Amie Knowles

Virginia

Reporter at Martinsville Bulletin

Reporter at The Dogwood

Writer. Traveler. Adventure Seeker.

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Articles

From DC to Danville: 5 new restaurants to try along US 29

1 month ago | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

SIENA, ITALY - JULY 05: Scottish chef Gordon Ramsay holds a cooking class at the Castel Monastero Resort on July 5, 2012 in Castel Monastero - Siena, Italy. (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images) Ready to road trip? Map the most delicious stops for your next Virginia adventure. It’s time to bust out the Willie Nelson record.
Refresh your spring playlist with these 5 Virginia artists

1 month ago | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

FILE - Missy Elliott performs at the 2019 Essence Festival at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans on July 5, 2019. Missy Elliott, Kate Bush, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Chaka Khan, “Soul Train” creator Don Cornelius and the late George Michael will be inducted into the hall on Friday night.
6 unforgettable spring adventures to experience across Virginia

1 month ago | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Photo of Dismal Falls by Amie Knowles With the temperatures rising, Virginia’s outdoor adventure scene is springing into action. We’ve felt breezes of warmer weather drawing near—and with the whispers of spring in the air, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the wonders of our beautiful commonwealth.
A daily journey through Virginia’s Black history: From Civil Rights to cultural icons

2 months ago | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Photo of Ella Fitzgerald by AP Photo/Bob Dear, File Join us as we take you on a daily journey across Virginia to explore some of the most meaningful ways that Black history shaped the commonwealth. February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the significant contributions of Black Americans throughout history.
What we know about the tragic midair collision near DCA

2 months ago | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Tragedy occurred in the airspace near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), located in Arlington, on Wednesday night. Around 9 p.m. on Jan. 29, American Airlines Flight 5342, en route from Wichita, Kansas, collided with a US Army Blackhawk helicopter from Fort Belvoir in Fairfax County. A search and rescue mission immediately ensued along the Potomac River amid reports that a total of 64 passengers and crew members were on board the commercial flight, and three were in the helicopter.
No, I’ve never spanked my seven-year-old son

Jan 24, 2025 | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Long story short: It’s absolutely possible to raise an awesome human being without whooping them. Feel free to come at me with your opinions. I’ve pretty much heard it all by now. Over the past 2,500+ days that my son, Colton, has been on planet Earth, he’s never once been spanked. Yeah, he’s a pretty chill kid. Always down for whatever. Active in the church youth group. Practices jiu jitsu. Has the best sense of imaginative play. Thrives in team sporting environments. Exceedingly friendly and kind.
Academics, drive are hallmarks of the Virginia Tech women’s basketball team

Jan 15, 2025 | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Virginia Tech's Elizabeth Kitley (33) high-fives fans after a second-round college basketball game in the women's NCAA Tournament, Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Blacksburg, Va. Even the handful of players selected in the upcoming WNBA draft will find it difficult to continue their pro careers. Kitley is thinking twice about leaving college, where they enjoy various amenities due to Title IX, including taking charter flights vs flying commercial.
The Ultimate Virginia Winter Bucket List

Jan 13, 2025 | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Photo courtesy of The Soda Fountain at the Floyd Country Store Discover fun things to do—both indoors and outdoors—in our beautiful commonwealth’s coldest months. If you’ve got a case of cabin fever, we’ve got just the antidote for you. While temperatures plunge throughout Virginia, that doesn’t mean the fun grinds to a halt.
This Virginia city ranked as one of the best for college basketball fans

Nov 22, 2024 | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

Home to the University of Virginia, it’s no surprise that Charlottesville scored among the best cities nationwide for college basketball fans. A WalletHub study analyzed nearly 300 cities spanning the country, taking factors like the number of teams per city, the teams’ winning percentage, and the fans’ social-media engagement into account. The city of Charlottesville scored the 25th spot, ranking as one of the best places for US college basketball fans.
Richmond elects Dr. Danny Avula as first Indian-American mayor

Nov 12, 2024 | vadogwood.com | Amie Knowles

From public health professional to mayor, Dr. Danny Avula’s historic win marks a new chapter for Virginia’s capital city. Dr. Danny Avula became a household name in the commonwealth in 2021, when then-governor Ralph Northam appointed him as the COVID-19 Vaccine Coordinator. Now, Avula is making history again. The physician, with a longstanding career in public health, recently won his mayoral bid in Richmond.