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How Southwestern Virginia’s autumnal dessert ‘stacks up’—and why it’s having a revival
Apple stack cake is an Appalachian favorite. Learn about the history of—and renewed interest in—this dessert.
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Rate of uninsured children up in VA as pandemic-era protections end
The rate of children without health insurance grew in Virginia and across the country, hitting its highest levels in more than a decade, according to a new study.
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Ride, Eat, Repeat: The State Fair of Virginia Runs Thru October 5
The State Fair of Virginia is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., rain or shine. Here’s everything you need to know.
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OPINION: Why Virginia families deserve paid leave
As of 2025, 13 states and the District of Columbia have passed or implemented varying paid leave laws. Our state of Virginia, on the other hand, has fallen behind, but it’s not for a lack of trying.
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Raise your stein to 16 Oktoberfest events in Virginia
Celebrate German culture with steins, sausages, and music at these 16 lively Virginia Oktoberfest events.
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Hayrides, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, & more: Your guide to fall fun in Virginia
Discover the best fall fun in Virginia—including hayrides, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes—at these seasonal festivals.
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When cancer meets camp: How one Virginia nonprofit creates joy in hard times
Camp Fantastic, which takes place every year in Front Royal for kids who have received cancer treatment, is aptly named.
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Your 2025 guide to leaf-peeping in Virginia: When & where to see fall colors
Find out the best times and places for leaf peeping in Virginia in 2025.
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8 scenic autumn train rides in & around Virginia
For the best fall foliage views in and around Virginia, hop on one of these scenic train rides.
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20 fall festivals & events in VA to add to your calendar
Discover 20 can’t-miss fall events and festivals in Virginia, happening from September through November.
