Many people don’t know much about Pungo, beyond that the Pungo Strawberry Festival, held each year on Memorial Day weekend, is one of our area’s best local celebrations. So, let’s take a closer look at Hampton Road’s rural jewel. Named…
We live in Tidewater, or call it Coastal Virginia if you like. Even the name Hampton Roads means stretches of deep water, not freeways. We all live within a few miles of some kind of water – the bay, a…
There are many things to love about the city of Norfolk. If you live here, you have the opportunity of finding hidden gems over time. For those who come to visit the Mermaid City, a little help may be needed.…
By Stephanie Harris It is hot outside, in case you didn’t notice. And what better way to cool down than with a frozen treat? No matter where you go in Hampton Roads, there is an opportunity to partake of a delicious…
By Penny Neef To paraphrase a wise woman (or man), it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey. The Outer Banks is a fabulous destination. What’s not to like about miles and miles of beautiful beaches? In Hampton Roads those…
By Vanessa Flemming, Virginia Beach surfing is a bit of a conundrum. This area is not known for big swells and big names coming to the area. This is not a “typical” surfers’ destination. However, if you head out to…
By Jeff Hewitt Sometimes I wonder whether the development of sporting games proves beyond a shadow of a doubt the masochistic nature of humanity. Baseball is a sport where you have to use a round stick to hit a round ball…
By Stephanie Harris I grew up in a State with beautiful waterways, as in lakes, rivers, and creeks. Fishing was a must as my grandparents ran their own fishing dock. But here in Hampton Roads, we have so many different options:…
By Penny Neef Is there anything better than biting into a sweet, juicy, perfectly ripe strawberry? Strawberry season has begun. The crop is bumper. The strawberries are delicious. The pickings are easy. I’ve been strawberry picking twice already this spring. …
By Stephanie Harris Remember the days that we actually made the goods instead of just purchased them? Perhaps you have the gnawing sense of creativity growing in the back of your brain, but you’re not sure how to start. Luckily, Hampton Roads offers…