Currently paying $454 a month for 2 cars and just received a letter showing that it’s going up again next month, like wtf?! Only claim I have is when a deer hit my car over a year ago. Anyways, I’ve been with this company for 8 years or so. I definitely need to find a new insurance company.

As much shit as you guys like to give Maryland drivers—90 percent of you sit in the left lane without regard for the million signs saying don’t cruise in the left lane and then flash your lights (instead of honking) when people pass you. It’s kinda crazy.

I’m 28 and bf is 35. Do y’all have any places or events that are cool for that age range? Any type of category is fine. We were going to the Vangough exhibit but they’re closed

New to the group, so if this exact question has been answered in a thread please kindly direct me to it!

My partner and I are thinking about moving to Virginia from Texas. For context: We are black, in our 20’s and would love to stay in a diverse, affordable, vibrant city close to Dulles (IAD).

Any recommendations on cities to research? Also any tips on Virginia ‘need to knows’ are welcomed!

I moved to VA a few months ago and this is not the first time I’ve noticed a business adding fees in the “tax” section. The sales tax is much less than this so it looks like they’re just adding a $1.10 fee to the bill. It’s very annoying.

Hey all, I am looking for a place for me and my wife to vacation for a handful of days in Virgina preferably in the mountains near the applachians, we were planning on going to western Nc but for obvious reasons we had to cancel. any ideas are appreciated!

Hey guys! I am traveling to Alexandria for work this week and I’m staying a little extra to maybe do some sight seeing. Looking for something to do Friday evening as well as Saturday daytime. Beautiful parks, amazing brunch spots, local favorites… things F39 friendly 😂😬 Bonus points if it’s close to old Town/ Eisenhower East area. Thanks!!!

Looking into Richmond or Arlington area.

The average rent for a 2bd apartment here is $2500/mo. 10% sales tax on everything including food. And the traffic is horrific.

I WFH so a job isn’t an issue, I simply don’t make enough to live here. I’ll need high-speed internet, preferably fiber to the house.

Anyone have wisdom to share?

Edit: thanks for all the replies, you’ve brought me closer to decision. I don’t care about night life or fancy stores. Just tired of working 60 hours a week to survive.

Copied from the Virginia State Police's post because I didn't see it in this sub yet. A farmer was checking his mail when he was hit by two cars, neither of which stopped. Here is the post:

Virginia State Police is seeking the public's help with identifying two vehicles that struck a pedestrian Friday (Nov. 8th), in Fauquier County.

The hit-and-run crash occurred at 5:47 p.m. on Route 806 (Elk Run Road) at Flippo Lane.

An adult male pedestrian was walking eastbound across Route 806 when he was struck by a northbound SUV. The pedestrian was then struck by an unknown southbound vehicle. Neither vehicle stopped at the scene.

The pedestrian died at the scene.

The initial striking vehicle is believed to be a late 1990s to early 2000s Nissan SUV, silver in color. The Nissan will have front-end damage.
The unknown vehicle may have damage to the front end.

The crash remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Virginia State Police Senior Trooper J. Tanner at 540-347-6200 or email questions@vsp.virginia.gov

Hello,

I’m looking to relocate in about 4 years and I wanted to gather some first hand knowledge from the locals.

I’m looking to buy some property in central Virginia.

How it is living in Charlottesville area? ( I’m open and looking at other areas, but this particular area is currently in my interest)

Job opportunities are okay?

Economy doing well?

Land or property taxes to expect?

Pros and cons you feel everyone should know?

Also, what’s the skinny on the rules with owning livestock on your property?

Cheers!

Please help with any information you can. He was last seen in Springfield virginia 6 days ago. His family is very worried and are looking for any help in locating him.

I hate no one. I just disagree on which direction this country should go. I know I often struggle with empathy; I will be the first to admit this. When someone gets upset my first thought is why, what is the purpose? I struggle to understand why others feel the way they do. I understand many emotions are going through you right now as they go through me. And while our emotions might be different at the moment, I hope somewhere we can meet in the middle.

Perhaps the why behind my vote this election could be best put into terms like this perhaps this will give you some insight on my feelings.

Abortion:

At some point a baby is a separate life from the mother, I don't believe it just comes alive the moment it exits the womb. At some point well before that it is alive. My mother was born 12 weeks premature. I would argue the earliest say possible c-section or premature birth could count as a marker of life and when rights for the baby can be established in law.

