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This Virginia Town Is So Cheap, You Can Live On Nothing But Social Security

There’s a small city in Virginia where your Social Security check doesn’t just survive, it actually thrives, and its name is Hopewell. Most retirement advice sounds like it was written by someone who has never actually tried to live on a fixed income. “Downsize your expectations,” they say,...

Hopewell, VA · 1d

The Daily Advance

Bertie County Animal Shelter reopens to rave reviews

It is a cliché at this point: When one door closes, another one opens. So goes the story of the Bertie County Animal Shelter. The complaints, controversy and consternation brought on by the condition of the former Bertie County Animal Shelter have come to a close with the opening of the county’s new animal shelter. Officially opened on Friday, Oct. 30, and christened with a highly anticipated ribbon cutting, the new shelter, with a hefty roadside sign, looks welcoming. Inside, the shelter hadn’t been used and each of the 16 rooms, complete with an exit door to an outdoor kennel, would seem comfortable to a dog whether strayed or not. A bright blue sky was the perfect backdrop for Bertie Manager Juan Vaughan to welcome guests and offer a new outlook for Bertie County and its animals. “I am honored and very grateful to stand before you today as the county manager. Before we kick things off, I wanna make sure everyone is in the right place,” explained Vaughan. “If you intended to come to one of the most beautiful places in North Carolina, I want you to know, you’re in the right place. If you intended to come celebrate

Bertie County, NC · 1d

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10 Virginia November Festivals Worth Planning A Fall Weekend Around

A life-size copy of Stonehenge made entirely of Styrofoam sits on a farm in Virginia, and you can visit it this fall. Honestly, I would plan a whole trip around that one sentence. November here keeps getting stranger and better. One weekend brings a free fantasy festival where wizards, fairies,...

Charles City, VA · 3d

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Hertford County announces major manufacturing milestone

WINTON - Hertford County is gaining national attention as U.S. Forged Rings, Inc. (USFR) announces a strategic manufacturing agreement with Oklo, Inc., an advanced nuclear technology company, to support the future production of components for Oklo's Aurora powerhouses. Under the agreement, Oklo will reserve manufacturing capacity at U.S. Forged Rings'...

Hertford County, NC · 2d

Rocky Mount Telegram

Nash County is joining Operation Green Light

The Nash County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Monday supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans, a national initiative that recognizes military veterans and raises awareness of the challenges many face after returning to civilian life. The resolution was presented by Nash County Veterans Services Director Anthony Rogers, who urged the county to join communities across the nation in showing support for veterans and their families. Operation Green Light, an initiative of the National Association of Counties and the National Association of County Veteran Service Officers, encourages residents, businesses and local governments to display green lights in the week leading up to Veterans Day. The display from Nov. 4 through Nov. 11 is a visible symbol of gratitude and support for those who have served in the armed forces. The resolution cites the sacrifices made by military personnel, the stress many service members experience during the transition to civilian life and the continuing role veterans play in their communities through civic organizations, public service and volunteer work. Following the presentation, commissioners offered their appreciation to Rogers and highlighted the ongoing needs of veterans throughout Nash County. Nash County Commissioner Wayne Outlaw thanked Rogers for both his military service and

Nash County, NC · 2d

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C4EE’s EnergyFEST 2026 brings North Carolina’s energy future to life

ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. — The Center for Energy Education (C4EE) brought together students, public officials, farmers, educators, energy professionals and community organizations on Oct. 1 for EnergyFEST 2026: The Future Is Fully Charged, a day focused on North Carolina’s growing energy needs, renewable energy innovation and the role rural communities can play in shaping the state’s energy future.

Roanoke Rapids, NC · 1d

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Richmond seeks redevelopment concepts for Northside property

Richmond is seeking concepts for the redevelopment of a city-owned Northside property.

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Winter is coming: Inaugural WinterWorld schedule revealed

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - 804Live has released the event schedule for the inaugural WinterWorld at CarMax Park. The winter festival will include a 12,500-square-foot ice skating pond, an ice slide, a Ferris wheel, and the tallest live Christmas tree in Richmond, standing at 45 feet. WinterWorld will also have several...

