40 Things To Do In The Shenandoah Valley This Summer!

The picturesque Shenandoah Valley offers unlimited activities to enjoy nature, taste new things, support local, and fall in love all over again! We have compiled a list of 40 incredible things to do, sorted into various categories, to ensure you have an unforgettable...

Debunking 7 Myths About Buying New Construction

In the ever-evolving world of real estate, new construction homes have become a popular choice for homebuyers. However, misconceptions and myths often surround these modern dwellings. In this article, we aim to dispel seven common myths associated with new...

Short Sales VS Foreclosures: Understanding the Difference

Introduction In the world of real estate, two common terms that often come up are “short sales” and “foreclosures.” While both involve the sale of properties under certain circumstances, they differ in significant ways. This article aims to...

NW Works Garden Project

On Tuesday, April 25th, over fifty individuals bustled determinedly across the NW Works Campus. Members of the staff excitedly supported the individuals attending their Day Support Program with activities like weeding, trimming trees, and spreading mulch while classic...

Emily in Winchester

After a whirlwind campaign, Emily Rose Windle got to work on keeping her promises to the Second Ward including bringing back North End meetings to keep residents apprised of what is happening on city council. As the city’s youngest councilor, she is utilizing...

Virginia Wines Offer History and Experimentation

Virginia’s wine history traces back to 1607 when the Virginia Company successfully established the Jamestown colony. Captain John Smith’s accounts of abundant native grape varietals sparked a fervent desire to produce wine in the New World. In 1619, the...

Four Square Architect Kyle Hopkins Revitalizes the Past

Piccadilly St is currently seeing a rebirth in the reuse of old buildings, with Four Square Architects, led by Kyle Hopkins, at the forefront of several projects. Walking through Old Town, you might be familiar with some of their recent projects, such as the...

Sustainable Food Solutions for the Urban Jungle: Fox Urban Farms

Most people do not imagine growing five acres of food on a quarter acre of gravel when they look at an infill property in a city, but that is exactly what Ann and John Fox saw when they surveyed 1001 S Loudoun St. Fox Urban Farms LLC grows fresh greens, microgreens,...

Blandy Experimental Farm Continues Traditions

As self-proclaimed Winchester ambassadors, we frequently hear that access to nature is one of local folks’ favorite aspects of living here. Blandy Experimental Farms and the Virginia State Arboretum are among the many attractions in Winchester that provide far...