Virginia Travel Guide for 2012 is released
The state's tourism agency has released the 2012 Virginia Travel Guide.
The Virginia Travel Guide highlights new destinations, family favorites, wineries and attractions for people considering vacationing in the Old Dominion.
New features this year include year-round vacation ideas, a special section on small towns, scenic drives and a listing of the newest attractions opening in Virginia.
The guide comes in four cover designs: Southwest Virginia's artisan gateway Heartwood in Abingdon, Sandbridge in Virginia Beach, the Bluemont general store in Loudoun County and historic Fort Monroe in Hampton.
Visitors can request a free copy of the 2012 Virginia Travel Guide, which is available in print or electronic form, by going to www.Virginia.org or calling (800) 847-4882.
Shipbuilding employee writes safety song
Newport News Shipbuilding is hoping that music will help promote safety at the Virginia shipyard.
The division of Huntington Ingalls Industries has released a song written by one of its shipbuilders.
The song, called "Safety First," was written by shipfitter Alfred Flythe for a contest sponsored over the summer. He says jobs at the shipyard can be dangerous if safety isn't the first priority. Flythe says he's excited the song will serve as a reminder to his co-workers.
Flythe's rap song was one of 25 contest submissions in genres ranging from country and gospel to rock and rap.
For winning the contest, Flythe is getting $1,000 and production of the music video featuring his rap.
From staff and wire reports
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