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5 fascinating facts about Newport News native Ella Fitzgerald
Here are five facts about Ella Fitzgerald, a Newport News native who is one of the greatest jazz singers of all time.
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Hampton University vs. North Carolina A&T: What to know about the HBCU Classic face-off
Hampton University and North Carolina A&T are facing off in this year’s NBA HBCU Classic. We’re diving into the rivalry and what to watch for during the game.
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Schuyler, Virginia: The tiny town that inspired The Waltons
Discover Schuyler, Virginia, a small mountain town with a strong soapstone legacy that inspired the iconic television series “The Waltons.”
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Walk for Peace monks alter Virginia route as they near Washington, DC
A route change reshapes the Walk for Peace through Virginia, as Buddhist monks adjust their path toward the nation’s capital.
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Report: Immigrants a major force in Virginia home construction
Immigrants play an outsize role in homebuilding and remodeling across the Commonwealth, a role which will be affected by the Trump administration’s push to reach “net zero” migration into the United States, according to a new report.
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Opinion: Virginia communities pay the price for data centers with little benefit
Virginians are paying higher electric bills and underwriting massive grid upgrades—not for schools or public services, but to power the explosive growth of privately-owned data centers.
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12 NBA stars with Virginia roots
From Alonzo Mourning to Allen Iverson, Virginia has contributed many memorable players to NBA rosters over the years.
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Does contacting your lawmaker actually help? I asked Virginia’s senior US senator
As immigration raids, ICE accountability, and federal power dominate headlines, Sen. Mark Warner reveals what really happens when Virginians contact his office—and how public opinion can help shape policy.
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Want to see frozen waterfalls in VA? Try these 18 gorgeous winter hikes
From Northern Virginia to Southwest Virginia, here are some of the most stunning frozen waterfalls in the state.
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Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.
