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He skipped DC’s first pride out of fear. Now Freddie’s Beach Bar owner will marry on WorldPride parade float
Freddie Lutz, the owner of Arlington’s Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant will tie the knot with his partner of 28 years on top of a float during the WorldPride Parade in D.C. It was 50 years ago when Lutz skipped D.C.’s first Pride out of fear of...
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This Small Town in Virginia Is a U.S. Dupe for the English Countryside—Here's How to Visit
Middleburg, Virginia, is a picturesque rural town about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. This under-the-radar destination is rich in old world charm, including rolling hills, independent shops, small vineyards, and country inns. These elements...

Beloved Virginia radio host is dramatically arrested after stumbling into police shootout
By ALYSSA GUZMAN FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 16:59 EDT, 5 June 2025 | Updated: 16:59 EDT, 5 June 2025 A Virginia radio DJ was arrested after he allegedly drove his car into a crime scene while drunk following a police-involved shooting. Brandon...

Critics have meltdown and accuse Trump of imposing renewed 'Muslim ban' through 'disgusting' travel order
President Trump announces a proclamation banning travel to the US from 12 countries, restrictions on other countries. (Credit: The White House) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Democrat lawmakers and social media critics are accusing...
The Three Venomous Snakes You May Find in Virginia
Rattlesnakes While HIking - Timber Rattlesnake© Joe McDonald/Shutterstock.comThere are four main types of venomous snakes native to the U.S.—rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths, and coral snakes. Virginia is home to three of these types, with...

HANSON: Biden's border nihilism will live long after he is gone
Breadcrumb Trail Links World Columnists Former U.S. president Joe Biden attends a Department of Defense Commander in Chief Farewell Ceremony at Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall in Arlington, Virginia, on Jan. 16, 2025. Photo by ROBERTO SCHMIDT /AFP...

Trump Reveals Why Egypt Was Not in Travel Ban
President Donald Trump has revealed why Egypt—where Boulder, Colorado, attack suspect Mohamed Sabry Soliman was born—was not included in the travel ban. "Egypt has been a country that we deal with very closely," he told reporters at the White...

Travelers reassured by Chatham deputies after roadside incident
PITTSBORO — What began as a frightening moment for two travelers passing through Chatham County soon turned into an example of calm, compassionate professionalism, thanks to the quick response of two Chatham County Sheriff’s Office deputies. On...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Virginia Beach city in week ending May 31?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Virginia Beach city...

Vehicle crash closes Pungo Ferry Road in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Police close Pungo Ferry Road lanes after crash. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) is responding to a crash that has closed lanes on Thursday morning. The crash happened around 7:14 a.m. Police say no...

EXCLUSIVE: Video of Z104's 'Shaggy' arrested at Virginia Beach crime scene
Breathalyzer showed BAC of .18% VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A popular local radio DJ was arrested after police said he showed signs of intoxication while trying to enter a crime scene Wednesday morning. According to officials, 43-year-old Brandon...

Brenda Joyce Moody, 65, of Virginia Beach
Brenda Joyce Moody, aged 65, passed away peacefully in Virginia Beach, Virginia, following a brief illness. Born on September 15, 1959, in Beaumont, Texas, Brenda lived her life with an abundance of love, faith, and adventure. A devoted mother,...

Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, of Virginia Beach
Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully at home on June 1st, 2025. Suzanne was predeceased by her devoted husband of 64 years, Jack Burt Jacobson, of blessed memory. Suzanne is survived by her four daughters, Maryann...

William "Bill" Womacks, 84, of Virginia Beach
William “Bill” Womacks, 84, passed away on Friday, May 30th, at home, surrounded by his family. At his request, he will be laid to rest with a burial at sea, his ashes to be released into the waters of Chesapeake Bay off Virginia Beach. Born on...

Darlene Joyce MacRunnels, 100, of Virginia Beach
Darlene Joyce MacRunnels of Virginia Beach, VA, born January 14, 1925, to Hobart and Ella Lemon in Chandler, MN, officially clocked out at 100 years young on June 1, 2025. And what a century it was. Darlene lived life in bold strokes—with a...

James Arthur Lancaster, 76, of Virginia Beach
James Arthur Lancaster, born on March 22, 1949, in Buffalo, New York, embarked on his final journey from Tarpon Springs, Florida, on May 24, 2025, at the vibrant age of 76. His life was a testament to passion, perseverance, and boundless...

10 Virginia mountain towns with rustic charm
Discover 10 charming Virginia mountain towns that combine scenic beauty, outdoor adventures, and small-town hospitality. Virginia’s mountain regions offer visitors a peaceful retreat from city life with their scenic beauty and small-town...

Statutes of Liberty: T’is the season for vacations and interns
This sponsored column is by Law Office of James Montana PLLC. All questions about it should be directed to James Montana, Esq., Janice Chen, Esq., and Taryn Druge, Esq., practicing attorneys at The Law Office of James Montana PLLC, an...

From Cameroon to Virginia: Meet Deacon Christian Njodzela
As long as he can remember, Deacon Christian N. Njodzela, 28, has felt a desire for the priesthood. The youngest of eight growing up in Vekovi, Kikaikelahki, Cameroon, Deacon Njodzela said he often attended daily Mass with his mother, where he...

Democrats denounce Trump’s ‘reckless’ and ‘discriminatory’ travel ban
Democrats and civil rights groups have criticized Donald Trump’s travel ban on 12 countries as “reckless” and “racist”, with some warning the policy may be an effort to distract Americans from Trump’s much-criticized tax bill. Trump signed a...