Category Archives: Appalachia

Meet Virginia’s Black History Month Heroes

February 22, 2012   No comments

In honor and celebration of Black History Month, we thought we’d throw in a little mid-week tribute to some of our favorite African American Virginians. Annonymous There are many, many more than listed here–some who’ve done remarkable things without media attention

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Point of View: Sam Shinault

February 3, 2012   No comments

Occasionally, Meet Virginia takes a step away from the road and onto the path of others doing their unique parts to introduce this great state to the masses. This week, we are focusing on Wytheville-born Norfolk-based Virginia photographer Sam Shinault.

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Stanley, VA

January 20, 2012   6 Comments

Meet Virginia has taken her first trip! Last weekend we went to Stanley, VA in the Shenandoah Valley for two days. Located just a few minutes from Luray (known for Luray Caverns) and also a popular haunt for those seeking

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Meet Virginia: An Intro

January 12, 2012   1 Comment

Welcome to Virginia! I’m jESiO and I’ll be your tour guide on this travel adventure through the most diverse state in the US. This is a travel blog–but it isn’t your average hyperlinked and tourist trapped guide to the obvious.

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