For the third year in a row, Hampton has been ranked one of the most affordable beach towns in America by the financial technology company SmartAsset. The city was recently ranked no. 21 out of the top 25 communities on … Continued
Norfolk Public Library (NPL) has been selected as one of 20 public libraries nationwide to receive a $10,000 American Dream Literacy Initiative grant from the American Library Association (ALA) and Dollar General Literacy Foundation. With the funding, NPL will use … Continued
Eligible Virginia Beach homeowners may have a defective central heating or air conditioning/heat pump system repaired or replaced through the Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation’s Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program. The program provides eligible low- and moderate-income homeowners with a one-time-only … Continued
Once stifled by complex regulations, the street food phenomenon is growing in Hampton Roads Virginia. Street food vendors offer a wide range of choices ranging from small food carts to custom food trucks and trailers. Hampton Roads street food is … Continued
In 2015, the City of Norfolk announced the opening of a new section along the Elizabeth River Trail. The trail consists of a 10.5 mile pedestrian and bike path which runs from Norfolk State University to the corner Hampton Boulevard … Continued
Late summer is an excellent time to visit local Virginia farmers’ markets and stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, produce, herbs, flowers, garden plants, seafood, meats, cheeses, poultry, eggs, breads, jellies, jams, arts and crafts, and more. Virginia farmers grow … Continued
This article explores accommodations in Hampton Roads Va; Bed and Breakfasts vs. Motels When visiting Hampton Roads Va, motels and hotels are usually the cheapest option. Motels are usually run by large companies and offer features such as online reservations, … Continued
In 2014, four Tidewater Virginia beaches were named as superstar beaches by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The organization designated 35 popular beaches across 14 states as superstars for consistently meeting water quality safety thresholds. Superstar beaches met national … Continued
Sustainable living involves practices which help make the best possible use of limited resources. The following list includes simple ways to live more sustainably: Visit local farmer’s markets to find locally sourced fruits, vegetables, baked goods and other foods. Utilize … Continued
A wide range of vacation rentals are available in Virginia Beach and surrounding Hampton Roads communities. Vacation rental units are usually available by the week or month, with some units available for an entire season. Rental units range from simple … Continued