America 250

Celebrating 250 years of the American story through local voices, powerful storytelling, and community connection.

America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes

Descendants of first enslaved Africans to arrive in Virginia reflect on America's 250th anniversary

America 250: How Jiffy Mix grew from Depression-era recipe to national staple

Most Americans think founders would be disappointed in today’s US

America 250: The birthplace of recreational boating

Tall ships sail out of Norfolk, bringing an end to a historic weekend

America 250: Coast Guard marks 100+ years in Grand Haven

Festival goers soak up final moments of Norfolk's 50th Harborfest

News 3 Anchor Anthony Sabella talks Juneteenth Festival and Harborfest

Conor Hollingsworth aboard the Esmeralda as it nears Downtown Norfolk

First Warning Forecast: Rain clears out in time for Harborfest weekend

Coverage of the Parade of Sail, Juneteenth from Downtown Norfolk

Juneteenth festivities underway: Patti LaBelle, Sister Sledge set to perform later tonight

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America 250: The Stories

Descendants of first enslaved Africans in VA reflect on U.S.'s 250th anniversary

The Tucker siblings, descendants of Antony and Isabella who arrived at Point Comfort in 1619, share what America's 250th anniversary means to their family.

How Jiffy Mix grew from a Depression-era recipe to national staple

Chelsea Milling Company, the family-owned maker of Jiffy Mix, opened its doors to Scripps News for a behind-the-scenes look at how a Great Depression-era recipe became an American staple.

Most Americans think founders would be disappointed in today’s US

As celebrations begin, many Americans feel the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be disappointed with how the U.S. has turned out.

How a Michigan town helped launch recreational power boating in America

The father of recreational boating came from a small town in Michigan. 🚤 Learn how Christopher Smith's Chris-Craft changed the water — and American summers — forever.

How one city became the heart of U.S. Coast Guard culture over 150 years

Grand Haven has celebrated the Coast Guard for 150 years — and the bond between this Michigan city and its service members is stronger than ever. 🇺🇸⚓

Tall ships sail out of Norfolk, bringing an end to a historic weekend

The last tall ships sitting at the Norfolk Waterside are set to sail out on Tuesday, bringing an end to a historic weekend.

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