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Special Edition: Virginia Elections Spark Major Change in State Politics
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:…
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Your Turn: Share Your Recipes for a Special Dogwood Story
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,…
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Special Edition: Virginia is for FOOD Lovers
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…
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Hunting for Hauntings? Try These Ghost Walks Across Virginia
Early Saturday voting begins this weekend Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. I’ve made an egregious error. Remember in Wednesday’s spooky edition when I mentioned that Colton (5) and I were going to be monster truck drivers for Halloween? Well, that’s accurate. My mistake hinged on my dear husband’s costume. I thought Kody…
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Spooky Edition: Exploring Virginia’s Mysteries, Folklore, and Things to Do
If you’re a true crime case solver, these cases could use your expertise Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. I’m a former theatre kid. That means dressing up for Halloween is my jam. For the past few years, I’ve had the perfect excuse to get all dolled up—yep, I have a kid who…
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10 Charming Spots for a Romantic Virginia Getaway
We have a “feline” you’ll like these road-trippers Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. What’s better than the simple fact that it’s Friday? It’s that I’ve got some great news for y’all! Remember near the beginning of the school year when we announced the sad reality that there wouldn’t be a tax-free weekend…
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Special Edition: Only 20 Days Left to Make a Difference in Virginia
A Reminder on How You Can Make Your Voice Heard in Virginia Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. No, it’s not Friday. But y’all have been so kind to me lately (well, always, but especially over the past few weeks) with your questions and comments that I wanted to share something I think…
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Sample the Best Brunswick Stew in Virginia
The deadline to register to vote is Monday Hi there. It’s Amie. This is not a drill. The Taste of Brunswick Festival is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brunswick County Airport in Lawrenceville. Why is this important, you might wonder? Number one, because it’s the most delicious day of the…
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12 Must-Visit Fall Hiking and Biking Trails in Virginia
Here are the Virginia voting deadlines you need to know Hi there. It’s Amie. “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Me too, Anne. Me too. October is an incredible month, filled with seasonal transitions, pumpkin spice everything, and of course, Anne of Green Gables. It’s also…
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📚 Cozy Up With a Great Read With Book Recs for Hispanic Heritage Month
Plus: Early voting is underway in Virginia! Hi there. It’s Amie. I’ve got some great news. Y’all asked, and we listened. I really mean it when I say we do our best to cater our newsletter to your interests. That includes getting the news to you in a way that works best for you! Over the…
