Music, Arts & Entertainment
Virginia Film Festival opens its schedule ahead of October ticket sales
Charlottesville’s five-day festival runs October 21–25, with public ticket sales starting October 2.
Sep 25, 2026Search
Travel & Lifestyle
Make a mountain weekend of Grayson Highlands’ fall festival
Old-time music and traditional food demonstrations are on the September 26–27 schedule.
Sep 25, 2026
Living
Virginia drought order prepares temporary relief for hay deliveries
The transport-waiver period begins October 1; farmers and carriers should check the agencies’ published terms.
Sep 25, 2026
Your Community
Fairfax parks invite neighbors to turn a Saturday morning into public service
September 26 projects include litter removal, invasive-plant work and a trail-sign unveiling at Lake Accotink.
Sep 25, 2026
Politics & Government
Virginia orders new data-center planning tools and an AI task force
A September 18 executive order sets deadlines for community guidance and environmental reviews.
Sep 25, 2026
Business & Innovation
Quantum software company Phasecraft chooses Ballston for its U.S. headquarters
The British company plans 19 Arlington jobs as it develops algorithms for practical quantum computing.
Sep 25, 2026
Today
Newport News ship-repair expansion carries a $180 million investment plan
S23 Holdings plans 414 jobs and a larger River Port complex, according to Virginia economic-development officials.
Sep 25, 2026
Living
More play, more together: Backyard Court Builders brings family time home
A backyard court creates room for friendly competition, everyday connection and one more game before dinner.
Sep 20, 2026
Travel & Lifestyle
A day on the water does not have to start with buying a boat
Rentals, guided outings and club memberships solve different problems. Start with the kind of day you actually want.
Sep 20, 2026
Business & Innovation
In Hampton, a closer look at the dust a Moon landing leaves behind
NASA Langley is testing how rocket plumes interact with simulated lunar ground—and what that means for landing hardware.
Sep 20, 2026
Politics & Government
Beyond the headline: how to follow a bill through Richmond
The text, the votes and the final action: a practical reading guide to the decisions being made in your name.
Sep 20, 2026
Travel & Lifestyle
A slower day on Skyline Drive: plan your Shenandoah fall getaway
Choose an entrance, make time for the overlooks, and check cashless admission and fall driving conditions before you go.
Sep 20, 2026