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Renowned Folk Singer Killed in Hit and Run, Tributes Pour In

A renowned folk singer beloved by his local Richmond community has been killed in a hit and run. As reported by ABC 8, 75 year old Harry "Gerry" Laverty was found "down and unresponsive" after police were called to the scene of the crime. The incident occurred on November 6...

Highway marker to commemorate rock legend

It happened in 1957 at a sock hop in the old Fredericksburg Arena – a native-American musician named Link Wray first played what would become a huge hit – the instrumental known as Rumble:. Wray is now remembered for his innovative use of distortion or fuzz and the...

There’s A Historic Train Depot In Virginia That Whisks You Back To The Early 1900s

There’s a spot in Montpelier Station, Virginia where the calendar on the wall still reads 1927, the telegraph equipment sits ready for the next message, and the only thing missing is the sound of a steam whistle cutting through the trees. The Historic Montpelier Railroad Depot, built around 1910,...

A retired Chesterfield teacher appeared on the Today Show while reconnecting with former students

A retired Chesterfield, Virginia teacher has been on a mission to reconnect with former students for over a year. What started as a slow process made national news when Trisha Johnson appeared on NBC's Today Showin New York City. It helped her locate more of her 400 students, according to WTVR 6 News.

Varina alum and artist celebrates school’s historic milestone with gifted painting

Artist Joseph Mack has been commissioned by the families of several legendary entertainers – Chadwick Boseman, James Brown, B. B. King, and others – to create portraits of them. But coming home to dedicate a portrait to his alma mater, Varina High School, was a special full-circle moment for

Valley of the Seven Stars Music Festival won’t return to Nelson County farm

NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Valley of the Seven Stars Music Festival will not return to Oak Ridge Farm after two years at the Nelson County property. Host artist GRiZ said the farm’s ties to slavery played a role in his decision. GRiZ announced the change in a...

A 312-year-old Stradivarius made a secret stop in Fredericksburg

For one night in October, the James Monroe High School auditorium was home to one of the most famous violins in the world, and almost nobody knew it was coming. Violinist Timothy Chooi joined the Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra on Oct. 23 for Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, playing the 1714 “Dolphin” Stradivarius, the instrument famously associated with Jascha Heifetz. For security reasons, the orchestra didn’t announce the violin’s appearance in advance.

The Wood Brothers at The Jefferson 11/11

Grammy Award-nominated group The Wood Brothers come to town with plenty to crow about. The progressive Americana trio is celebrating its 20th anniversary, and touring in support of its latest record, Puff Of Smoke. The band’s ninth album of original music explores the state of the human condition and pathways for overcoming the turmoil of the current geopolitical environment. With a new live album due out early next year, this concert offers a solid opportunity to catch the act at a time when it’s particularly dialed into its stage show. $49.55, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com.

Rocking Richmond’s Iron Blossom Festival

Richmond, VA (November 10, 2026)—The Iron Blossom Music Festival has its remit down cold: Show music fans a good time with two days of great music and sound to match. Handling that last item in late September was local production company Soundworks of Virginia, tackling sound duties at Midtown Green, just as it has since the event was founded four years ago.

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Kings Dominion’s new Hops & Harvest Festival takes over International Street

DOSWELL, Va. (WWBT) - Kings Dominion is debuting a new festival this fall, turning International Street into a festive gathering place complete with fall foods, local drinks, live music and family activities. It’s called the Hops & Harvest Festival, and it runs from noon to 6 p.m. on select dates...

Two Central Virginia schools chosen to produce Disney musicals

Two Central Virginia schools have been chosen to produce Disney musicals through the corporation's Stage Connect program.

Your Family Guide to Holiday Parades Near Fredericksburg

Make time for holiday parades near Fredericksburg, and explore more holiday and seasonal fun to enjoy with your family. Find holiday parades in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Colonial Beach, Bowling Green and other nearby communities. Listings include dates, times and locations to help you plan your family’s outing. Some celebrations also...

Grab your popcorn: WinterWorld announces Friday Movie Nights lineup

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - WinterWorld at CarMax Park is just around the corner, and the list of movies for Friday Movie Nights has been revealed. The inaugural WinterWorld will be open Nov. 19 through Jan. 3, and will include a variety of family-friendly activities. The lineup for Friday Movie Nights...

'Love Island USA' is casting Virginia singles for Season 9

'Love Island USA' is casting Virginia singles for Season 9.

Virginia Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies

Richmond-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to enter the nationwide Chief of Cheer contest.

Visitor Center exhibit showcases Patawomeck Tribe’s literal roots

For David Jett and his fellow Patawomeck tribal citizens, the objects on display in the Fredericksburg Visitor Center this past Friday held dual meanings. “Where others see a poplar tree, we see a bark basket or a dugout canoe,” he said. “Where others see pine needles as an annoyance to sweep off your porch, we see a basket.”

Spotsylvania student rep: “Prioritize student art over AI”

In her last meeting as student representative to the Spotsylvania School Board, Cora Shields asked division staff for support. “I would like to ask SCPS staff to consider asking art students to create their school flyers and posters,” Shields said during her comments at Monday’s school board meeting.