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- Clancy receives endorsement of Indian community leaders from all faiths
American Indian community leaders from the Muslim, Hindu, Christian, and Sikh faiths have publicly announced their support for Republican candidate Mike Clancy for Congress in Virginia’s 10th district. Clancy is an attorney and technology executive who is running on a platform of fixing America’s inflation and economy, reversing the government’s fiscal irresponsibility, securing the country’s bor
- Universities lost complete control of their campuses due to weak leadership, new Congressional report finds
“University administrators, faculty, and staff were cowards who fully capitulated to the mob and failed the students they were supposed to serve.” – U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, (R-NC, 5th Dist.) and Chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce A scathing report released Oct. 31 by the U.S. Republican House Education and the […]
- “There’s no argument for this other than you want to facilitate cheating”
JD Vance’s take on the voter roll issue in Virginia on the Joe Rogan show Oct. 30:
- VDOT’s study to add express lanes to the south side of Beltway draws skepticism
VDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other federal, state and local agencies in Virginia and Maryland, is conducting an environmental study to potentially extend the express lanes system on the southern section of I-95/I-495 by approximately 11 miles.
- Subramanyam accepts donations from pro-Modi, out of state donors
South Asian Americans rally against Suhas Subramanyam’s acceptance of political donations from out-of-state donors who are allegedly linked to support for Narendra Modi, the Hindu nationalist prime minister of India.
- U.S. Supreme Court allows Virginia to purge its voter rolls
The U.S. Supreme Court voted Oct. 30 to allow Virginia to remove voters from its polls that it considers ineligible to vote.
- Liberty University asks court to dismiss transgender lawsuit
Liberty University has filed a brief asking a federal district court to dismiss a lawsuit filed in Virginia by a former employee who said she was fired after disclosing she is a transgender woman. Liberty University is a private evangelical Christian school in Lynchburg. It contends that the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 allows […]
- Virginia asks U.S. Supreme Court to overturn voter roll purge decision by federal judge
Virginia election officials on Monday asked the Supreme Court to block a ruling by a federal judge that would bar them from reviving a program put in place in August by Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin intended to remove suspected noncitizens from the state’s voting rolls. U.S. District Judge Patricia Tolliver Giles on Friday ordered the […]
- Trump to hold campaign rally in Salem Nov. 2
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally at the Salem Civic Center at 1001 Roanoke Blvd. in Salem, VA on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 4 p.m. Salem Republican Committee Chairman Robert Andrews said, “We had heard rumblings that he may be making an appearance in the New River Valley. I got a phone call, […]
- Chesterfield County selects new police chief
Lt. Col. Frank Carpenter starts today as the new police chief of Chesterfield County.
- Loudoun County Sheriff’s deputy charged with having sex with female inmate
Loudoun County Sheriff’s deputy charged with having sex with female inmate
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Blue Catfish Processing Grant Award to Hampton Seafood Processor
Grant will increase Amory Seafood’s purchasing, processing, and sales of local wild-caught blue catfish RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Amory Seafood has been awarded $247,000 through the Governor’s Blue Catfish Processing, Flash Freezing, and Infrastructure Grant Program.
- Five candidates eye Richmond mayor’s seat
Richmond’s mayoral and nine council seats are up for election Nov. 5.
- US bankruptcies hit 13-year peak in 2023; jump 27% in 2024
More than 80 companies that sell consumer goods have filed for bankruptcy, a jump of 27% from 2023, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
- McLean Bible Church documentary published on YouTube
A new 2-part documentary on McLean Bible Church was published to YouTube last week, exposing a church fraught with financial and moral skepticism by its congregation for the last several years.
- Virginia governor vows to petition the U.S. Supreme Court if necessary over voter roll issue
Judge Patricia Tolliver Giles ruled that Virginia must add 1,500 voters identified as non-citizens back onto the state’s voter rolls.
- Loudoun County Public Schools sued for allegedly breaching free speech, right to petition
School Board Chair Melinda Mansfield is being sued by parents over free speech at school board meetings.
- Sterling man receives 42 years for killing his wife
Peter J. Lollobrigido was sentenced today to 42 years in prison for the 2021 murder of his wife, Regina Redman. In June, Lollobrigido pleaded guilty to seven charges, including first-degree murder, two counts of malicious abduction, two counts of assault and battery on family members and violating a protective order. Lollobrigido, 52, was arrested for […]
- Editorial: Why ending AP and Honors classes would be a grave mistake for education
In Virginia, the EdEquityVA initiative, launched under Democrat Governor Ralph Northam’s administration, aimed to create a more equitable public school system by addressing systemic inequities that disproportionately affect marginalized students. Northam’s focus was on closing achievement gaps, ensuring that students of all backgrounds had access to high-quality education, and removing barriers th
- Thomas Jefferson High School principal resigns amid declining national rank, merit scholarship scandal
The principal of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria is stepping down after seven years amid concerns about the school’s declining national rankings. A nationwide search will be undertaken to find the school’s next principal, the Fairfax County School district said. Dr. Ann Bonitatibus is resigning next month, but will remain […]
- Leesburg, Purcellville choose “Main Street” over fiscal sense
State program costs more than it gives In 2022, Purcellville, Loudoun County’s largest town second to Leesburg, had a median income of $150,333. The median income in Leesburg, Loudoun County’s largest town, was $163,077 in 2022, 54% higher than the national average of $105,833, according to the town of Leesburg website. There are some 400 businesses […]
- Election night results likely delayed
Election chiefs from three important swing states recently went on cable news to make excuses about why they won’t have the election results on Election Day — even though this has been the norm in America for decades and is still the norm in many much larger states.
