virginia

The US Department of Agriculture granted Governor Abigail Spanberger’s request for federal disaster relief for farmers. Crops were affected by the late April frost. Click here for more information.

A popular pool play set has been recalled because there is a chance that one of the objects could unintentionally impale younger children. Click here for more information.

The Virginia Energy Plan for 2026 will offer a strategy for controlling growing energy expenses in the face of escalating electricity demand. However, Richmond should not be the only place where our energy future is shaped. Locals are able to express their opinions in an online survey. Click here for more information  

Virginia Voters will be posed with a question on the ballot asking, “Should the constitution of Virginia be amended to remove the ban on same-sex marriage, affirm that two adults may marry regardless of sex, gender, or race, and require all legally valid marriages to be treated equally under the law?” In the general election […]

A tech startup from Virginia Beach fails to state and local praises DroneUp, which was founded by a navy veteran and offered up to 6 million in incentives. However, the commercial drone startup hasn’t lived up to the hype. Click here for more information.    

The Teddy Riley Performing Arts Academy will be located in Virginia Beach if everything goes according to plan. While experts find and develop the next generation of 757 stars, the legacy of Teddy Riley Productions will also be on display there. Click here for more information.

The Associated Press (AP) reports that voters in Virginia have accepted a contentious plan to redraw the state’s congressional map, but the legal system must still make a decision before everything is finalized. Click here for more information.

The Virginia Community Music Festival at Christopher Newport University celebrates how music reflects the American story—our shared journey of identity, belonging, and voice. More information about the event can be found here. 🏫 : Ferguson Center for the Arts 🗓️ : Sunday, Apr 26 ⏰ : 3pm

In the April 21, 2026 special election in Virginia, voters are being asked whether to amend the state constitution to temporarily change how congressional voting districts are handled. Currently, districts are redrawn once every 10 years by an independent redistricting commission. This amendment would allow the state lawmakers to redraw some districts earlier—before 2031—but only […]

This summer, new laws may alter the penalties for careless speeders. Click here for more information.