April 2025 Issue
Hargrave Military Academy Relaunches Flight Program
Hargrave Military Academy announced the revival of its aviation program through a strategic partnership with Averett University’s FAA-approved Part 141 flight school in Danville. The collaboration allows Hargrave cadets to pursue aviation studies, complete ground-school and flight lab courses for college credit, and gain hands-on flight experience. “The desired outcome is for cadets to complete […]
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Around the world, as both a beverage and a pastime, tea is steeped in history and ritual. From the casual to the ceremonial, tea is a throughline for many cultures, and now, it’s enjoying a renewed interest from beverage pros who are drawn to tea’s unique flavor characteristics, health benefits, and cultural connections. Recently, two […]
The U.S. DOE Labeled These Virginia Schools Outstanding
Eight Virginia schools received the National Blue Ribbon 2024 award for their high performances. The Exemplary High Performing Schools are Spring Hill Elementary in McLean, Green Run Collegiate in Virginia Beach, Bethel Manor Elementary in Hampton, and St. Andrew the Apostle School in Clifton. The Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools are Central Academy Middle […]
Virginia’s Top 10 Summer Festivals and Events 2025
STAUNTON – Festival of Concerts June 26–Aug. 2: The stunning strums and resounding chords of classical music echo through Staunton’s mountain landscape as Heifetz International Music Institute students from around the world take the stage, with new concerts every day. HeifetzInstitute.org GLOUCESTER – Food Truck Frenzy July 13: Virginia’s most mouthwatering food trucks descend on […]
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