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Gas is over $4 in VA. Can solar and wind “bomb-proof” your energy bills?
Gas has climbed past $4 a gallon as the Iran war drives up oil markets and food costs. Clean energy advocates say more solar and wind projects could make monthly bills harder to rattle.
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Your guide to protesting in Virginia
Here’s your guide for protesting safely in Virginia, including helpful tips and organizations.
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What Virginia teachers actually want for Teacher Appreciation Week
Forget the apple and get a Virginia teacher something they actually want for Teacher Appreciation Week this year.
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The 10 oldest bars in Virginia (including some that served the Founding Fathers!)
Learn about some of the oldest bars in Virginia, ranging from colonial-era taverns to historic pubs.
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What to know about Virginia’s 3 pay-what-you-can cafés
Discover three Virginia establishments where patrons can enjoy meals and beverages through pay-what-you-can programs.
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9 Guinness World Records Virginia holds
The Guinness World Records are always fun to follow—and Virginia holds its own in them. Learn some weird and wonderful Virginia world records
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Get a sneak peek of 16 summer festivals in Virginia
From music and maritime celebrations to food and outdoor adventures, these festivals in Virginia showcase the Commonwealth’s unique culture all summer long.
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Don’t miss Virginia’s 2026 Historic Garden Week
Visit some of Virginia’s well-appointed homes and gardens during the 2026 Historic Garden Week.
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These Titanic survivors had Virginia ties
Did you know there were Virginians aboard the Titanic when the ship sank in the Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912?
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Your guide to the 99th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival
Celebrate the arrival of spring by attending the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival.

