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Residents, soon-to-be married couple in a jam after 3-alarm apartment fire in Richmond

Frustration lingers for residents, business owners and other renters at the Richmond multi-use building that caught fire a week ago. This includes a soon-to-be married couple, who lost their wedding venue.

Richmond, VA · 2d

WTVR CBS 6

Chesterfield plans region's first publicly run domestic violence shelter

Chesterfield County plans to transform an existing building into what officials say would be the region's first publicly run domestic violence shelter.

Chesterfield County, VA · 17h

Axios Richmond

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Richmond is first stop for LEGO's holiday workshop tour

A LEGO Holiday Workshop is popping up in Richmond this weekend — and it's the first stop on LEGO's nationwide holiday magic tour. Why it matters: The free, two-day pop-up lets fans of all ages build, play and get into the holiday spirit — LEGO-style. State of play: The workshop takes over West Broad Village in Short Pump on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 7–8) with seven interactive, holiday-themed stations. Attendees can: 🚗 Build and race LEGO cars down ramps, play LEGO video games and create their own holiday stories. 🦌 Make a mini LEGO reindeer to take home, build ornaments for a community tree and snap photos with a LEGO Yeti. 🧱 Let little builders explore a LEGO DUPLO play area designed for preschoolers. 🎁 Post a photo of your ornament with #BuildtoGive, and LEGO will donate a set to a child in need. What they're saying: LEGO chose Richmond as the tour's first stop because of its growing presence in the region, a company spokesperson tells Axios. That includes its $1 billion Chesterfield factory and a Prince George distribution center, both set to open in 2027. "Our growing team is proud to call Greater Richmond home," LEGO said in

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Holiday events in Richmond require early booking for 2026 season

Area families preparing for the holidays must book several popular regional Christmas events ahead of time.

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New Kristallnacht exhibit opens at Virginia Holocaust Museum

A new exhibit on Kristallnacht has opened at the Virginia Holocaust Museum.

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Joe Morrissey returns to local government after 2-year break from politics

Controversial politician Joe Morrissey is back in the public eye after being elected to serve on the Petersburg City Council, and he's ready to get to work.

Petersburg, VA · 2d

Virginia Mercury

At SCC hearing, Virginians say Dominion-NextEra merger could mean higher bills, new risk

In downtown Richmond outside the State Corporation Commission Thursday, dozens of protestors shouted their opposition to the NextEra-Dominion Energy merger, as public testimony in the case proceeded inside the SCC courtroom. Some demonstrators held aloft effigies of the three SCC commissioners, while others gave speeches outlining their concerns about the deal, saying it would create […]

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The News Leader

Virginia War Memorial adds Staunton general's WWII papers to archive

The family of Brig. Gen. Morris Thompson Warner donated his personal wartime papers, correspondence and military records to the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, preserving the story of a Staunton native who helped train and lead American infantry forces during World War II. The collection offers a firsthand account of Warner's military service and his connection to Staunton and the Shenandoah Valley. Warner began his 28 years of military service as a cadet at Pennsylvania State University, where he graduated as cadet commander of the corps. According to his family, he was federalized into the U.S. Army for deployment to Europe during World War I, but the war ended before he was stationed there. In 1922, Warner was assigned as training and plans officer for the 116th Infantry Regiment, a Virginia National Guard unit with historical ties to the Stonewall Brigade. A history of the regiment lists Warner as its training and plans officer beginning Aug. 10, 1922. He rose through the ranks while also building a small manufacturing company and participating in civic life in the Shenandoah Valley. As World War II intensified, then-Lt. Col. Warner took command of the 116th Infantry Regiment and oversaw the preparation of its

Staunton, VA · 3d

WTVR CBS 6

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Richmond works on its first urban forest master plan at Libby Hill Park

🌳 Richmond held a ceremonial tree planting at Libby Hill Park as the city builds its first-ever urban forest master plan, a long-term guide backed by a $6 million federal grant. 🌳

Richmond, VA · 1d

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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.

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