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Young & Hungry + Chowderfest: Williamsburg’s Most Delicious Weekend Returns Under the Big Tent

If fall in Williamsburg had a taste, Scrumptious Weekend would be it. As the air cools and the leaves take on their golden glow, Williamsburg gathers for one of its favorite traditions — a weekend that celebrates food, friendship, and the creative energy of our culinary community. This year, two beloved events — Young & […]

Showing Feedback: The Seller’s Favorite Love-Hate Relationship

Part of my “Thinking About Selling?” Series for Homeowners from Richmond to Virginia Beach If you’ve ever had your home on the market, you know the routine: strangers parade through, peek in your closets, make sure your pantry is organized (thanks, Marie Kondo), and then vanish. Later, you wait for “feedback” as if it’s Yelp […]

Hampton Roads Housing Market Sees Inventory Climb and Sales Surge – September 2025 Update

Hampton Roads saw a healthier market in September 2025: active listings rose 17.91% year over year while pending sales climbed 13.67% and settled sales increased 9.57%. The median sales price reached $365,000 (up 4.32%), suggesting a more balanced but still competitive environment for buyers across the Tidewater region.

Williamsburg & James City County Approve New School Funding Contract — A Win for Local Families

Great news for local families — Williamsburg and James City County have officially renewed their partnership to keep WJCC Schools unified! 🎓👏 A new funding contract boosts investment in teachers and students, ties funding to enrollment, and locks in stability through 2030. After concerns last year about a possible split, it’s reassuring to see both localities commit to working together for our kids’ future. 💙

New Homeownership Grants Opening Soon — Up to $20,000 Available for Virginia Buyers in 2025

Most people don’t realize just how much down payment assistance is actually available — and many who do qualify never apply. That’s why I’m shouting this from the rooftops: The 2025 AHP Homeownership Set-Aside Grant Program officially reopens on Monday, February 24th, and funding limits have increased significantly this year. This isn’t hypothetical. My own […]

Williamsburg’s Occasion for the Arts Returns October 4–5, 2025

WILLIAMSBURG, VA – October 4–5, 2025 Downtown Williamsburg will once again transform into a vibrant open-air gallery for the 52nd Annual Occasion for the Arts. Every block of Duke of Gloucester Street will be filled with color, sound, and creativity — from fine art exhibits and live music to dance, theater, and interactive demonstrations. What […]

FARM DAY at Udder Nonsense Creamery – September 28, 2025

CHARLES CITY, VA — September 28, 2025 (Sunday, 11 AM – 3 PM) Mark your calendars! In just one week, the gates swing open for Farm Day at Udder Nonsense Creamery, located at 12800 The Glebe Lane, Charles City, VA 23030. This family-friendly event is quickly becoming a local favorite, combining food, music, and authentic […]

101 Lakeshead Drive: Classic Williamsburg Living on Over an Acre

101 Lakeshead Drive in Williamsburg is a 3,430 sq. ft., 3-bedroom, 3-bath home on a private 1+ acre lot, offered at $700,000. The property blends Williamsburg charm with modern updates, featuring formal and casual living spaces, a vaulted great room, and a renovated kitchen. Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system, encapsulated crawlspace, and a 2022 water heater. Zoned for Magruder Elementary, Queens Lake Middle, and Bruton High School, the home is ideally located near Queens Lake, with optional pool and marina access, and just 1.5 miles from New Quarter Park with extensive trails and outdoor activities. Everyday conveniences, dining, and shopping — from Trader Joe’s and Costco to Second Street and Virginia Beer Company — are all within a few miles, and Colonial Williamsburg is just 3.5 miles away.

Step Back in Time: The Charles City County Historic Homes & Gardens Tour

Explore Charles City’s Historic Homes & Gardens Tour along the James River with plantations, churches, and Capital Trail stops.

Nearly Half of Home Sellers Are Offering Concessions, According to Redfin

September 2025 -According to a recent report from Redfin, 44% of home sellers nationwide are offering concessions to buyers — a figure just shy of the highest level ever recorded. Concessions can include things like covering closing costs, offering credits for repairs, or providing funds for interest rate buydowns. What’s notable here is that while […]