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We’re looking for Virginia small businesses to support, and we could use your help Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas ‘round here! Chatham (which I’m convinced is Virginia’s equivalent of Mayberry) had its town tree and lantern lighting last Friday night—and in these parts, that…

Explore organizations that align with your values in Hampton Roads Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. When I said I was “thankful” last week, I thought I knew what that word meant. Hi, it’s me, your community editor with a degree in English, nearly eight years of reporting experience, and homeschool Mama—and I…

Also: Discover a Giving Tuesday opportunity near you Share with a friend Hey y’all. It’s Amie. If you’ve been around here for a minute, then you know Christmas is my favorite holiday. Black Friday might just be second. I love the hustle and the bustle of the (albeit small) city, with everybody excited about the…

Here’s what time your fav stores open on Black Friday Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. In my best Taylor Swift voice: “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling (Nov.) 22!” Happy day before Thanksgiving to all of our wonderful readers. If you’re like me, then you’re also in the middle of…

Share your thoughts: What are you thankful for? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. By this time next week, I’ll be knee-deep in Black Friday shopping with my Mom. I’m really not sure when the tradition started for us, but I know it was back when the vast majority of stores opened in…

Host the holiday gathering of your dreams with these ideas Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. The most joyous time of the year often comes with some… erm… not-so-holly-jolly aspects. If you’re the one planning exactly what every house guest will do when they’re not busy eating Thanksgiving dinner next week, welcome to…

Virginia Democrats win majority in the General Assembly Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. Y’all know I’ve been excited about Christmas since summertime. I can’t help it. I love the glimmering lights, the sweet smells, and all the holly jolly that comes with the season. As planned, we put up our Christmas tree…

Voters made their voices loud and clear Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Well, that’s that! Virginia’s 2023 election took place yesterday. While some votes (like mail-in ballots) will be counted over the next couple of days, there’s enough information about Tuesday’s races to call a major shift.   Here’s the big news:…

Here’s where to find locally raised Thanksgiving turkeys in VA Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. It wouldn’t be fair to bring y’all on a Halloween costume journey and then not show it off. I present to you: Me, the Megalodon monster truck driver, Colton, the Grave Digger monster truck driver, and Kody,…

Try these tasty local eats during the harvest season Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. I once asked my husband why I enjoyed good food so much. He gave two possible reasons: 1. I grew up as a very picky eater and never tried actual flavors until one fateful day in 2014 when…