Virginia travel, real estate & services

3+ hour, 36+ min ago (34+ words) Thousands of shipwrecks lie in the 4,080 square miles of the Bay and its feeder waters. The archaeologists, divers, and other enthusiasts who seek, explore, and track them say their labors of love ......

4+ hour, 18+ min ago (1164+ words) ALEXANDRIA, VA " November 28, 2025 " PRESSADVANTAGE " NextDAY Cabinets Alexandria Showroom has enhanced its wholesale cabinet offerings to better serve professional contractors, builders, and dealers throughout the Northern Virginia and DC Metro region. The expansion focuses on providing faster lead times and comprehensive design support for commercial and residential projects requiring high-quality cabinetry solutions. "Professional contractors need reliable partners who can deliver quality products quickly without compromising on craftsmanship," said a spokesperson for NextDAY Cabinets Alexandria Showroom. "Our enhanced inventory and streamlined ordering process allow builders to maintain project timelines while accessing factory-direct pricing that helps them stay competitive on bids." Beyond traditional cabinet offerings, the Alexandria facility provides bathroom vanities, storage solutions, and flooring options from MSI and Shaw Flooring. This comprehensive product range allows contractors to source multiple project components from a single supplier, simplifying logistics and potentially qualifying for volume…...

5+ hour, 31+ min ago (217+ words) Norfolk State Spartans (4-4) at Arizona Wildcats (6-0) Tucson, Arizona; Saturday, 4 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Wildcats -34.5; over/under is 147.5 BOTTOM LINE: Norfolk State takes on No. 2 Arizona after Rodney Baines scored 30 points in Norfolk State's 136-79 victory against the Virginia-Lynchburg Dragons. The Wildcats have gone 3-0 in home games. Arizona is seventh in the Big 12 scoring 85.5 points while shooting 51.0% from the field. The Spartans are 0-3 in road games. Norfolk State has a 2-4 record against opponents over .500. Arizona's average of 6.7 made 3-pointers per game is 1.7 fewer made shots on average than the 8.4 per game Norfolk State gives up. Norfolk State averages 6.0 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 fewer made shots on average than the 7.2 per game Arizona gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: Dwayne Aristode averages 1.8 made 3-pointers per game for the Wildcats, scoring 7.0 points while shooting 52.4% from beyond the arc. Jaden Bradley is shooting 58.2% and averaging…...

12+ hour, 36+ min ago (154+ words) The Union Bears (12-0) face the Ridgeview Wolfpack (11-1) in a Class 2 Virginia (VHSL) high school football regional final Saturday afternoon at Bullitt Park in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. The winner will advance to face Glenvar (13-0) in a Class 2 state semifinal Saturday, December 6. The state championship game is set for Saturday, December 13. Union defeated Ridgeview 42-21 during their regular-season meeting Oct. 9. Opening kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 29, with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. " WATCH: Union vs. Ridgeview football is livestreaming on NFHS Network What: The Union Bears play the Ridgeview Wolfpack in a VHSL high school football playoffs Class 2 regional final. When: Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 29. Where: Bullitt Park | Big Stone Gap, Virginia Watch live: Watch Union vs. Ridgeview live on the NFHS Network...

12+ hour, 40+ min ago (449+ words) November 28, 2025, 4:34 PM With millions of new dollars to help attract tourists to Fairfax County, leaders in the Northern Virginia suburb are recommending a grant program for local businesses and the possibility of upgrading sports fields to make it a more attractive place to host events. During a Board of Supervisors Economic Initiatives Committee meeting this week, Visit Fairfax CEO Barry Biggar said new investments can help the county increase its economic activity from tourism to $5 billion within three to five years. Tourism contributed $3.9 billion in economic activity in 2024, Biggar said. "We will expand direct sales," Biggar said. "We will elevate our marketing to key areas that we know will perform. We will also utilize this to attract major events such as the National Senior Games, something we have never been able to do before." The county is expecting to have…...

