The Virginia Flyover

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1788, Virginia’s General Assembly elected Richard Henry Lee of Westmoreland County and William Grayson of Prince William County as the state’s first U.S. senators. Both Anti-Federalists, they assumed office on March 4, 1789.

In case you missed it on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla took on the warning spreading all over social media that coffee on an empty stomach is doing damage you can’t feel. Gastroenterologists weighed in, backed by endoscopies on more than 8,000 people, and their answer isn’t what the internet says. Plus, a common morning combo can backfire, sending blood sugar levels climbing when you’d least want them to. So is your pre-breakfast cup safe or not? Tune in here!

Could you be paying too much for car insurance? Later today, you’ll receive a special email featuring a free comparison tool from Money.com. See how rates from multiple insurers stack up and whether you could save, with no paperwork or obligation to switch.

Today’s sponsor, Dr. Steven Gundry MD, shares why he believes an overlooked everyday item may affect weight and energy, along with a DIY approach to explore at home.

Virginia Beach Tourism Tops $4 Billion

Tourism had a $4 billion economic impact in Virginia Beach in 2025, according to a report Visit Virginia Beach released Thursday.

The city drew 14.4 million visitors, up 0.6% from 2024, and they spent an average of $7.2 million a day. Tourism supported 34,704 jobs, nearly one in five in the city, and generated $352.3 million in state and local taxes.

That’s up from a $3.9 billion impact in 2024, when 14.3 million people visited.

Richmond Anchor Signs Off after 42 Years

Longtime CBS 6 anchor Cheryl Miller signed off Friday, ending a 42-year run at the Richmond station she joined in 1984.

The Rochester, New York, native began her broadcasting career in 1973 and was inducted into the Silver Circle honor society in 2023. She’ll keep hosting “Battle of the Brains,” the high school quiz show she’s led since 2003, and will work on special projects for the station.

“So this is not goodbye. It’s just so long for now,” Miller told viewers.

Montgomery County Plans 250th Birthday Bash

Montgomery County will celebrate its 250th anniversary and Veterans Day with a free event from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in Uptown Christiansburg.

The lineup includes food trucks, live music, World War II veterans’ stories, and the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets drill team. The night ends with fireworks and a drone show at 7 p.m. from Huckleberry Park.

The county, formed in 1776, is named for Revolutionary War Gen. Richard Montgomery.

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➤ Sterling: The Northern Virginia Christmas Market, set for this weekend at the new DTC Expo at Dulles Town Center, was canceled because the venue didn’t have occupancy approvals, leaving about 150 vendors scrambling until the market returns Nov. 12-14, 2027. (More)

➤ Alexandria: The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum marks its 20th anniversary with a free open house from 1 to 5 p.m. today, where Edward Stabler’s 1790s daybook will be on display. (More)

➤ Williamsburg: The Virginia Cat Festival wraps up today at the Greater Williamsburg Sports & Events Center, its new home after the festival sold out its old venue two years in a row. (More)

➤ Norfolk: A slow-moving cold front brought record rainfall to Hampton Roads on Friday, flooding low-lying roads in parts of Norfolk and Portsmouth. (More)

➤ Roanoke: Virginia’s Veterans Parade stepped off downtown Saturday with the Roanoke County Corps of Cadets, local high school JROTC units, and a Toys for Tots collection along the route. (More)

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➤ Old Dominion forced six turnovers, including Mario Thompson’s 42-yard scoop-and-score, to snap a three-game losing streak with a 21-8 win at Coastal Carolina. (More)

➤ Liberty visited New Mexico State last night as a 14.5-point favorite, seeking to improve to 8-1 overall and 5-0 in Conference USA. (See Details)

➤ The Washington Commanders will host the Los Angeles Rams today at 1 p.m. The Rams have two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett active for the first time since Week 1. Meanwhile, Washington enters the game with just two active receivers who have caught a pass this season. (More)

➤ No. 9 Virginia men’s basketball faces No. 12 Arkansas today in a national spotlight at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., the home of the Washington Capitals and Wizards. The game will be broadcast on ESPN. (More)

➤ JMU men’s basketball fought hard on Friday night against No. 23 Kentucky, falling 89-80 in a game that featured 18 lead changes after a 15-3 second-half run by Kentucky killed the Dukes’ chances. (More)

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➤ National parks, including Shenandoah, will waive entrance fees Wednesday for Veterans Day. (More)

➤ Metro Richmond Zoo’s Ice Age Invasion, featuring life-size animatronic prehistoric animals, has been extended through Nov. 20. (More)

➤ Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge will close its 25th anniversary season on Nov. 30. (More)

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