Local
-
The oldest brick dwelling in North America is in Virginia
With its fascinating historical significance, unique architectural features, and popularity as a tourist destination, there’s much to learn and discover about this remarkable Virginia structure.
-
Inside Sen. Mark Warner’s annual holiday tradition at Capitol Hill: From handmade ornaments to festive serenades
An inside look at Sen. Mark Warner’s Capitol Hill holiday traditions—complete with kindergarteners!
-
Tell Us Your Favorite Bakery in Virginia
From NoVa to Norfolk and everywhere in between, Virginia has some fantastic bakeries. Whether you’re going for cakes or cookies, breads or brownies, we want to know: What’s the best Virginia bakery? Tell us in the form below, and we’ll announce the top choices soon! What's the best bakery in Virginia? Proper Pie Co. May's…
-
All aboard: 4 enchanting Virginia train rides for a cozy holiday experience
While the Polar Express doesn’t run in Virginia, there are a number of trains that still operate in the commonwealth. If you’re looking to go on a cozy adventure in late fall or winter, consider riding one of these four trains.
-
Why housing is so expensive in Virginia—and what can be done about it
According to Brian Koziol, executive director of the Virginia Housing Alliance, the long-term lack of new housing construction, inflation, and supply chain issues are the main reasons why Virginia is being hit particularly hard by the housing crisis.
-
Seven Amherst elementary school students ingested fentanyl-laced gummy bears
A bag containing gummy bears tested positive for fentanyl at an elementary school in Amherst County.
-
A merry mix-up involving Toys for Tots in Southside Virginia
It appeared that hundreds of dollars worth of Toys for Tots donations were stolen in Danville—but it was all a big misunderstanding.
-
Virginia lawmakers move to bring two professional sports teams to the commonwealth
A group of 12 legislators from across the state voted early this week to approve a deal intended to lure the region’s professional basketball and hockey teams out of Washington, DC, to a new home in Virginia. The deal, which still requires approval from the General Assembly and local government officials, would create a massive…
-
Discover the delicious delights of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley
Learn about 10 local places to eat and drink in Virginia’s gorgeous Shenandoah Valley.
-
7 unique facts about Virginia that might shock you
These seven facts about Virginia’s history might even surprise longtime locals.
