history.
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We Asked, You Answered: The 10 Best Places to Get Brunswick Stew in Virginia
Virginians know a thing or two about Brunswick stew – so we asked hundreds of them to share their favorites from every corner of the state. Here’s where they sent us.
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5 unsolved mysteries and true crime tales from Virginia that’ll send chills up your spine
Dark tales of cold cases and true crime from the commonwealth.
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Heads up, Virginia: This weekend is a sales tax holiday
Thanks in part to budget amendments championed by Democrats in the General Assembly, Virginians can shop for certain items sale tax-free this weekend (Oct. 20-22). Virginians are used to seeing this sales tax holiday in August of each year, but a forgetful legislature and six extra months of negotiations over the state budget resulted in…
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“Virginia is for Lovers”: 10 charming spots for a romantic getaway
No surprise that VA knows how to do the romantic getaway right. Here’s a list of ideas for your next quickie vacay. *wink*
