Richmond
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We drove from Virginia to see Buddhist monks—and found an unexpected community
As Buddhist monks led a Walk for Peace through a nearby town, I became part of an unexpected community, discovering how shared waiting, conversation, and peace can quietly bring people together.
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9 Virginia orgs to support during Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January is Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and these nine Virginia organizations need donations to continue to advocate for the issue and help survivors.
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Unique VA-made Valentine’s gifts that won’t break the bank
From handcrafted jewelry to small-batch chocolates, these Virginia-made items make for meaningful Valentine’s Day gifts that don’t break the bank.
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Richmond community keeps Harvey family’s memory alive 20 years after their murders
On the 20th anniversary of the Harvey family’s murders, Richmond remembered Kathryn, Bryan, Ruby, and Stella fondly. The family’s legacy has been kept alive through various community efforts.
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19 mocktail spots in Virginia to check out in Dry January
Experience Dry January at some of Virginia’s top mocktail spots, where going without alcohol doesn’t have to mean going without flavor.
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Don’t trash that tree! CVWMA offers free recycling instead
Central Virginia residents can recycle their Christmas trees for free this holiday season. Here’s how.
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Virginia rolls out mobile IDs—here’s where you can use them
Digital versions of state-issued identification cards will be accepted at various locations throughout Va. and beyond. Here are all the details.
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Barbara Rose Johns, whose 1951 walkout advanced school desegregation, honored in US Capitol
Barbara Rose Johns, who led a walkout of her segregated VA high school in 1951, was immortalized with a new statue in the US Capitol. It replaces one of Robert E. Lee.
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12 ways to ring in the New Year across Virginia
From family-friendly celebrations at a zoo to lavish adults-only galas, here are 12 unique ways to ring in the New Year across Virginia.
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Virginia schools find the key to better attendance: A free morning meal
Free school breakfast programs in Virginia are helping to combat student absenteeism. Here’s how.
