Chester, VA Lifestyle and More

Crunch Fitness Plans 30,000-Square-Foot Mechanicsville Gym With Cold Plunge, Hot Yoga

A 30,000-square-foot Crunch Fitness gym is headed to Glen Lea Centre near Mechanicsville, bringing hot yoga, a dry cold plunge, saunas and massage chairs to a shopping center at the corner of Mechanicsville Turnpike and Laburnum Avenue. The gym is expected to open in the second quarter of 2027 and will mark the brand's first local location to use its newest design format.

vpm.org

BizSense Beat: Richmond restaurant updates, WinterWorld at CarMax Park

BizSense Beat is a weekly collaboration between VPM News and Richmond BizSense that brings you the top business stories during NPR’s Morning Edition on Fridays. Here’s a recap of the top stories for the week of Nov. 6, 2026:. Longtime restaurants in Richmond region close — while others...

12onyourside.com

‘Rescue Roundup’: Animal shelters band together to help find new homes for pets

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) Dogs and cats from shelters across the state will be available for adoption Friday at Richmond Animal League’s Rescue Roundup. The event runs from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Richmond Animal League’s campus on International Drive in Richmond. Adoptable pets from King...

partner publisher · 11.4K followers

Henrico Citizen

Restaurant Watch: Oct. 17-24, 2026

The Fishin' Pig , 4028 Cox Road, Suite J – During a risk factor inspection on Oct. 19, inspectors observed chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm in a bar dishwasher containing washed dishes; and barbecue held at 132 degrees in a cookline hot box, below the required 135 degrees. The Mantu

Glen Allen, VA · 3d

WRIC - ABC 8News

partner publisher · 121.4K followers

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ season 16 alum Mirage comes to Richmond

In late October, Mirage, a "RuPaul's Drag Race" alum, traveled from Las Vegas to Richmond for a show hosted by local drag queen Drew Friday at Babes of Carytown.

familydestinationsguide.com

partner publisher · 121.4K followers

This Tiny Virginia Cafe Serves Up Massive Burgers That Are Almost Too Big To Eat

There are places you visit for the atmosphere, places you visit for the view, and then there’s Roy’s Big Burger in Richmond, Virginia, which you visit because the burgers are massive and your life is better for knowing that. This is not a complicated place, and that’s the...

Richmond, VA · 7d

WRIC - ABC 8News

Shyndigz’ 24/7 dessert vending machine is open for business

Dessert fans, rejoice! Shyndigz's 24/7 dessert vending machine is now open for business.

vafoodie.com

Holiday Themed Bars in Virginia 2026

It’s officially holiday pop-up bar season! I love that so many spots are going all out for the holidays and I’m glad this trend just keeps getting bigger. I’ve updated this list for 2026 with every holiday bar I could confirm is coming back this year (plus a few new ones). Dates and details change fast this time of year, so double-check the bar’s website or Instagram before you head out.

publisher · 178.2K followers

Shore News Network

Virginia Man Spots 333 on License Plate, Buys 300 Lottery Tickets and Wins $150K

A Colonial Heights man turns an unusual license plate encounter into a six-figure Pick 3...

Richmond, VA · 4d

familydestinationsguide.com

10 Offbeat Restaurants In Virginia Where A Meal Turns Into An Adventure

Searching for offbeat restaurants in Virginia where every meal turns into a real adventure?. These 10 restaurants pack in bold flavors, wild atmospheres, and experiences that’ll keep you talking for days!. 1. Fallout (Richmond) Richmond has a lot of interesting places to spend an evening, but Fallout on North...

Richmond, VA · 5d

WTVR-TV

Through The Garden Gate's 22nd Annual Christmas Celebration

MECHANICSVILLE, Va. -- The Christmas magic has arrived in Mechanicsville…and we got a sneak peek! Through The Garden Gate's 22nd Annual Christmas Celebration is this Saturday, November 7th, beginning at 9 a.m. Every nook and cranny of the shop is decked out in dazzling holiday cheer. Owner Pam Robbins...