- Candidate running for Herndon Mayor faces ethics violations
The allegations against two Herndon Town Council Members are based on their participation in the Juneteenth Celebration and concern over partisan interference in local elections.
- The unions will rally in support of the casino and entertainment district at Tysons
A coalition of unions including the Northern Virginia AFL-CIO and Fairfax County Federation of Teachers will gather outside of the Fairfax County Government Center on Tuesday to show their support for a Tysons Entertainment District Casino, led by President Virginia Diamond.
- Trump to appear Friday on Joe Rogan’s podcast
Connection to young male voters is priority for Trump campaign.
- Lawsuits against Boar’s Head stack up; three new suits filed
Breaking News In the wake of the listeria outbreak that occurred at the Boar’s Head plant in Jarratt, VA in July 2024 which caused 10 people to die and 59 to be hospitalized, numerous lawsuits have been filed against the company, including three new suits today. The listeria outbreak was traced back to liverwurst manufactured […]
- Subramanyam claims to have “been raised” in Virginia but grew up in Texas
For someone so accomplished and living the idyllic picture of the American dream, it’s puzzling why Suhas Subramanyam continues to be deceptive and feels the need to embellish his accomplishments and personal background. Subramanyam is a state senator (D-Dist. 32) and before that was a state delegate for District 87. He is currently running as […]
- Virginia celebrates successful two-year anniversary of Operation Bold Blue Line and Ceasefire Virginia partnership
Governor Glenn Youngkin today celebrated the successes of Operation Bold Blue Line (OBBL) and Attorney General Jason Miyares’ Ceasefire Virginia over the last two years.
- A vote for Suhas Subramanyam is a vote for less transparency in public schools
Dear Editor,I am writing in response to your article entitled “When Transgender Indoctrination is in Your School Suhas Subramanyam Voted To Make Sure You Won’t Know.” While I appreciated the thoughtful discussion of HB1507, one important and necessary aspect of that legislation was not addressed.
- Former Prince William County election official sues VA Attorney General
A former Virginia elections official from Prince William County is suing Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares and three others in a malicious prosecution case filed Oct. 17 in federal court in Richmond. Plaintiff Michele White says in the lawsuit that Miyares violated her rights under the Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments and Virginia state law when […]
- White House announces massive military package for Ukraine as hurricane victims struggle to put lives back together in the South
News Analysis President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that Ukraine will receive $425 million in financial and military aid after Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Biden Sept. 26 at the White House to press for more support to end his country’s war with Russia. The United States has provided Ukraine with more than $64.1 billion […]
- UK’s Labour Party jumping into U.S. election to help Harris
Sofia Patel, head of operations for the United Kingdom’s Labour Party (yes, that’s Labor with an O-U-R), in a recent post claims she has “nearly 100 Labour Party staff (current and former) going to the US in the next few weeks.” They’re heading to critical battleground states North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, as well as Virginia, Patel wrote in her post.
