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7 Directions of Service warns Section 106 changes could weaken Indigenous land protections
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7 Directions of Service says proposed changes to federal historic-preservation rules could make it harder for state-recognized and non-federally recognized tribes to protect ancestral villages, burial grounds and sacred landscapes.
Tidal Town Moving expands long-distance service to all 48 continental states
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Virginia Beach-based Tidal Town Moving has broadened long-distance moving coverage from Hampton Roads to every continental U.S. state and launched nine new relocation pages for high-demand routes.
Virginia tractor crashes draw attention as rural road deaths stay high
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A new study from The Warren Firm says Virginia drivers face elevated risk from tractors and other slow-moving farm equipment on rural roads.
Napaway delivers second UltraLiner sleeper coach to Venture Tours
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Napaway Coach has delivered its second next-generation UltraLiner motorcoach to Venture Tours, with service beginning in July 2026 for hockey, baseball and college sports travel.
Auberge Collection wins big in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards
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Auberge Collection had 23 properties recognized in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, the highest percentage of awarded hotels among luxury hospitality brands.
Zenvoya tops 10,000 users as it pushes AI travel planning into one chat
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Zenvoya says it has surpassed 10,000 users as it tries to keep travelers inside one conversation from trip planning through booking and in-trip support.
Nicholls sets July 22 auction for Amelia County home with highway frontage
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Nicholls Auction Marketing Group says bidding will close July 22 on a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Amelia County, Virginia, that includes road frontage on two roads, a detached shop and storage container.
Pretty Little Hair Co. launches in Virginia Beach with styling, color and extensions
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Pretty Little Hair Co. has launched in Virginia Beach, offering hair styling, custom coloring and extensions with online booking.
Studio Center wins top ad and marketing award in Coastal Virginia
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Studio Center was named Gold winner for Best Ad/Marketing Agency in CoVaBIZ magazine’s 10th Annual Best of Business Awards in Virginia Beach.
Ant infestations surge in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake after wet spring
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Property owners in Hampton Roads are dealing with a record rise in ant infestations as heavy rain, a mild winter and local development push colonies into homes and businesses.
Virginia Beach video firm wins Communicator Award of Distinction
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Kevin Makes Sense Media in Virginia Beach won a 2026 Communicator Award of Distinction for a promo video made for the local classic rock band The Intangible Cats. The recognition comes from one of the industry’s largest competitive awards programs…
Virginia garden centers still selling invasive plants, survey finds
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A first statewide survey found invasive plant species for sale at many Virginia retail garden centers in 2025, including several common landscaping plants.
AT&T and Broccoli City launch new R&B experience in Virginia
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AT&T and Broccoli City are launching Holding Hands: An R&B Experience on Sept. 19, 2026, at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia.
Alexandria hotel targets family travelers seeking relief from urban overtourism
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Courtyard Alexandria Old Town is being positioned as a base for multi-generational travelers who want historic experiences without the congestion of major city centers.
The Canopy begins leasing new Virginia Beach apartments
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The Canopy is now leasing 132 new apartments and penthouses in Virginia Beach’s Hilltop district.
Edna Bangan-Sabino releases memoir on faith, travel and purpose
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Edna Bangan-Sabino has released Miles to Go, Promises to Keep, a memoir that blends travel writing, family memories, faith, and reflections on migration and teaching.
Lion Garage Door backs Liberty Military Housing EXPO Day in Virginia Beach
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Lion Garage Door Repair & Installation is sponsoring Liberty Military Housing’s Spring Living with Liberty EXPO Day on April 28, 2026, in Virginia Beach.
Alloy Labs adds seven banks in first half of 2026
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Alloy Labs said seven community and mid-size banks joined its consortium in the first half of 2026, expanding the network to 90-plus institutions across 46 states.
Nacho Figueras leads celebrity polo showcase at Morven Park
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A star-studded International Polo Tour event at Morven Park in Leesburg, Virginia, brought together celebrity players, luxury travel partners and international dining ahead of the Sept. 19 public Sunset Polo finale.
Registix hires Neal Shelton to lead business development and partnerships
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Registix has appointed industry veteran Neal Shelton as senior vice president of business development and partnerships to expand work with national brands and retailers across home and hardlines.
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