"Truck Stop on I-95" Ashland by grandmaR

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Truck Stop on I-95 - Ashland
Perkins in Ashland - Ashland

Perkins in Ashland

The Town of Ashland's website starts out by saying: Affectionately known as the “Center of the Universe” by residents for its central location within the state, Ashland is located in the heart of Hanover County.

Developed by the railroad as a mineral springs resort, the origin of the town dates back to the late 1840s. Officially incorporated on February 19, 1858, the town was named “Ashland” after native son Henry Clay’s estate in Kentucky.

Waffle House menu - Ashland

Waffle House menu

When I was applying to colleges, my mother (who wanted me to get 'poise and culture') insisted that I apply to a couple of women's colleges. One of them was Randolph Macon Woman's College in Lynchburg. That college (still in Lynchburg) is now Randolph College and is co-ed.

The reason that Randolph Macon in Lynchburg had to put "Woman's" in the name is because Ashland had a men's college called Randolph Macon. The Ashland college became co-ed in 1971.

  • Last visit to Ashland: Nov 2005
  • Intro Updated May 20, 2007
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Bob's mini chicken sandwiches - Ashland Quick Lunch off I-95 Restaurants (3)

under construciton We used to have a Perkins near us, but not anymore. This Perkins is attach to a motel and the... more travel advice

KFC, Super 8 and Day's Inn all together - Ashland Near Kings Dominion Favorites (1)

In addition to the Super 8, there are many places to stay in the Ashland area. However many have terrible reviews. ... more travel advice

Ponderosa - Ashland Rest Stop Restaurants (3)

In addition to the Waffle House® Restaurant where we ate for the first time on the latest trip, there are many fast food... more travel advice

Super 8 - Ashland Truck Stop City Hotels (1)

This has been a crossroads for a long time. Originally called Slash Cottage, Ashland was located on an old stage route... more travel advice

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    DEBBBEDB's Profile Photo
    Aug 15, 2008 at 6:51 AM

    You should make the information about Randolph Macon from your intro into a tip

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    ZanieOR's Profile Photo
    May 19, 2007 at 6:31 PM

    Somehow I ended up in the wrong state ... I thought you were in Ashland, Oregon. Anyway, the food looks good!

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    acemj's Profile Photo
    Jan 8, 2006 at 8:11 AM

    Well, we all gotta eat!

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