Improbable Astronaut Roy Bridges
Roy Bridges calls himself an improbable astronaut. In fact, that’s the title of his autobiography, and he still views his...
Libation Vacation Around Virginia
The tune to Little Big Town’s “Wine, Beer, Whiskey” invariably pops into my head when I think of a certain road trip that...
A Fight for History in Hobson
Mary Hill was born and raised in Hobson, Virginia, the seventh generation descended from the deep roots of a powerful...
10 Virginia Women in Wine
Melanie Natoli After leaving her career as a physical therapist, Natoli became the winemaker and vineyard manager at Cana...
Teenage Entrepreneur Cookie Chris
On a Saturday morning, while most teenagers are unwinding from the school week, Chris Knight Jr. is preheating the ovens...
Somm Words of Wisdom
Women’s ascent is the wine world’s big buzz, but Lindsay Bennett has long been a leading certified sommelier locally. Her...
From the Ground Up with Farmer John
If you want to know the best time to plant peas and spinach in Coastal Virginia, how to cultivate great soil locally or...
Welcome to Missy Elliott Boulevard
“Misdemeanor’s in da house,” and now she’s got her very own street. Portsmouth’s own Melissa Arnette Elliot, aka hip-hop...
Diversifying Philanthropy
We were founded with the idea that you’re not a silo—it’s about who you can help and impact through the products and...
Turtle Takeover at the Aquarium
After a call went out to artists earlier this year for the opportunity to paint a 2,508 square foot canvas on the Virginia...
Sly Clyde’s Cider Brothers
The Smith brothers’ family has been in business in Phoebus for more than 100 years. Sly Clyde Ciderworks, their popular...
Maia Chaka Makes NFL History
The electrifying feeling of stepping foot onto the field of an NFL game is unmatched—“magical” as Maia Chaka describes it....
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Transform Your Backyard into a Staycation Retreat
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Six Easy Spring Backyard Projects to do During Quarantine
In our pre-quarantine lives, the spring season likely meant being slammed with work obligations, end-of-school events and...
Dealing with Anxiety: 5 Simple Tips to Help You Relax
Feeling a little anxious these days? Us too. It seems like no matter how hard you try, it’s very easy to find yourself...
Home and Garden Guide: Tips for Improving Your Spaces This Spring
Spring is an ideal time to refresh your residence. Whether you’re looking to add some interest to your ceiling or choose...