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Va. education department plans to launch Office of Excellence and Best Practices

The Virginia Department of Education is preparing to launch a new Office of Excellence and Best Practices by hiring an executive director who will be responsible for fostering innovation, highlighting high-performing schools, and directing resources toward initiatives with a proven track record of improving student outcomes.

Mike Chapman, Virginia’s Sheriff Keeping Streets Safe Through Enforcement of the Law

Traffic stops and searches of motorists in Loudoun County have increased dramatically the first three months of this year compared to the same period in 2024, sparking complaints from activists and some residents.

School Boards Are Failing Our Students, and Absenteeism Is Just the Symptom

In Loudoun County and across Virginia, public...

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New Farm Cidery in Augusta County

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Stone Ledge Cider will construct a new craft cider production facility and tasting room on the grounds of their 20-acre agritourism farm in Augusta County.

Students’ privacy is violated by virtue signaling

The Loudoun County Public School Board has once again prioritized political posturing over student privacy. Under LCPS Policy 8040, students may use restrooms and locker rooms based on gender identity rather than biological sex.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Breaks Ground on New River Valley Rail Project

Governor Glenn Youngkin today broke ground on the highly-anticipated New River Valley Rail Project in Christiansburg, Virginia. As part of the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority’s (VPRA) Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) initiative, the New River Valley Project encompasses railroad infrastructure upgrades that will allow VPRA to extend its Amtrak Virginia service from Roanoke to Christiansburg and return passenger rail service to the New River Valley for the first time since 1979. 

Virginia Homeland Security Task Force Has Arrested Over 500 Criminal Illegal Immigrants, Over 130 Gang Affiliates

The Virginia Homeland Security Task Force (VHSTF), a federal-state partnership established by the U.S. Department of Justice to combat transnational organized crime, gang violence and immigration violations across Virginia passed 500 arrests this week, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Monday.  

Virginia Releases Health Report on Richmond’s 2025 Water Crisis

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin released Wednesday the final report from the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) on the January 2025 water crisis in...

Fairfax Public Schools Michelle Reid Superintendent endorses biased posters in high school

Michelle Reid, Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools on Friday,

Virginia Bans Artificial Dyes from our Food, Governor Glenn Youngkin

Governor Glenn Youngkin participates in a bill signing ceremony at the Patrick Henry Building,

Scott Pio Declares Candidacy for Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia

Scott Pio, a dedicated family man and seasoned political organizer, today announced his candidacy for Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia (RPV).

The Evolution of DOGE: From Obama’s Creation to Suhas Subramanyam’s Opposition

The Department of Government Efficiency, commonly referred to as DOGE, has a storied history that began under President Barack Obama as an initiative to enhance government operations.

Congressional Democrats including Suhas Subramanyam Unanimously Vote Against Protection of Women and Girls in Sports

In a highly contentious Senate vote earlier this week, all present Congressional Democrats stood united in opposition to the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, a Republican-led bill aimed at barring transgender women and girls from participating in federally funded school athletic programs designated for female athletes.

University of Virginia Dissolves DEI Office

The University of Virginia Board of Visitors has passed a resolution dissolving its Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Community Partnerships and ordering an audit of university policies and programs to ensure they are in compliance with the Equal Protection Clause of U.S. Constitution.

Loudoun School Board April Chandler Supports Raisings, Unions and Controversial Toilet Policy

April Chandler, a Democratic-endorsed member of the Loudoun County School Board, has emerged as a key figure in recent votes that have stirred both support and backlash in Virginia’s third-largest school district.

Marty Martinez’s Retail Theft Repeal Bill Stalls at Virginia House

A bold attempt by Delegate Fernando “Marty” Martinez (D-Leesburg) to repeal Virginia’s stringent organized retail theft law met an abrupt halt during the 2025 legislative session, as the House of Delegates opted to punt the issue to the Virginia State Crime Commission for further study.

Loudoun County Republican Committee Supports School Board Candidates with $3,500 Contributions

The Loudoun County Republican Committee (LCRC) is proud to announce its unwavering support for local education by providing $3,500 in campaign contributions to each school board candidate in February 2025.

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