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Ommair Butt running for House of Delegates District 26

PRESS RELEASE from Ommair for VirginiaLoudoun County,...

Loudoun Board of Supervisors Revises Rules of Order, Limits Freedom of Speech

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has adopted revisions to its Rules or Order (PDF) designed to streamline Board meetings.

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Virginia schools face federal scrutiny over parental rights laws

The U.S. Department of Education is putting Virginia schools on notice, warning they could lose federal funding and face further investigation if they fail to comply with parental rights laws.

Virginia Bans Artificial Dyes from our Food, Governor Glenn Youngkin

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

Virginia community colleges end diversity, equity and inclusion practices

Virginia’s 23 community colleges will be required to ensure all of their programs and practices comply with federal regulations to ensure everyone is treated...

Chesterfield’s indoor farming startup Plenty declares bankruptcy after multiple lawsuits

The operator of an indoor farming facility that was highly praised in Chesterfield declared bankruptcy.

Virginia is Ready to close education department as governor touts readiness

With the federal government attempting to shut down the Department of Education, Virginia is now considering how the move will impact operations in the commonwealth.

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

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.

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).

Petersburg Casino begin $1.4B construction

The Cordish Cos., based in Baltimore, and Virginia Beach developer Bruce Smith Enterprise broke the ground on Wednesday for the $1.4 billion Live! Casino & Hotel Resort Petersburg.

Loudoun County Supervisors shake up data centre regulations

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday night on major changes to the way the county regulates Data Centers. They eliminated them as an by-right usage.

Prince George resident files lawsuit against apartment management over mold

Lauren Stephenson, wearing a mask to protect her face, pointed out the new wood that was installed along the baseboards of her kitchen cabinetry....

Not In The Picture

Our lives today are captured in pictures and videos.  Quite often the larger story is the people who are not in the picture, the ones...

Charles City County to get 500-acre campus for data center

Diode Ventures, a Kansas-based company, recently submitted plans to county Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors for rezone 515 acres approximately 20 miles east of Richmond in order to create a datacenter campus named Roxbury Technology Park.

‘Trump Pledge’ may be more critical than ‘Republican Pledge’ as Sears faces two ‘pledge breakers’ in gubernatorial primary

Lt. Gov Winsome Sears, who is running for the Republican nomination to succeed term-limited  Gov. Glenn Youngkin, may have a primary fight June 17, now...

Bill to boost college opportunities for prisoners awaits Youngkin’s action

A bill to boost higher education opportunities for prisoners cleared Virginia’s legislature with bipartisan backing and could soon be signed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin. 

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.

United behind Spanberger, Va.’s Democratic Party reminds voters of Republicans’ three-way primary

Monday marked the first day that Virginia’s gubernatorial candidates could deliver their collection of petition signatures to the state’s Board of Elections, which officially...

Loudoun County Public Schools Allocates $1.2 Million for Admin Building Renovations Amid Crumbling School Infrastructure

A recent decision by Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) to allocate $1.2 million for renovations to the third floor of its administration building has...

Arlington’s new voting machines may be delayed in their selection and use

Arlington is currently on the hunt for its next-generation voting equipment. The question of when voters will be able use it is still open.

Democrats seize on enthusiasm gap in 2025 Virginia House races

Stephen Miller-Pitts is making his second bid to unseat Republican Del. Carrie Coyner in the 75th House District, which includes parts of Chesterfield and...

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 County Sheriff’s Office arrests Georgia Man in Ashburn for the Abduction of a 3 year old

Loudoun County, VA (March 10, 2025): The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) has arrested a suspect following a child abduction in Ashburn on Sunday

A Plan to restrict social media for minors faces pushback and calls for tighter safeguards

As Virginia moves to limit social media access for minors under 16, a national child safety group is urging Gov. Glenn Youngkin to strengthen...

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

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...

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.

Governor personally appeals to new Trump administration, staffers to make Virginia their home

Youngkin releases video to attract Trump administration employees to live in Virginia. The governor and President-elect are seen here June 28 at a campaign rally in Chesapeake. (Photo by Charlotte Rene Woods/Virginia Mercury)

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...

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