Author: Virginia Montanez
PittGirl's Reliable & Delightful Crash Course on Pittsburgh
She shares the truth about everything from driving technique to Terrible Towel etiquette for anyone new to the 'Burgh.
Why Pittsburgh's Sister Bridges 'Should Stay Yellow'
PittGirl's says, quite simply, no other color will do.
8 Things You Probably Didn't Know about Pittsburgh
Why in the world was Abraham Lincoln trying to hide his hands when he visited our city in 1861? PittGirl's history obsession provides the answer to that question and seven more.
PittGirl: A Feminist with Killer Shoes, Hear Her Rawr
PittGirl takes a history lesson in feminism, prompted by her daughter's love of dinosaurs.
Wooden, Wearable & Whiskey: 10 Gifts Your Dad Will Love
PittGirl proudly presents her 2015 'Burghy Father's Day Gift Guide.
PittGirl Believes She is Totally Right about the Pittsburgh Left
In this case, as in most others, it's better to give than take.
Why You Need to Know These 4 Bold Pittsburgh Women
PittGirl says these women "had Girl Power before the world knew what Girl Power meant."
Dare to be Different — PittGirl's Better Ways to Use Social Media
You can use social media to change your life and the lives of those around you in a positive way.
The 'Burghy Mother's Day Gift Guide 2015
Plan ahead with this list of 10 locally made must-haves for Mom.
PittGirl: Jury Still Out on Pittsburgh's Bike Lanes
For now, she suggests critics take the "Seinfeld" approach.
19 Ways Pittsburgh Earned the “Quirky” Label
Stand proud, Pittsburgh: Our brand of quirky is a good thing — positive, uplifting, fun, colorful, imaginative.
PittGirl: Preparing for a World Series Toast
Thanks to her husband believing in "happy wife, happy life," PittGirl has the perfect wine to celebrate the Pirates' ultimate victory.
Deer Debate: It's All about Priorities
PittGirl can't be convinced there is any solid math that proves an animal’s life is more important than a human one.
A Few Truth Bombs about Pittsburgh Dad
PittGirl says, no offense to this fictional character, but it's time to redefine the quintessential Pittsburgher.
Keeping up with the Mellons
PittGirl uncovers the extravagant details of another real Pittsburgh wedding, along millionaires’ row, 88 years ago.
PittGirl: Time to Let Go of the Past
She says we 'Burghers must recognize our resistance to change and realize that we need to give it a chance.
History Lesson: Amelia Earhart’s Crash-Landing in Pittsburgh
PittGirl discovers why the famous female aviator made an unplanned stop here.
10 Reasons Why Pittsburgh Owned 2014
From cutting-edge robots to medical breakthroughs to a Mayor who doubled as a 'Duck Dynasty' star, our city had the world buzzing (again) this year.
PittGirl's New Year's Resolutions for Pittsburghers
Four ways to make the city even better in 2015.
The World-Famous Yinzer Gift Guide: 2014
You can't miss with a gift from PittGirl’s list of 13 'Burgh-related must-haves.
Granting the Perfect Wish
By fulfilling the wish of a 12-year-old boy, PittGirl learns that you don't always need a lot of money to grant the perfect wish.
3 #GottaHave Items When Snow Falls in Pittsburgh
PittGirl solves the mystery of why most ‘Burghers absolutely, positively refuse to run out of these three essentials.
