Move over, Moo Deng; there’s a new hippo in town
The Metro Richmond Zoo recently welcomed a new member of the family. Poppy the pygmy hippo was born just before Christmas.
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2025
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VIRGINIA
Jan
2025
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Explore the 9 oldest buildings in Virginia
Discover the oldest surviving colonial buildings in Virginia and learn about their rich history, unique architectural styles, and stories of early American life.
Jan
2025
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Virginia colleges excel in U.S. News rankings
Virginia colleges make waves in U.S. News rankings, as UVA, W&L, and others secure top spots. Learn how the state's schools stack up nationally.
Dec
2024
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UVA architecture students doodle on napkins for a cause
Earlier this year, UVA architecture students hosted a napkin drawing competition to raise money for a local charity.
Dec
2024
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UVA student unicycles the height of Everest
Mason Allen, a UVA sophomore, conquered the Everesting challenge on a unicycle, climbing 29,032 feet in 21 hours, breaking the previous record.
Dec
2024
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Fairfax County kids bring holiday cheer to Capitol Hill
US Sen. Mark Warner’s Capitol Hill office got a festive makeover when elementary students decorated a towering Christmas tree, shared holiday cheer, and pitched their own bills for a brighter future.
Dec
2024
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Raise a glass to 2025: The best brewery and winery NYE parties in VA
Many of Virginia’s local breweries and wineries are hosting various festive parties. We’ve rounded up the best boozy events to ring in the new year. Dry January doesn’t start until midnight on Jan. 1, so if you’re looking for somewhere to party on New Year's Eve,...
Dec
2024
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Virginia’s New Year’s Eve sober ride guide
With the end of the year quickly approaching, you may find yourself making plans for New Year’s Eve. We’re sharing a variety of resources available to Virginians in an effort to reduce drinking and driving.
Dec
2024
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Virginia’s 10 weirdest roadside attractions
Of all of Virginia's roadside attractions, these are by far the weirdest.
Dec
2024
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Looking to retire? This Virginia city ranks No. 2 nationwide
A Virginia city ranks among the top spots in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Places to Retire list. See which location made the cut.
