Feature Articles

Whether you’re planning to visit for a day, weekend or longer, Kilmarnock has something for everyone. As the largest incorporated town and commercial hub in Lancaster County, Kilmarnock has both chain stores and independently-owned businesses that offer visitors and residents dozens of dining and shopping options. There are even...

At the mouth of the Piankatank River on the Chesapeake Bay’s western shore, Gwynn’s Island is as charming as it gets. While it may be sleepy in the winter months, summertime on the island is like a scene from a picturesque bay-side paradise post card. With a rich history...

A truly Chesapeake-culture tradition is workboat racing and for the second year in a row that tradition is coming back to Yorktown. Whether in days of sail or motor power, watermen racing home from fishing grounds was a daily event and brought bragging rights to the winner back at the...

When visiting Colonial Beach, much of the attention is focused on the beach and Potomac River. But tucked away on the other side of the peninsula and on the quieter Monroe Bay, you will find a hidden gem: Los Hermanos Cantina & Mexican Restaurant. True to its name, Los Hermanos...

Middlesex County Museum (MCM) was recently gifted two original land grants from the late 1700s. Both were signed by the seated governor of the commonwealth at the time as awards to two different residents of the county of Middlesex. Both were awards for service preformed during the American Revolution. These...

NORTHUMBERLAND—The public is invited to savor the flavor of Virginia wines from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. April 19 at the Tavern Wine Fest on the grounds of Rice's Hotel/Hughlett's Tavern (RHHT), 73 Monument Place, Heathsville. Tickets will be sold at the gate for $15, which includes a free etched wine glass for tastings. Food and other wine-related vendors...

The beauty and history of Gloucester County abound in its rivers and exquisite shoreline homes and will be showcased Saturday, April 26. Historic Garden Week in Gloucester, presented by the Garden Club of Gloucester and Mathews, includes access to three amazing waterfront properties and the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester. Visitors will enjoy the warmth and tradition of two homes along the...

The Garden Club of the Northern Neck will host an Historic Garden Week tour from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, April 30. This tour on the Crab Point Peninsula, along the Rappahannock River in Lancaster County, will offer a glimpse into the region’s rich historical heritage and distinctive architecture. Four breathtaking...

This year’s house and garden tour on Friday, May 2, hosted by the Garden Club of the Middle Peninsula, will return to Middlesex County. The tour promises to be of interest to avid gardeners and history buffs alike, while providing a glimpse of waterfront living. Visitors will enjoy visiting...

Gloucester’s beloved tradition — the 39th annual Daffodil Festival — is just around the corner. Mark your calendars for Saturday and Sunday, April 5 and 6, and get ready for a weekend filled with live entertainment, delicious food, unique vendors, and, of course, breathtaking daffodils. This family-friendly festival takes over...