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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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Virginians protest Trump’s anti-worker policies at Richmond Labor Day rally
Hundreds gathered in Richmond’s Monroe Park on Monday to celebrate Labor Day and protest the Trump administration’s anti-worker policies.
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How hurricanes get their names
Did you know that hurricane season lasts until Nov. 30 in Virginia? That means from now until then, we’re likely to hear a variety names placed on the storms—but where do the titles come from?
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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.
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I’ve been to the 2 biggest theme parks in Virginia—here’s how they compare
Choosing between a trip to Busch Gardens or Kings Dominion? Read a personal take on the two biggest theme parks in Virginia.
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Botetourt County Public Schools reinstated random student drug testing
A previously paused policy is back in Botetourt—here’s what it means for students signing up for extracurriculars and parking permits.
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Virginia lawmaker backs bill to extend collective bargaining to civil servants
A state lawmaker will again make a push to expand collective bargaining rights for public-sector employees as a new report highlights the urgency of doing so in Virginia.
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Earle-Sears failed to secure police group endorsement. Here’s why
Republican gubernatorial candidate Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears did not impress in endorsement interview with the Virginia Police Benevolent Association, two sources who were there told Dogwood.
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Your 2025 guide to apple picking in Virginia
Those who are looking for great apple picking in Virginia should check out this guide.
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Arlington, Alexandria daycare costs rank among nation’s highest
Republicans and Democrats can agree that daycare in the US is too expensive, but lawmakers have prioritized public investment elsewhere as parents, workers, and childcare providers struggle to make things work.
