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

In Loudoun County and across Virginia, public...

Amy Riccardi’s Swearing-In Marks a Victory for Common-Sense Education in Loudoun County

In a resounding win for parents, teachers, and students tired of progressive overreach in public schools, Amy Riccardi was officially sworn in on January 7, 2026, as the new Loudoun County School Board member for the Sterling District.

Federal Government

Data center growth drives locals to fight for more say

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An aerial view shows a data center situated near single-family homes in Stone Ridge, Va., last year. Local communities around the country are seeking...

Va. school divisions (Loudoun, Essex, and Northumberland) repay nearly $30 million in misused special...

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Three school divisions charged with misusing federal funds intended for students with disabilities have made nearly $30 million in total repayments, according to the state Department of Education, which will be returned to the federal government. Still, one division is actively disputing the charge.

Virginia job picture is ammunition for local Democrats in the heat of elections

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Arlington's Democratic leadership at the state and federal levels has ammunition from new data that shows an increase of Virginia's unemployment claims. Rep. Don Beyer,...

Youngkin defends federal job cuts, says Virginia’s economy is strong

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Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Wednesday doubled down on the necessity of sweeping federal layoffs while attempting to reassure Virginians that the state’s economy is resilient.

Governor Youngkin to laid-off federal workers: We’ll hire you

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Among the thousands of federal workers who’ve been forced out or taken buyouts in the past month, surely some would be perfect fits for...

Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils "Virginia Has Jobs" Initiative: An Open Door to New Opportunities

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Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the launch of “Virginia Has Jobs”, a bold effort designed to further unleash the Commonwealth’s economic strength by connecting Virginia’s tremendous job opportunities with a robust and talented workforce.

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