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It’s almost time again—time for one of the biggest barbecue-enthusiast events in all the region. It’s Smoke on the Rail in New Freedom, Pennsylvania. A vibrant community festival of annual acclaim, Smoke on the Rail is more than just a jovial get-together; it does double duty by playing host to the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship. … Continue reading Smoke on the Rail BBQ Festival in York
We typically don’t think of the Mid-Atlantic region as being ideal territory for growing cranberries. Yet, believe it or not, there do still exist a few select locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, and even Pennsylvania where you can find wild, native varieties like the larger American cranberry and smaller bog cranberry. That’s because very specific growing … Continue reading Discovering West Virginia’s Historic Cranberry Glades
Tomorrow, June 20, marks the anniversary date for when the newly formed state of West Virginia was officially admitted to the Union. The year was 1863. Before West Virginia developed a new, independent identity all its own, it was once part of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Credit: LC Hermoza (created with Canva) Today, we recognize … Continue reading The History Behind West Virginia’s Wackiest Named Towns
March may be Women’s History Month, but the observations and honoring are set to continue April 4, over on the scene at George Washington’s Historic Mount Vernon Estate. That is when the daylong Remember the Ladies Family Day event will take place. Credit: Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association As part of the ongoing semiquincentennial celebrations unfolding at … Continue reading Remember the Ladies Family Day at Mount Vernon