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New Year, New Trips: Explore 10 VA Hot Spots in 2024
Pack your bags and head off on a great Virginia adventure this year Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Just yesterday, Colton—out of the blue, as most five-year-olds do—informed me that he’d figured out why he’d been acting crazy lately. “I haven’t gone outside on a walk in a long time,” he lamented.…
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Look How Far We’ve Come, Virginia
A look back at some of the best stories of 2023 Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Can you believe it?! 2023 is nearly finito. It’s been my pleasure to highlight stories that matter most to you this year, and I hope you’ll enjoy this little recap newsletter to round things out. …
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Unexpected Santa: The Impact of an 11-year-old Virginian’s $10 Gift
Warm your heart with this especially cheery Christmas-themed newsletter Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. “Do you know his name?” I asked Jen, the co-owner of a local coffee shop, as the young boy slinked out the door. “No, I’ve never seen him before.” It’s one of those instances you read about in…
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Enchanting Virginia train rides for a cozy holiday experience
Lawmakers move to bring two professional sports teams to VA Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. I believe the overarching theme heading into the week before Christmas is something my Grandpa used to say: “I’m doin’, but I don’t know how!” Well, how are y’all? Got your presents wrapped and stockings hung by…
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Jingle All The Way To These VA Christmas Tree Farms & Light Displays
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…
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Where to Volunteer This Holiday Season
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…
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Tis the Season to Shop Small
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…
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Super Special Edition: Feat. Dogwood’s Reader Recommended Recipe Guide
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…
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Shop Farm-to-Table in Virginia This Thanksgiving
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…
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Special Edition: Fun VA Things To Do When There’s “Nothing” To Do
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…
