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Few People Know The Real Reason Porch Ceilings In Virginia Are Painted Haint Blue In Color

Virginia porch ceilings are often painted light blue, known as Haint blue, to ward off ghosts, a tradition originating from the Gullah-Geechee people.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Aug 9
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17 Photos You’ll Only Understand If You Hail From Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Mar 22
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Here Are 20 Reasons Why Living In Virginia Is The BEST (And You Should Move Here Immediately)

by Anna Strock
on Feb 2
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Virginia’s Newest State Park, Sweet Run State Park Has Officially Opened

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jan 23
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For The First Time In 221 Years, A Rare Double Emergence Of Cicadas Is Expected In 2024

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jan 16
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There’s A Poisonous Plant Growing In Virginia Yards That Looks Like A Harmless Weed

by Beth Copenhaver
on Aug 2
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You Can Watch Wild Ponies Swim During This Wonderfully Unique Summer Event In Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 18
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Be On The Lookout, A New Type Of Tick Has Been Spotted In Virginia

by Beth Copenhaver
on Mar 20
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These 10 People In Virginia Are Ridiculously Rich – Do You Know Them?

by Anna Strock
on Jan 1
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Here Are The 11 Best Cities In Virginia To Retire

by Anna Strock
on Dec 12
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