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- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $6.2 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants
  
  Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $6.2 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grants for 10 projects that advance Virginia’s economic competitiveness through innovation, workforce development, and strategic industry growth. The awarded projects will leverage an additional $4 million in investment.
  
  Northern Virginia Minority Business Owner Expresses Frustration Over Unproductive Meetings with U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine
  
  Leesburg, VA – December 22, 2025 – A prominent...
  
  Powerless by Design: How the Virginia Clean Economy Act Sacrifices Affordability for Ideology
  
  The VCEA: A Partisan Law with Sweeping Energy Mandates In...
  
  Virginia Democrats Push Forward with Retail Marijuana Market Launch in 2026
  
  Virginia lawmakers have advanced a revised legislative framework to establish a regulated retail marijuana market, with sales potentially beginning as early as November 1, 2026.
  
  Va. considers nearly $700 million rail and trail plan in Shenandoah Valley
  
  The Virginia Department of Transportation stunned Virginia’s transportation community by proposing a plan last Tuesday to potentially develop a multi-use trail and restore a deteriorated rail corridor in the Shenandoah Valley, with a possible price tag of nearly $700 million.
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School Boards Are Failing Our Students, and Absenteeism Is Just the Symptom

In Loudoun County and across Virginia, public...

Loudoun County Democrats Face Tax Relief Standoff Amid Booming Data Center Revenues

In a heated discussion at a recent Loudoun County Board of Supervisors meeting, Republican Supervisor Matt Letourneau highlighted the county's reluctance to pass on tax savings to hardworking residents despite surging revenues from its thriving data center industry.

Parent Alleges Improper Isolation of Special Needs Student in Loudoun County Schools

A parent in Loudoun County has described an incident involving her child with special needs, stating that the student was placed alone in a room furnished only with a desk for prolonged periods, sometimes several hours.

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee Under Criminal Investigation

VN Staff - October 24, 2025 0

The Loudoun County Democratic Committee is under criminal investigation for allegedly engaging in illegal fundraising activities in violation of Virginia Code § 18.2-340.36:1(A) — the state’s charitable gaming law. This statute is not...

Tysons Casino proponent donates $15,000 to Arlington Democrat delegates Patrick Hope and Adele McClure

VN Staff - April 24, 2025 0

Two Arlington state representatives received $15,000 from a developer who hopes to bring casino gaming to Northern Virginia.

Virginia internet gaming bill delayed for further study, eyes 2026 launch

VN Staff - January 21, 2025 0

A proposal to legalize internet gaming in Virginia has been put on hold as lawmakers seek more time to assess its potential impact. Senate Bill 827, introduced by Sen. Mamie Locke, D-Hampton, would authorize the Virginia Lottery Board to issue licenses to casino gaming operators for online gaming.

Virginians wagered almost $761M in sports betting in November 2024

VN Staff - January 2, 2025 0

Virginia Lottery released data on Tuesday showing that Virginians wagered $760.96 millions in sports bets in November 2024. This is 19.1% more than what they wagered in November 2023.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $6.2 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants

Northern Virginia Minority Business Owner Expresses Frustration Over Unproductive Meetings with U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine

Powerless by Design: How the Virginia Clean Economy Act Sacrifices Affordability for Ideology

Virginia Democrats Push Forward with Retail Marijuana Market Launch in 2026

Va. considers nearly $700 million rail and trail plan in Shenandoah Valley