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2025 The Big Bad Wolf Returns To Busch Gardens

  The Big Bad Wolf roller coaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg has been a beloved attraction since its opening in 1984, captivating thrill-seekers with its unique suspended design and exhilarating twists. Known for its picturesque...
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Love won’t be the only thing in the air this Valentine’s Day.

Northrop Grumman’s Antares rocket’s launch has been rescheduled to Feb. 14 at 3:43 p.m.
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2021/2022 Williamsburg Virginia James City County Holiday Closings

Below are the holiday closings for James City County. You may find the City Of Williamsburg holiday closings HERE and the Yorktown holiday closings HERE. Parks: All County parks are open year-round Park Stores and Guest Services...
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Yankee Candle’s Williamsburg Virginia store closes

Yankee Candle Closes   Sadly, the Yankee Candle flagship store in Williamsburg closed on April 18th 2021. Even in the unprecedented upheaval of the Covid pandemic this came as a surprise to locals and visitors alike. The...
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Holland America Cruise Line Announces 2025 Visit to Yorktown

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Holland America Line launched its 2025 Canada and New England season, with longer voyages, new maiden ports and a 25-day “Legendary Voyage” exploring Greenland and Iceland. From May through October, the Zuiderdam will sail seven-day...
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Neo-Nazis arrested, Governor Northam declares state of emergency following militia threats

Governor Northam declares state of emergency following militia threats over gun reforms Intelligence groups report chatter echos Charlottesville rally.
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Williamsburg Virginia Pirates: To Hang A Pirate

In late 1718, a Royal Navy expedition dispatched from Virginia killed Blackbeard, the pirate, off the coast of North Carolina. Also, at that same time, 15 members of his crew were captured and brought...
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Williamsburg Virginia Hezekiah Grimsley adds his name into the NCAA transfer portal

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Hezekiah Grimsley added his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
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Cruise Line Pulls Ships from Historic Triangle Following Local Opposition

Princess Cruises has changed its summer itinerary by scrapping its planned calls at Yorktown, Virginia Ships will Instead port at Norfolk The cruise line emailed county officials, formally canceling stops in Yorktown. “To ensure our guests...