Kings Dominion, central Virginia’s beloved amusement park located in Hanover County, has announced the arrival of Rapterra as part of the park’s 50th anniversary season in 2025. Standing at 145 feet tall and stretching 3,086 feet long, this incredible new attraction is the world’s tallest and longest launched wing coaster, and promises an unforgettable experience filled with heights, speed and exhilarating maneuvers… View Article
Updated: July 15, 2024 Hanover County is steaming with mid-summer fun! Check out these upcoming events! Hanover County Parks & Recreation For a listing of other events, camps, classes and more, visit Hanover County Parks & Recreation’s catalog of offerings. Kings Dominion and Soak City In addition to everyday fun at Kings Dominion and Soak City, check the park’s events page for… View Article
Green Top Sporting Goods and Center of the Universe Brewing Company were recently named as grant recipients by the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). Green Top Sporting Goods has been awarded $27,000 in combined grant and sponsorship funds to help promote and offset production costs for the 2024 Green Top Outdoor Expo occurring on October 5 and 6, 2024. This free family-friendly event… View Article
Farmers’ markets are a critical ingredient to Virginia’s agriculture economy connecting rural to urban, enhancing local food systems, and supporting healthy communities. In addition to providing locally grown fruits and vegetables, nutritious protein options, and other locally produced food items, markets showcase the sights, sounds, and uniqueness of a locality and foster a sense of community among their customers. With more than… View Article
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) announced the results of the 2022 Census of Agriculture on February 13, 2024, spanning more than 6 million data points, down to the County level, concerning America’s farms and ranches and the people who operate them. Conducted every five years, ag census data provide valuable insights into demographics, economics, land use… View Article
With spring in full bloom, a visit from everyone’s favorite bunny around the corner and summer not too far away, be sure to mark your calendar with these springtime offerings in Hanover County. Kings Dominion is open on Fridays and weekends. Daily operations begin the week of Memorial Day, and Soak City opens Memorial Day Weekend. Check the park’s events page for other fun offerings included in… View Article
Kings Dominion, central Virginia’s beloved amusement park located in Hanover County, has announced the arrival of Rapterra as part of the park’s 50th anniversary season in 2025. Standing at 145 feet tall and stretching 3,086 feet long, this incredible new attraction is the world’s tallest and longest launched wing coaster, and promises an unforgettable experience filled with heights, speed and exhilarating maneuvers… View Article
Updated: July 15, 2024 Hanover County is steaming with mid-summer fun! Check out these upcoming events! Hanover County Parks & Recreation For a listing of other events, camps, classes and more, visit Hanover County Parks & Recreation’s catalog of offerings. Kings Dominion and Soak City In addition to everyday fun at Kings Dominion and Soak City, check the park’s events page for… View Article
Green Top Sporting Goods and Center of the Universe Brewing Company were recently named as grant recipients by the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). Green Top Sporting Goods has been awarded $27,000 in combined grant and sponsorship funds to help promote and offset production costs for the 2024 Green Top Outdoor Expo occurring on October 5 and 6, 2024. This free family-friendly event… View Article
Farmers’ markets are a critical ingredient to Virginia’s agriculture economy connecting rural to urban, enhancing local food systems, and supporting healthy communities. In addition to providing locally grown fruits and vegetables, nutritious protein options, and other locally produced food items, markets showcase the sights, sounds, and uniqueness of a locality and foster a sense of community among their customers. With more than… View Article
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) announced the results of the 2022 Census of Agriculture on February 13, 2024, spanning more than 6 million data points, down to the County level, concerning America’s farms and ranches and the people who operate them. Conducted every five years, ag census data provide valuable insights into demographics, economics, land use… View Article
With spring in full bloom, a visit from everyone’s favorite bunny around the corner and summer not too far away, be sure to mark your calendar with these springtime offerings in Hanover County. Kings Dominion is open on Fridays and weekends. Daily operations begin the week of Memorial Day, and Soak City opens Memorial Day Weekend. Check the park’s events page for other fun offerings included in… View Article