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Chaps Ice Cream Plans Third Scoop Shop North of Charlottesville, Eyes Hollymead

Chaps Ice Cream, the scoop shop that has anchored Charlottesville's Downtown Mall for decades, is expanding outside city limits for the first time, with a third location now in the works. The move follows the beloved local chain's recent growth onto the University of Virginia's Corner, and this time it's headed north, toward the Hollymead area.

Charlottesville, VA · 13d
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Fitness court coming to Charlottesville’s Tonsler Park

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A new fitness court is coming to Charlottesville’s Tonsler Park. It is one of ten Virginia projects that are sharing $8.6 million in grants from the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Tonsler Park’s share is $149,500. The money comes from the Federal Land and...

Charlottesville, VA · 12d
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The 3 most beloved Virginia restaurants that are now gone

Virginia’s restaurant goodbyes have continued beyond an earlier wave of local closures, and three more familiar dining spots have now served their final meals. From Richmond to Reston to Lynchburg,…

Lynchburg, VA · 23d

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GARVIE: Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn is about more than just the treats

While hundreds of events at the University are plugged to students as “must-attend” events, this Saturday, there is one particular function that should be prioritized — even over an after-darty nap. Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn is one of the University’s most beloved traditions, but beyond the enjoyment it brings, it also plays an essential role in connecting the University to the Charlottesville community.

Charlottesville, VA · 13d
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Izzie Begley running marathon to support addiction recovery

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — A member of the CBS19 team is trading the studio for the streets this weekend. Izzie Begley is running in the New York City Marathon this Sunday with her younger brother, Will.

Charlottesville, VA · 12d

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This Virginia Restaurant Brings The Flavors Of Nepal To The Table With Handmade Momos And Family Recipes

Yak momos. Wild boar curry. A crispy ring of fried rice flour bread paired with a tangy radish pickle. That lineup alone made me stop scrolling. This spot fills its dumplings with lamb, chicken, vegetables, yak, and even wild boar. Each plate comes with a special momocha masala and a roasted tomato sauce.

Alexandria, VA · 16d

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Virginia wineries look beyond the tasting room for Halloween

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Virginia wineries are finding that a good glass of wine is only part of the experience. Across the Monticello Wine Trail, wineries are increasingly giving visitors other reasons to stay and return, adding live music, food, dancing, themed celebrations and outdoor activities to the traditional tasting-room experience.

Virginia · 12d

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Seafood Lovers Fill Up At These 5 Virginia All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Piled With Crab Legs

Some days a single plate of crab just will not cut it. Virginia sits right next to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic, so it makes sense that the state has plenty of buffets where crab legs keep coming back to the line. This list covers five all-you-can-eat spots, from...

Virginia · 14d

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Why We Should All Be Drinking More Wines From Monticello

In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, winemakers are building on Virginia’s long history with a diverse lineup of grapes.

Virginia · 13d

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This Virginia Farm Lets You Cuddle Fluffy Mini Highland Cows, Brush Their Coats And Feed Them By Hand

Somewhere outside Richmond, a herd of shaggy mini Highland cows is waiting for someone to brush their bangs. Yes, cow bangs. They are real, and they are glorious. The tours here are private and hands-on. You can feed these fluffy little cows by hand and spend real bonding time with them.

Gum Spring, VA · 19d

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10 Virginia Old School Restaurants That Still Do Things The Delicious Way

One Virginia diner got its start in 1929 inside a refurbished railroad dining car. The first menu was hot biscuits and vegetable soup. Peanuts came later, and honestly, I love how that happened. Another spot on this list has been handing out handmade waffle cones since 1904. A third has...

Virginia · 15d

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Beyond Monticello: The Ultimate Charlottesville Short(ish) List

I’ve collected plenty of hometowns in my forty-three years: San Francisco; Burlington, Vermont; Charleston, South Carolina; even Imatra, Finland. But the one I chose for keeps is Scottsville, Virginia, a no-stoplight town twenty-five minutes south of Charlottesville. Get Due South. Our newsletter with Southern destinations and inspiration for your...

Charlottesville, VA · 15d

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Five Virginia Truck Stop Diners Where Long-Haulers And Locals Share The Counter

Some of the best breakfasts in Virginia are served right next to the diesel pumps. Truck stop diners feed drivers who have been on the road all night, but they also feed farmers, families, and neighbors who just want a fair plate of food. That mix of regulars and travelers...

Virginia · 14d

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Jack Brown’s acquired by Florida investment firm

HARRISONBURG, VA (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Jack Brown’s, the Harrisonburg burger and beer restaurant that has locations nationally, including one in Charlottesville, has been acquired by a Green Shoots Brands, the owners of national chains like Auntie Anne’s, Cinnabon, Carvel, Little Caesars and Dave’s Hot Chicken. The Florida investment firm will take control of all 22 Jack Brown locations, according to Green Shoots website.

Harrisonburg, VA · 15d

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BAR denies request to approve cafe counter installed before city approval

Over the summer, the owners of Sal’s Caffe Italia installed a U-shaped service counter around a tree in the space they lease on the Downtown Mall from the City of Charlottesville. They did so without first getting approval from the city’s Department of Neighborhood Development Services. “Things on...

Charlottesville, VA · 14d

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PHOTOS: Fox rescued from concrete well in Louisa

Louisa County firefighters rescued a fox from a concrete well on Monday.

Louisa County, VA · 14d

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10 Hole-In-The-Wall Virginia Restaurants You’d Never Know Serve Such Incredible Food

Ready to discover hole-in-the-wall Virginia restaurants serving incredible food?. These 10 spots deliver big flavors and unforgettable local charm!. That neon sign out front might look like it belongs in a different era, and honestly, that’s exactly what makes Burger Bar so special. Bristol’s beloved Burger Bar is the...

Virginia · 26d

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Harrisonburg-based Jack Brown’s acquired by national restaurant brand owner

HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – Jack Browns, the burger joint that introduced Harrisonburg to the likes of the Greg Brady, Cobra Kia and other specialty burgers, has been acquired by a Green Shoots Brands, the owners of national chains like Auntie Annes, Cinnabon, Carvel and Little Ceasars. The Florida investment firm will take control of all 22 Jack Brown locations.

Harrisonburg, VA · 17d

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Cville Local Deals: Fans of Nashville-style hot chicken can get twice the value at Dave’s Hot Chicken

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) — Fans of Nashville-style hot chicken can get twice the value on their next meal at Dave’s Hot Chicken through a new offer from Cville Local Deals. For $25, customers can get $50 to spend at Dave’s Hot Chicken, giving diners a chance...

Charlottesville, VA · 16d

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Corrie Lynn Green Collective at Offbeat Roadhouse

The Corrie Lynn Green Collective will pull into Offbeat Roadhouse Friday night, November 6, for a concert which will also be broadcast on WTJU. Corrie Lynn Green’s music reflects the stories of life in a small mountain town, drawing from her deep roots in rural Appalachia. She and the band are currently touring behind her latest release, Day 4 of Living on the Edge, out now on Outer Marker Records.

Charlottesville, VA · 14d