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Prescription drug board proposal clears House committee

A Virginia House Committee advanced on Tuesday a Democrat plan to create a Prescription Drug Affordability board, renewing efforts after Gov. Glenn Youngkin had vetoed a similar measure last year.

Abortion (killing babies) up to 40 Weeks Coming to Virginia thanks to Democrats

Today, the Virginia House of Delegates voted 51 to 48 to advance HJ1, the unlimited abortion amendment. This devastating decision sets Virginia on a path toward the most extreme abortion policy in the United States

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Vienna / Oakton Doctor pleads guilty for prescribing drugs improperly, faces up to 20 years

David Allingham who owns Oakton Primary Care Center authorized the renewal of medications without physical examinations of patient between April 2019 and at least January 2024. According to The Department of Justice.

Youngkin, GOP lawmakers push for transgender sports ban

Republican lawmakers, joined by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, Attorney General Jason Miyares and student athletes, gathered on Wednesday to support legislation that would bar transgender students from participating in school sport teams inconsistent with their biological sex.

Virginia Democrat Stella Pekarsky would ban homeschooling unless parents prove it’s for religious reasons

This month, Virginia State Sen. Stella Pekarsky, D-Fairfax, introduced a bill to the Virginia Senate to restrict families’ access to homeschool options.

Housing crisis hidden in plain view

A Roanoke renter asked for a change last year. She needed a walk in shower as her mobility decreased. She offered to pay the installation costs. Her landlord refused.

Grant Funding for Cumberland County

Grants will fund an agricultural economic development plan to address gaps in the rural economy and improve food access in Cumberland County

Virongy Biosciences Creating up to 70 New Jobs

Virongy Biosciences Inc. to invest $471,000 to begin development of diagnostic technologies for viral pathogens

Virginia Announces Alternative Hiring Process for Individuals with Disabilities

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia state government has implemented an alternative hiring process for individuals with disabilities, serving as a model for inclusive employment practices. The process embeds employment of individuals with differing abilities as part of standard hiring policy and the state work culture.

Area 2 Farms Establishes Indoor Arlington County Farm, Creating 30 New Jobs

Area 2 Farms uses proprietary indoor growing technology that incorporates micro-robotics, and more efficiently manages heat and humidity allowing the facility to produce hundreds of different crops " all while using 25% fewer LED lights than typical indoor farms. All the food grown at the farm is not only nutrient-rich but sustainably grown as well.

Kingspan Insulation Creates New Manufacturing Jobs in Frederick County

RICHMOND,VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Kingspan Insulation LLC, a division of the Kingspan Group, the global leader in advanced insulation and...

Seven Million Virginians Have Received One Dose of a COVID-19 Vaccine

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that more than seven million Virginians have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine...

We Can Lower Gas Prices Now, Says Governor Glenn Youngkin

Governor Glenn Youngkin today sent legislation to the General Assembly to suspend Virginia's gas tax for three months. The legislation will be introduced by Delegate Tara Durant (R-Stafford) and Senator Steve Newman (R-Lynchburg).

Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bill to Help Gold Star Families

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin signed HB 957, patroned by Delegate Kathy Tran and passed unanimously by the House of Delegates and the Senate of...

Sandy River Distillery and Outdoor Adventures Opens in Prince Edward County

Sandy River Distillery will be part of the popular Sandy River Outdoor Adventures Resort, which offers bike and kayak rentals, high-ropes courses, zip lines, as well as glamping tents and cabin rentals.

Certified Origins to Invest $25 million to Establish First U.S. Olive Oil Production Facility in City of Newport News

Certified Origins' first U.S. production facility in the City of Newport News will enable the company to easily import and distribute its high-quality olive oil products while continuing to build partnerships with retailers across the country

Hamilton Select Insurance Announces 70+ New Jobs in Henrico County

~ Bermuda-based global specialty insurance and reinsurance company Hamilton Insurance Group to invest $415,000 to establish U.S. subsidiary headquarters ~ RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn...

Carolina Squat Vehicle Modification Banned in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA " Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed SB777, a bill to ban the dangerous vehicle modification known as a -Carolina Squat" today at a ceremony...

$5.4 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants to accelerate economic growth and job creation efforts

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $5,482,330 in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for two projects focused on creating a critical talent pipeline to support the emerging advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing industry and expanding middle-mile broadband infrastructure to increase access and service quality to existing industry, as well as key economic development sites. 

Addition of Two New Disorders to Virginia’s Newborn Screening Program

Beginning March 16, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) will join a screening panel of metabolic and genetic disorders that range from the more well-known Cystic Fibrosis to many relatively obscure conditions that can cause severe sickness, physical or mental disabilities, even death, if not diagnosed early.

A. Duie Pyle’s Company to Open Three Service Centers in Virginia, Creating 75 Jobs

A. Duie Pyle (Pyle), a premier provider of asset and non-asset-based supply chain solutions, will establish three cross-dock service centers in the Cities of Manassas, Richmond and Roanoke, creating a total of 75 new jobs in the Commonwealth.

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