2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (504+ words) Shoes created through a collaboration between Williamsburg retailers, artists, educators and historical organizations were supposed to be on national display Friday as the Miss America “Show Us Your Shoes” parade helped kick off Independence Day weekend festivities in Philadelphia. However,…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (70+ words) The stars will be in the sky and on the ground Friday night at City Park. As part of the preparations for Celebrate Freedom, this year's enhanced July 4 celebration, crews have painted stars on the lawn of the picnic area…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (267+ words) The first vessels participating in Sail250 Virginia have begun arriving in Hampton Roads, offering residents and visitors an early glimpse of the ships that will help celebrate America's 250th anniversary. More than 60 ships from 20 countries are expected to visit the region during…...

3+ mon, 1+ day ago   (412+ words) Central Virginia is counting down to America's 250th anniversary as Richmond SailFest, a Sail Virginia 2026 Affiliate Harbor event, will be taking place June 12-14 and hosted by the city of Richmond and Virginia Museum of History & Culture. On June 11, three classic vessels…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (280+ words) CHESAPEAKE — The city’s central library branch now pays homage to longtime library director and advocate Margaret Peters Stalnaker, better known by many as Peggy Stillman. Chesapeake City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to rename the central library located at 298 Cedar Road…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (301+ words) Note:The above coverage aired on April 8, 2026 (Virginia MOCA ribbon-cutting for the new Virginia Beach location). VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art is presenting a retrospective exhibition honoring artist and educator Suzanne Stevens until October 11, with…...

3+ mon, 4+ week ago   (433+ words) One of the West’s longest-running food events returns to Virginia City this weekend. Chili on the Comstock takes place Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. KOLO 8’s Hana... RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - One of the West’s longest-running food…...

3+ mon, 4+ week ago   (344+ words) Looking for something to do during the next week? Here are just a few happenings in Hampton Roads. Chesapeake Jubilee: Kicks off Thursday with shrimp feast, 4:30 to 7 p.m.; and Amusements of America rides and games only, 6 to 10 p.m. Jubilee hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday,…...

4+ mon, 6+ day ago   (491+ words) Water is taking center stage in travel this year — and it’s not just about beach vacations. Tripadvisor’s 2025 Trendcast points to “waterculturalism” as a rising trend, with travelers embracing everything from group water-therapy sessions to invigorating cold plunges. For Atlantans, the…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (271+ words) The King and Queen joined residents of Front Royal, Virginia for a neighbourhood block party marking the United States' 250th anniversary celebrations. Their Majesties watched as a procession made its way along Main Street, featuring marching bands, cheerleaders, the town's community…...