12+ hour, 44+ min ago (1062+ words) ALEXANDRIA, VA " November 28, 2025 " PRESSADVANTAGE " NextDAY Cabinets Alexandria Showroom has enhanced its wholesale cabinet offerings to better serve professional contractors, builders, and dealers throughout the Northern Virginia and DC Metro region. The expansion focuses on providing faster lead times and comprehensive design support for commercial and residential projects requiring high-quality cabinetry solutions. "Professional contractors need reliable partners who can deliver quality products quickly without compromising on craftsmanship," said a spokesperson for NextDAY Cabinets Alexandria Showroom. "Our enhanced inventory and streamlined ordering process allow builders to maintain project timelines while accessing factory-direct pricing that helps them stay competitive on bids." Beyond traditional cabinet offerings, the Alexandria facility provides bathroom vanities, storage solutions, and flooring options from MSI and Shaw Flooring. This comprehensive product range allows contractors to source multiple project components from a single supplier, simplifying logistics and potentially qualifying for volume…...

14+ hour, 34+ min ago (507+ words) November 28, 2025, 7:39 PM What started as a school project for Sukhi Mahadevan and Rithika Kanakamedala when they were sophomores in high school has become a larger effort to curb domestic violence in Virginia. The pair wanted to do something to give back to their Loudoun County community, so they began arranging local fundraisers. But then, they came across Loudoun County's women's shelter and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services. It draws people from nearby jurisdictions and those as far as Richmond, and some of them are looking for legal help or financial resources, Mahadevan said. The circumstances inspired them to try and do more. The revelation ultimately led to the launch of Her Voice, a nonprofit that aims to help teens prevent dating violence. Using events and a podcast, the group is evolving to spread potentially life-saving messages. "We felt that…...

14+ hour, 53+ min ago (786+ words) SSC gets floodlights as five World Cup games are set for Maitland Place Peace Corps returns North: 23 new volunteers sworn in Chameera, Mishara take Sri Lanka to the final with a thrilling win Sri Lanka back Asalanka as captain Sansa, Lisa shine at BSC Athletics Meet Norfolk Foods (Pvt) Ltd, a pioneer in the Sri Lankan frozen food industry, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of Crumbs by Crescent, a frozen bakery solution designed to bring restaurant-quality taste and convenience to both households and professional kitchens. The Culinary Art Food Expo served as a launchpad for the brand, where chefs from leading star-class hotels sampled the products and offered positive feedback. Many highlighted how the range could seamlessly complement hotel buffets, high teas, and " la carte menus, while also serving as a convenient, ready-to-bake option for restaurants and…...

17+ hour, 4+ min ago (550+ words) A video showing a Suffolk and Norfolk mayoral candidate using a swing while furiously debating Labour's budget has been called out for being "a bit odd". Tim Passmore, who is running to be mayor of Suffolk and Norfolk - and is currently the police and crime commissioner in Suffolk - uploaded the video on his social media on Wednesday. The video shows the 66-year-old swinging back and forth while shouting his criticisms of Rachel Reeves at the camera. It also appears to be shot in a playground and includes around 42 seconds of energetic swinging by the politician. Kevin Keable, who is also running to be regional mayor as a Liberal Democrat, described the video as "a little strange" and "a bit odd". He said: "It's just a bit of a stunt, and it doesn't really show any vision or ambition. "I want…...

17+ hour, 49+ min ago (170+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) " A new boba tea shop just opened up today at the Rosedale Apartments on Graves Mill Road. Happy Lemon offers an assortment of fun treats and tea, as well as smoothies, frozen lemonade, and bubble waffles. The owners say this is one of three businesses they own. "Actually, we have a salon, a nail salon, and we wanna like challenge ourselves. By going to a different, like different criteria. This is our first time doing food and beverage," said co-owner Khai Ngo. SEE ALSO: Postal workers gear up for holiday rush with high tech sorting and Operation Santa The owners also mentioned that this location is the first to have an AI drink maker, which precisely measures ingredients to make sure your favorite drinks taste the same every single time. The owners noticed that boba tea is…...