McDonald’s announced a new menu item landing next Tuesday called the Grandma McFlurry. McDonald’s describes the new McFlurry as “sweet – just like grandma – and features a delicious syrup and chopped, crunchy candy pieces (like grandma’s favorite treat that she hid in her purse!) – all blended in our creamy vanilla soft serve. It’s…… Read More
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Going Viral: The Perfect Way to Cut a Sandwich Has Been Discovered
Do you cut sandwiches down the middle, or diagonally? What if BOTH of those options are wrong? A man in Florida named Ryan Duff posted a photo the other day of a grilled cheese sandwich, and said he “perfected” it by trying a different cut he came up with. It’s Y-shaped, so you end up…… Read More
Norfolk Tides And HRT Offer Free Rides To & From Harbor Park This Season
If you’re heading to a Norfolk Tides game this season, you can get a free ride on Hampton Roads Transit’s Tide! Harbor Park attendees can save on time, gas, and parking fees while avoiding the crowds and congestion coming and leaving the park. The complimentary rides are available two hours prior to first pitch and…… Read More
Virginia Peninsula Food Bank’s Shelves Are Low- Donate These 8 Most-Needed Items
In a region where 1 in 10 Virginians grapples with the harsh realities of hunger, the Virginia Peninsula Food Bank extends a helping hand to families navigating the challenges of food and nutrition insecurity. Here are the top 8 items currently on their most-needed list: Canned protein Canned veggies Canned Fruits Pop-top soups Sauce Pasta/Rice…… Read More
Recycle and Donate: Your Guide to Christmas Tree Disposal in Hampton Roads
When it comes time to take down the Christmas tree yu can donate or recycle your undecorated and unflocked tree to organizations in Hampton Roads. The Virginia Aquarium has partnered with Marine Stewards America (MSA) to collect and recycle Christmas trees in support of marine-focused conservation. Bring your Christmas tree to the aquarium’s East Parking…… Read More
Virginia Beach Named One of the Best Cities in the U.S. for Thanksgiving
Wallet Hub just released its annual list of the best cities for Thanksgiving and Virginia Beach ranked in the top 10! The results are calculated based on 18 metrics across five categories: Celebrations and traditions, affordability, safety, weather, and how “thankful” each city is. That last one is based on donations and volunteering. According to…… Read More
Discover Hampton’s Hidden Gems: Two Local Beaches Ranked Among Virginia’s Top 10 Secret Getaways
VaDogwood.com recently unveiled a list of Virginia’s top 10 “hidden gem beaches,” and Hampton proudly boasts two noteworthy entries. The article highlights Outlook Beach at Fort Monroe, labeling it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts due to its impressive array of features, including 89 bird species, nine types of trees, and a staggering 249 species of…… Read More
Portsmouth-Based Mercy Chefs Deploys to Maui to Assist Residents Impacted by Wildfires
Portsmouth-based Mercy Chefs has deployed to Maui to help those affected by the catastrophic wildfires on the island. On one of its first days, the team packed hundreds of meals into their cars to make meal deliveries in areas of great need. According to a Facebook post, volunteers “went into parks and neighborhoods where people,…… Read More
Large Mural Opportunity in Norfolk Seeking Artist!
Norfolk’s NEON District is on the hunt for a mural artist for a big job. The new mural space will be located at Granby Street and Brambleton Avenue, a spot with more than 40,000 cars passing by a day. They’re looking for a mural that is welcoming to all, energetic and exciting. A $10,000 stipend…… Read More
New ‘Parks After Dark’ Program to Launch in Virginia Beach for the Summer
The City of Virginia Beach and Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation has announced a new free event series at Williams Farm Park this summer. Parks After Dark will begin on June 8 and run to Aug. 26 featuring live music, movies, lawn games, food trucks, and more. The new initiative was created to help establish…… Read More