This Virginia city is famous for its star-shaped landmark is also a gateway to many mountain trails as well as an excellent place for craft beers and local art.

Virginia adopted this system over a century ago, after the 1870 Virginia Constitution was implemented in 1871, and solidified cities as independent entities that were separate from counties.

WASHINGTON — Two cities in Virginia made yet another best-of list, and we're sure residents are very proud. In December, WUSA9 told you about three cities in the state where "Americans are ...

Of the 41 independent cities in the country, 38 are in Virginia. Bristol, Tenn., is a unit of the surrounding Sullivan County. The city has no problem with inmate overcrowding because it has no jail.

In the United States, there are 41 independent cities and 38 of them are in Virginia. The remaining three independent cities are Baltimore, Maryland, St. Louis, Missouri and Carson City, Nevada.

Four Fairfax County cities made it on Virginia’s Top 20 list. The cities include Vienna, which came in at #5, Falls Church at #10, Herndon at #13, and Fairfax City at #19.

WASHINGTON — Two cities in Virginia made yet another best-of list, and we're sure residents are very proud. In December, WUSA9 told you about three cities in the state where "Americans are ...