Mechanicsville, VA · 2d

rvahub.com

Get Ahead on Holiday Shopping this Saturday at Tip of the Season Art Market

THIS SATURDAY! TOTS 7th Annual ‘Kick-off to RVA’s Holiday Season!’. 50+ artists fill lots lining 2 blocks of Forest Hill Ave. in the heart of beautiful Westover Hills community. Market vendors along with Muse Me’s 60 local artist’s items in the store create an atmosphere of unique, great gifts and a fun & popular shopping experience – brought to you annually by Muse Me & O’Toole’s Restaurant & Pub. Customers and vendors can pop right in to O’Toole’s Irish Restaurant for a bite and sip OR one of the many other restaurants within a couple of blocks for great food & libation – Little Nickel, Veil Brewing, Stella’s Grocery, Vasen Brewing Co., Janet’s Cafe, Maldini’s, Riverside Tavern, Gramophone Wine Bar, Blanchard’s Coffee, Charm School Ice Cream.

gotodestinations.com

partner publisher · 171.6K followers

Why This SOUTHERN Biscuit Destination Is Winning Over Breakfast Lovers in Richmond, VA

Open Tue–Fri, 8 AM–3 PM | Sat–Sun, 8 AM–4 PM | Mon, Closed. Richmond’s The Fancy Biscuit gives the humble breakfast biscuit an ambitious job description, piling Southern comfort onto a menu that refuses to settle for ordinary. At 1831 West Cary Street, fried chicken,...

Richmond, VA · 5d

WTVR CBS 6

Cheryl Miller's final 4 p.m. newscast on CBS 6: 'It is a sad day for me'

positivebloom.com

Your Virginia Houseplants Suddenly Dropped Their Leaves In November, And There’s A Reason

A ficus can drop a huge pile of leaves just because you moved it a few feet. That fussy habit surprised me the first time it happened in my living room. In Virginia, November brings shorter days, chilly nights, and furnaces clicking on for the first time. Your plants notice every one of those changes, even behind glass.

Virginia · 4d

moneytalksnews.com

partner publisher · 12.7K followers

9 of the Best Places to Retire on a River in America

Drifting tranquilly down a lazy river, shooting the rapids or just going with the flow: Retiring to a river city lets you find the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure right outside your door. Many U.S. cities that initially sprang up as vital ports and industrial centers showcase revitalized historic...

Richmond, VA · 4d

The News Leader

Staunton students part of Richmond's 'Battle of the Brains'

Binge watching television has its advantages beyond just a way to relax after a long day of school or work. Staunton High School's Owen Warner used it to study for his academic competition. Warner didn't watch just any show, though. The senior watched past episodes of "Battle of the Brains," a Richmond-based quiz show for high school students. Warner and his Staunton teammates are one of more than 30 teams from around the state competing on the show this season. "I watched all the episodes from last season," Warner said. "It helped get the style of questions in my mind. Because it's a trivia competition. You've got to know the stuff, but it's more about the mental connections you're making, just knowing when to hit the buzzer." Hudson Bronik-Ezzell agreed that watching the show and knowing the format helped. Bronik-Ezzell, like her teammates, are also part of Staunton's scholastic bowl team, which competes locally against other area schools. But the questions on "Battle of the Brains" and the ones heard during scholastic bowl are very different. "They're a lot shorter," Bronik-Ezzell said of the TV show questions, "and more straightforward." Warner said most teams competing in "Battle of the Brains"

Staunton, VA · 3d

bassmaster.com

Meet the Rivah Sistah

Originally from Brooklyn, N.Y., Clement moved to Virginia and worked in law enforcement. Growing up around the city, she never imagined herself embracing an outdoor lifestyle. That changed when her husband suggested they go camping one weekend. Like many first-time campers, Clement had her reservations about spending the night in...

rvahub.com

partner publisher · 121.4K followers

Best Book Day of the Year with Richmond Public Library Book Sale

Head over to the Richmond Public Library Main Location, 101 E Franklin Street, and get amazing Hardbacks, paperbacks, CDs, DVDs, and more on the cheap. November 6th – 10am-12pm & 12pm-6pm (10am for Friends members) Bring an extra tote and a friend – you don’t want to miss this...

Richmond, VA · 4d

WRIC - ABC 8News

Richmond Coffee Club brews connections at local coffee shops

A monthly meetup group is brewing connections and friendships between coffee lovers at local cafes around Richmond.