Features

Keely, Better than Ever , by Beatrice S. Richardson

The great jazz and swing artist Keely Smith, born and bred in World War II in Norfolk, has lost none of her appeal.

Nato’s Norfolk Admiral , by Jo Ann M. Hofheimer

Ian Forbes, who commands NATO’s U.S. operations from Norfolk, is leading change in an agency that is evolving by day. Plus, a guide to the 50th Anniversary of the Azalea Festival.

NOVA’s Enduring Appeal , by Scott Deckman, Lora Engdahl, Tracey Edgerly Meloni, Ann Cochran

D.C.’s suburbs hold many secrets, both shopping and dining. Here’s a start.

In Every Issue

Letters | Contributors | Natives | Reviews | Style | Bellwether | About Town | Odd Dominion | Departures

Upfront

S.S. United States Not Scrap Yet , by Garland Pollard

Virginia liner, pride of Newport News Shipbuilding, rusts away in Philly.

Tales of Two Hospitals , by Garland Pollard

Plus lighting Yorktown, Cousteau and fly fishing.

Virginia’s Dino with Fins , by Christine Ennulat

Rare fish rarely evolves, but often a good ride.

Who’s Sweeping Up? by Pat Thompson

Top Virginia local news teams.

Behind the Baton: David Wiley , by Cara Ellen Mondisset

Roanoke Maestro’s long career began at age 5.

Departments

Food | Easter Egg Fun , by Henry L. Waller

Dipping Sauer-style makes a tasty quiche.

Restaurants | Williamsburg , by Meg Woolfolk

The eateries that aren’t on the tourist maps.

Garden | Azalea Advice , by Sally Brown

Taking your azalea growing to the next level.

Sport | Steeplechase , by Ann Wright, Betsy di Julio

A primer on the upcoming horse racing season.

Travel | Mustang , by Tricia Pearsall

A gracious kingdom where you meet with the king.