Over the summer, a team of VCU students and their teacher digitally preserved the last genuine Smithfield ham. Why it matters: Their work will help a Virginia museum maintain its vast collection of ...

SMITHFIELD, Va. — In an Isle of Wight tradition, the world's oldest ham (also affectionately called Hammy) is celebrating its 120th birthday at the county museum this Saturday. The ham was cured in ...

SMITHFIELD, Va. — When you think of Smithfield, you probably think of bacon, pork, or ham. But what about the town itself? "It's the best place to be," said Jim Abict, the owner of The Christmas Store ...

The 39th annual Ham and Yam Festival is happening in Smithfield on May 3, 2025. WRAL is a proud community partner for this event. This annual festival is known for its live music, country ham biscuits ...

Smithfield, a leading pork provider, has launched their 2022 holiday campaign, which champions ham over turkey for all holiday dinners, beginning with Thanksgiving. Chicago-based agency The Escape Pod ...