- Long Bridge Project begins construction
A new two-track railroad bridge that will connect Arlington with Washington, D.C. broke ground Oct. 15 and is slated to be completed in 2030. The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is constructing the state’s Long Bridge Project. The largest of the Commonwealth’s Transforming Rail in Virginia projects, Long Bridge is a $2.3 billion infrastructure improvement […]
- Governor establishes Office of Hurricane Helene Recovery and Rebuilding following hurricane damage
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Directive 9 Establishing the Office of Hurricane Helene Recovery and Rebuilding within the Office of the Governor. “In the wake of the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene affecting Southwest Virginia, it is imperative to create a dedicated office to support the coordination of long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts,” said Governor Glenn Young
- Inflation not just election mantra; research shows prices have jumped 22% since 2020
American consumers have seen prices increase by 22% under the Biden Administration. In a recent survey by the Pew Research Center, consumer prices have significantly risen between January 2020 and August 2024. Worse, 74% of Americans say they are very concerned about the price of food and consumer goods, and 69% are similarly concerned about […]
- University of Richmond’s “Electing the President” digital map allows public to see historic election results
The University of Richmond’s Digital Scholarship Lab (DSL) has published a unique interactive map of voting history in the U.S. Presidential elections dating back to 1840 before the Republican party existed. The Electing the President map went live Sept. 30 and is a free online tool which researchers, historians, students and those with an interest […]
- Virginia announces more than $1.8 million in Industrial Revitalization Funds
Funding will support job creation and community revitalization through the renovation of derelict infrastructure Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced over $1.8 million in Industrial Revitalization Funds (IRF) for Rockbridge County and the towns of Pamplin and Tazewell. The three awarded projects will create over 25 jobs and leverage an additional $2.5 million in private investment. […]
- Legislation Supporting Building Blocks for Virginia Families, Signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin
RICHMOND, VA – Yesterday, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed ten bipartisan bills, marking a pivotal milestone for Building Blocks for Virginia Families, an initiative designed to expand available child care options and empower working families across the Commonwealth by ensuring parents have the support they need to thrive in today’s workforce. This historic moment for Virginia families took place […
- Shamrock Farms to Invest $59 Million in Augusta County Expansion
Dairy product manufacturer to add 28 new jobs in conjunction with their 10th anniversary of operation in Virginia RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Shamrock Farms, a leading dairy product manufacturer, will invest $59 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Augusta County. The project will create 28 new jobs and add 81,000 square […]
- Trump weighs in on lawsuit filed against Virginia by the Department of Justice
Former President Donald Trump weighed in Monday on the Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit filed against the state of Virginia Oct. 11, which has garnered national attention. “One of the Greatest Examples of DOJ Weaponization is the fact that they are suing Virginia to put ALL of the Illegal Voters, which were fully exposed and […]
- Letter to Editor: I just had a baby, and here’s why I’ll probably homeschool
Two weeks ago, I welcomed my sweet baby into my arms. As I gazed into his deep blue eyes, my joy overshadowed the long nine months of pregnancy. But like many young parents, that joy was mixed with uncertainty and fear for the future. During sleepless nights and midnight feeds, I’m bombarded on social media […]
- VA non-profit files lawsuit challenging counseling censorship
A Richmond non-profit filed a lawsuit in Henrico County Circuit Court Sept. 26 on behalf of licensed professional counselors John and Janet Raymond to challenge the constitutionality of Virginia’s conversion therapy ban. The Founding Freedoms Law Center (FFLC) is the legal division of The Family Foundation, which filed the suit. The foundation advocates for pro-family […]
- Marble Systems to Expand Operations in Caroline County
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Marble Systems, a leading manufacturer and distributor of stone products, will invest $9.7 million to expand its operations in Caroline County. The project will create 59 new jobs and include the establishment of a warehouse and distribution center, as well as cut stone and stone product […]
- Blue Ridge Parkway to Reopen
RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the National Park Service will reopen the Blue Ridge Parkway on Friday, October 11, 2024. This follows a previous announcement that the Blue Ridge Parkway would be closed indefinitely to clear debris caused by Hurricane Helene. Visitors are invited to come experience fall in Virginia. “Virginia is excited […]
- Loudoun County Public Schools fails to pay bill for Ziegler’s defense
The law firm hired to represent former Superintendent of Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS), Dr. Scott Ziegler, has not seen a dime of the $617,000 it is owed. On Oct. 7, an attorney for the firm, Gentry Locke, filed a proposed order in Loudoun County Circuit Court requesting Judge James P. Fisher sign it, which […]
- Poll shows contenders for 2025 governor’s seat equally matched
As the nation gears up for the presidential election just weeks away, the candidates for the Virginia governor’s race are already looking ahead to 2025 with a recent poll showing they are equally supported by voters.
- Exclusive: Suhas Subramanyam recommended for termination as firefighter
“Myself and Captain Corey Merdler both believe that Suhas will be a danger to himself and to others on a fireground or during training.”
- Virginia Students Starting to Recover from Post-Pandemic Learning Loss says Governor Glenn Youngkin
RICHMOND, VA – Showing the start of learning recovery from the extended pandemic school closures and the most significant learning loss of students’ nationwide, Virginia students in Grades 3-8 showed some improvement in the Standards of Learning testing in Math and Reading in the 2023-2024 school year. This year’s improvements followed the extensive work done by many Virginia […]
- Russia Hoax Ringleader Adam Schiff Urges Big Tech to Censor Election Content
Congressman Adam Schiff has called on Big Tech companies like Meta, Google, X, and TikTok to crack down on misinformation and disinformation ahead of the 2024 election, citing threats to democracy. Schiff’s demand for greater censorship comes despite his previous role in spreading the now-debunked Russia collusion allegations during the 2016 election, which he repeatedly […]
- Freedom of speech isn’t just a legal right, but a way of life.
Thank you. This is every amateur speaker’s dream, to follow Russell Brand. Thanks a lot, God! I was once taught you should always open an important speech by making reference to a shared experience. So what do all of us at “Rescue the Republic” have in common? Nothing! In a pre-Trump universe chimpanzees would be typing […]