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Looking for Affordable Places to Eat in Northern, Central, and Coastal Virginia? Check Out These 12 Eateries.
On the lookout for affordable places to eat in Northern, Central, and Coastal Virginia? We’ve got you covered with these 12 VA eateries.
Veterans Have Until Aug. 9 to Apply for Backdated PACT Act Disability Payments
The PACT Act removed the need for certain veterans to prove a service connection if they are diagnosed with certain cancers or respiratory conditions and sped up the process of receiving benefits.
Virginia’s Mental Health Hotline One Year Later
One year later, the 988 system in Virginia has seen “a lot of improvements” but still faces some issues.
25 States Americans Visit the Most
Stacker has ranked the top 25 by the percentage of U.S. adults who have already made a visit. Check the rankings to see if your next destination is among these popular choices, or find your next adventure as you scroll.
Supreme Court Takes Student Debt Relief Away From 43 Million Americans
Nationwide, more than 45 million people owe $1.6 trillion in federal loans for college, according to government data, and as many as 43 million of them stood to benefit from the cancellation program.
Weird and Wondrous American Byways
Turns out taking the scenic route can pay big dividends, for both traveler and towns along the trail. Look no further than these popular byways for proof.
Richest Women in America
Stacker compiled a list of the richest women in America, using data from Forbes.
Here Are The Safest—And Most Deadly—Days For Drunk-Driving Fatalities
Drunk driving remains a significant problem throughout the country. But certain days are more dangerous on the roads than others. MoneyGeek forecasted 2023’s most dangerous days, weeks and holidays for driving under the influence (DUI) in the United States.
17 Dog-Friendly Beaches, Parks, and Rivers That Will Give Your Virginia Pooch the Zoomies
No need to guess or worry whether your favorite beach hangout will welcome your pooch; we’ve got you covered. Check out this list of the top 12 pet-friendly beaches in the commonwealth, broken down by area.
Virginia’s Primary Elections Are Done, So What Happened?
On June 20, Virginia voters in many parts of the commonwealth selected their party’s nominee in races for state House, state Senate, and more. Here’s what you should know about the results in some of the hottest contests.
Ticketmaster to End Hidden Fees, Show Full Ticket Prices Amid Pressure From Biden
While Ticketmaster and SeatGeek have agreed to institute more transparency when it comes to ticket sales, some anti-monopoly advocates think the answer is “breaking up” these companies altogether.
Virginia’s Primary Elections Just Days Away
On June 20, Virginia voters in many parts of the commonwealth will have the opportunity to select their party’s nominee in races for state House, state Senate, commonwealth’s attorney, town councils, and more. Here’s what you should know about the hottest contests.
Del. Sally Hudson on Pets, Politics, Reproductive Freedom, and More
“This is one of the Democratic strongholds on the state senate map. and it needs a senator who is willing to set the pace for change in Virginia.”
Virginia National Parks: Get Beyond the Tourist Hot Spots at One of These 5 Hidden Gems
Virginia’s national parks offer opportunities to explore the great outdoors, from the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park to the wild ponies on the beach along the Assateague Island National Seashore.
After Buckingham, more Virginia registrars find themselves on chopping block
Nottoway, a rural Southside county of roughly 15,500 people about 60 miles southwest of Richmond, is the latest Virginia locality having a heated debate about who should run its elections.
States With The Most Drive-In Movie Theaters
Drive-in theaters evoke nostalgia, a step back to the 1950s. The first opened in New Jersey in 1933, when opening night drew people from at least 20 states to watch movies outdoors from their cars. Stacker examined County Business Patterns data from the Census Bureau to determine which states have the most drive-in movie theaters.
Here’s How the Biden Administration Has Tackled The Mental Health Crisis
The Biden administration has invested billions into improving mental health care in the United States.
After legislative limbo, $6M in federal funding for Virginia farmers and food banks released
After months of delay, Virginia on Thursday released over $6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture funds to procure food products from local farmers to distribute to food-insecure populations.
Dominion seeks to expand rate program designed to shift grid demand
As concerns over the electric grid’s ability to meet those demands increase, Dominion Energy is proposing to expand a program intended to incentivize customers to shift when they use electricity to lessen the load on the grid and cut down on their bills at the same time.
Virginia crab management committee recommends fall, spring catch limit increase
by Charlie Paullin, Virginia Mercury A state committee on crab management is recommending increases to crab catch limits this fall and next spring but keeping in place the summer reductions instituted last year after surveys found the population had plummeted. The...
Virginia National Parks: Get Beyond the Tourist Hot Spots at One of These 5 Hidden Gems
Virginia’s national parks offer opportunities to explore the great outdoors, from the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park to the wild ponies on the beach along the Assateague Island National Seashore.
States With The Biggest Native American Populations
More than 5 million Native Americans live in the United States as members of 574 federally recognized and 63 state-recognized tribes. That number is projected to rise to 10 million by 2060. Stacker ranked the states with the largest Native American populations using data from the Census Bureau’s 2021 American Community Survey.
The Virginia ‘Book Lady’ Is Only 23,000 Books Away From Meeting Her Next Benchmark
Pittsylvania County teacher Jennifer Williams, known as “The Book Lady,” is on a mission to give away one million books. She’s spreading the joy of reading, while also creating an inclusive community dedicated to fostering a love for literature
Virginia Could Be Key to Abortion Access in the South. Its Laws Could Hinge on This Democratic Primary
As abortion access continues to dwindle in the South, its future in Virginia is set to loom large in this fall’s legislative elections. But this summer, before the parties duke it out for control of the statehouse, abortion rights advocates are eyeing a key primary that will pit Lashrecse Aird against the last anti-abortion-rights Democrat in Virginia.
Offbeat Adventures: Travel To The Coolest Hidden Wonders In Every U.S. State
As more and more people venture out to make up for the last few pandemic-ridden years, you might be looking to go a little farther off the beaten path to avoid the crowds.Stackerdid some digging and found a hidden travel gem for every state, using data fromAtlas Obscura.
Virginia’s Primary Election Season Formally Kicks Off on Friday as Early Voting Begins
Thousands of Virginians will be selecting their party’s General Assembly candidates in primary elections this June, and many will be able to begin voting as early as this week. Here’s what you need to know.
The 2023 Housing Market in 5 Charts
The once white-hot housing market may finally be starting to cool, but it’s not a buyers’ market just yet.Stacker cited data from Redfin and the U.S. Census Bureau to visualize and explain the shortage of U.S. homes for sale and what that means ahead of peak homebuying season.
What Spring Looks Like in Every State
Slowly but surely, many Americans are shedding their coats and heading outdoors to embrace the welcomed change of seasons as spring unfolds around the country. Using historical weather data and various event listings, Stacker gathered 50 different looks at spring around the country.
25 Must-Visit Hidden Gems From Across The US
Sometimes the most memorable trips happen when you seek out unexpected, under-the-radar spots that you never would’ve known about without some prior research. So to help you get started, Stacker has compiled a list of 25 must-visit hidden gems from across the United States, using travel guides, news articles, national park and company websites, and more.