Old House Woods in Mathews County, Virginia, located in the community of Diggs, is renowned for its intriguing legends and ghostly tales. Perhaps it’s because of the Chesapeake Bay, but through the years, this place has earned a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in that state. Locals claim to have seen…
Nurse Alice Still Watches over Galax
Galax, Virginia, is nestled right across the North Carolina border in southwest Virginia. This area is home to many ghostly tales, ranging from haunted buildings and a small ghost dog to the enduring story of Nurse Alice. In 1904, the elegant Hotel Waugh occupied the space where Macado’s Restaurant now sits. When a destructive fire…
The Ghostly Man on a White Horse
Hollins University has earned quite a reputation for its ghostly activity on Campus. If you’re unfamiliar, Hollins University is located in Roanoke, Virginia. I have highlighted a few stories from this area in the past, but this next one is a tale that you may not be familiar with. Legend says a man on a…
The Old Wise County Orphanage in Virginia is Nothing to Giggle About
Nestled in the rolling hills of Wise County, Virginia, sits an abandoned orphanage, where nature has slowly taken over through the years. Little history is known about the old Wise County Orphanage, but some believe that the spirits of people who once lived there are still walking amongst the living. No significant events are recorded…