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A community isn’t a community without the people and places and businesses that make it unique. From our annual Giving Back Awards to interviews with influential and talented people who call Coastal Virginia home, we explore the personalities, organizations, events and destinations that make up our community fabric.

Brian and Randy Pack took over operations of Smithfield Station in the early 2000s and have steadily added to their portfolio including the planned 37 North in Hampton.

Brothers Homegrown Hospitality

Randy and Brian Pack expand on family legacy with the purchase of Decoys Seafood, River Stone Chophouse and Vintage Tavern...

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Good Luck Cellars winery in Kilmarnock

The Grapevine Puppy Patrol 

Squad of mostly rescue dogs bring more than favorable fortune to Good Luck Cellars winery in Kilmarnock By Barrett Baker...

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Left to right: Board Treasurer Bruce Holbrook, Founder Gerald Yagen, Museum Director Keegan Chetwynd, Elaine Yagen, Museum Board Chair Dr. Edward George

Aviation Museum’s High-Flying Gift 

Military Aviation Museum founder’s $100 million to sustain unique collection of aircraft Photo Above Left to Right: Board Treasurer Bruce...

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Ribbon cutting for 505 Washington in Portsmouth Wednesday October 2, 2024. ImageS courtesy of Consociate MediaLightwell Development, Tim Foley

A Historic Day at 505 Washington 

Smartly reimagined Professional Building in Olde Towne part of ongoing revitalization efforts It was a sunny fall day in Olde...

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courtesy of Nauticus

Design, Build, Sail at Nauticus

Latest phase of Reimagine Nauticus features highly interactive Design, Build, Sail! exhibition Ever wonder what it’s like to sail a boat? Take...

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MUSEUM READY A sparkling art gallery with vaulted ceiling and a two-tired coral chandelier is connected to the Gallery House by a breezeway and surrounded by windows.

Artistry of Norfolk’s Gallery House

“Gallery House” in Norfolk combines French country with California contemporary, sundrenched interiors, expansive spaces and an artist’s sensibility  By Betsy...

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The Civic 50 Hampton Roads

Honoring Community-minded Companies in the Region In Partnership with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads Since 2023, Coastal Virginia Magazine and CoVaBIZ have partnered with...

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Veteran-owned Tropically Inspired

Virginia Beach locals launch the region’s newest ready-to-drink brand, oo-Lah Cocktails By Grace Silipigni Spicy margarita by the fireplace, anyone?...

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Katelyn Swiader

Local Singer Finds Her Voice at EVMS

Ever since Katelyn Swiader watched The Little Mermaid at 8 years old, she has been captivated by the voice....
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Route 11 Sweet Potato Chips

How Sweet Are These Potato Chips?

Popular Virginia-based Route 11 Potato Chips’ colorful origins and delicious partnership with Quail Cove Farms in Machipongo By Betsy DiJulio...

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Neptune Festival Activities

The 50th Annual Neptune Festival

For the last five decades, Virginia Beach has been closing out the summer season and celebrating beach life with a...
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Photo Courtesy of Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Halloween Happenings: 5 To Try

Here are five chilling events we caution our readers to attend only if ready to fight for survival. Bwahahaha…...
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LIVING LAB, WARMER WORLD: The Pru & Louis Ryan Resilience Lab is designed to be a global model for coastal resilience and is located within a newly coined district showcasing businesses dedicated to eco-friendly practices, businesses such as Electrified Marina.

Resilience on Display in New EcoDistrict

Composed of more than 15 businesses, the EcoDistrict is dedicated to restoring Knitting Mill Creek by reducing pollution and increasing...
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Who Was the Real Witch of Pungo?

A new book by history professor Scott O. Moore aims to give us the most in-depth historical account yet of...
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MOTEL MAKEOVER The popularity of shows like Netflix's Motel Makeover has spurred interest in rehabbing classic mid-century motels. Williamsburg's own Rochambeau Roadside Inn in The Edge District is getting a new life. Rendering courtesy of Two Rivers Realty Partners

Modernizing the Motor Lodge

Rochambeau Motel was built in 1954 on Capitol Landing Road, and it was a family-run establishment for nearly 70 years....
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The College Crunch: Tips for Seniors

With the help of James Madison University Associate Director of Media Relations Chad Saylor, we have gathered some information and...
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