That in mind, I don't believe it should be nationally legislated as many different people disagree on this. I am of the opinion that we each can achieve law were all happier with if we keep it to the states. Places like Florida and California shouldn't be forced to stomach each other's ideal of what makes good law, as neither will end up happy.

Student Loans:

I work and attend community college full time. I do this so I don't go into debt. It's not the fun filled life of living on a college campus and having that phase of life. I know that to take out a loan just for that serves no point and will only drive me into debt. I believe those who do that sort of thing need to be going to there to get a degree enabling them to easily get a high paying job or be able to afford it in the first place.

The current narrative around student loan forgiveness as far as I can tell is basically giving full ride scholarships based on no merit whatsoever. If the focus was solely on better regulating the loans, getting rid of maybe compounding interest, and determine eligibility for loans based off economic viability of degree, then I would support such a movement. Not giving free full rides to some (not all of those on the ballot to be forgiven) who shouldn't have taken them out in the first place.

Free Healthcare:

I'm very much a realist and kind of cynical. When people say the term free healthcare and point to European countries or Canada, they never also point out what the expense of it. Nothing is free. We the American taxpayer would be paying for it. I'm a pretty healthy person, why should I pay for someone else's medical fortunes. I'd rather my tax dollars be less, I like my money, and for them to go to programs or areas that directly or indirectly benefit me.

I would support more regulation around prices in the healthcare industry, because even I will admit we have a problem. My brother has to pay absurd prices for epi-pens. But I don't believe the solution is another government program.

LGBTQ+

Imma be brief on this because it's really not a topic I focus on just because it doesn't affect me on either side of the debate. I'm not a woman nor am I someone who identifies in the community. My belief is that everyone should leave each other alone. If people don't want to use pronouns don't force them. If people want to have some sort of surgery on their dime don't get in the way. If people want to marry cool beans I don't know em. If people don't want to have to compete in the same league as another, don't force them.

The Canidates Themselves:

Donald Trump:

I will be the first to admit he says some crazy things and has been involved in some crazy things, but he has energy. I feel like he will actually fight for the American people and succeed. Now I do understand our definitions of success might be different, but I believe he will achieve what I think is best.

Kamala Harris just didn't feel like she would be able to stare down someone like Putin in the same way Obama did. She just lacked...Idk energy if you could call it? Tim Walz was the same, I just felt they were both kind of lackluster. Compared to someone like AOC or perhaps Warren who actually have some sort of drive some jubilance to them.

Am I racist or misogynistic for voting for Trump? If you had presented me Tulsi Gabbard or Vivek Ramsey I would have voted for them in a heartbeat. I just disagree on the Canidates and their policy, just like the 15 million democrats who didn't show up this time.

I hope this can give you insight on why some of us voted the way we did.

I'm trying to figure out the status of same-sex marriage in Virginia if the Respect for Marriage Act is repealed. (Obergefell seems less relevant, as the RFMA codified its decision and would thus supersede, I think?)

I know about the Marshall-Newman Amendment, but it looks like the Bostic case declared it unconstitutional. So if we imagine a scenario where RFMA is repealed, do we still get to have same-sex marriages in Virginia? What happens to existing Virginia-issued marriage licenses, the recognition of existing elsewhere-issued licenses, and the issuing of new ones?

I've tried reading Wikipedia and a few other sites, but I haven't figured this out, so help is appreciated.

First off he is an idiot and I am thankful that he didn't kill anyone. It was 11pm and he was out joyriding basically with his friend in the new car he bought. When he described where he was at I was surprised to hear that the speed limit was so low for that stretch of road as it basically just connects a main road in the town with the expressway, but still at 80 mph he definitely knew exactly what he was doing. He was arrested and taken to jail but we bailed him out and now we're waiting for his trial in a few days. This is his first offense at age 19 and he will have an attorney but honestly I don't think the situation is looking too great for him.

How will it effect us that and project 2025 I’m curious what does everyone think?

Hey, yall. I'm coming down from Maine for my birthday this year and I'm really interested in finding some things to do. I definitely want to see some live shows, anything punk or metal but not knowing a damn thing about the region makes it hard to plan. I'll be staying in the Springfield area and I'm not afraid of an hour or 2 of travel. I'm big into music so wherever there's music happening I'd like to be! Thanks in advance!

Also retro game stores are a high priority as well!

I did say in a comment that music venues that allow smoking are preferred.