Virginia’s love for wine is no secret. It dates back centuries with Thomas Jefferson’s personal endorsement of wine as a suitable beverage. However, when you mention “Virginia Wines” to anyone, you are met with one of two reactions: an overwhelming expression of excitement and testament to how fabulous they are or an exasperated eye roll that says it all. Whichever one you fall under is fine with us, but as avid wine drinkers we feel... more ›

The Ides of March are upon us, and we have a possible bioterror attack on our hands. More on that in just a second. First, we turn to the corner of North Capitol and F streets. Last week, we told you about how St. Patrick's Day port-a-johns outside the Dubliner signaled the first sign of spring. Well, the drinking tent went up this past weekend, as you can see from this DCist photo we... more ›

If you have been patiently waiting for the pinnacle of fall foilage and didn't find time to steal away last weekend, now is the time. This weekend--or maybe Friday since DCist encourages escaping work for life enhancing experiences (or, ehem, crushes)--take a drive into the scenic surrounds and catch a glimpse of nature's colorful display that is autumn. The Foliage Network says leaves are at their peak right now. And lucky you! You live near one of the hot tourist areas for fall foliage viewing, Virginia's Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive. more ›

The Shenandoah Valley has beautiful scenery, but an ugly problem: methamphetamines. The Post says that Viriginia officials are trying to get a better understanding of the use of "poor man's cocaine" in the area. more ›