Hanover School Board Appointments Face Questions Of Non-Inclusion And Diversity, Banning Black Literature

The Hanover NAACP asks the board of supervisors to reconsider the appointment of board members who have opposed the committee's goals.

Estimates From Government Officials Are No More, No Less Than That

Another embarrassing result has befallen the government officials who tried for decades, unsuccessfully, to erect a mammoth reservoir.

How Is Virginia Responding To The Monkeypox Proliferation? It Has Become "Sobering"

When a new transmissible pathogen arrives in Virginia, why do governmental agencies get their response stuck in knee-deep cement?

Hospital Price Transparency In Virginia; More State Headlines

Vice President Kamala Harris met with a group of Democratic Virginia legislators in Henrico, urging them to protect abortion rights.

Virginia's Program To Reduce Police Mental Health Transports Isn't Working

Virginia has spent millions of dollars rolling out an alternative transportation program intended to reduce the role of law enforcement.

VA Good News: Man Drafted By NY Mets+Special Pup Adopted

Here are more than a dozen stories from the past week that highlight the positive things taking place in and around Virginia communities.

Virginia Defies Trend As Pedestrian Deaths Drop In 1st Half Of 2021

While pedestrian deaths are skyrocketing across the country, Virginia has experienced a decrease, according to a new safety report.

State Ends Fiscal Year With A Fat Surplus; More Headlines

Virginia state government ended the fiscal year with a nearly $2 billion surplus, the report indicates.

Delegate John "Jack" Reid, Called "Predictably Conservative," Is Remembered In Commentary

I knew Del. John S. “Jack” Reid was in the building just by his unique booming voice and Foghorn Leghorn dialect, which echoed through.

Virginia Explained: How Can You Save On Residential Solar?

Internet ads which border on scam, and dubious “qualification” surveys about solar installation in Virginia, abound online.

Pennsylvania Money Could Be ‘Turning Point' In Regional Bay Cleanup Efforts

Pennsylvania's commitment of $220 million dedicated to reducing pollution flowing to state waterways could be “a remarkable turning point."

Mercury Reporting Prods Change In Norfolk; More

A subsidiary of the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority will now be required to use its "best efforts" to pursue projects.

VDOT Preparing To Use Artificial Intelligence To Predict Traffic

State transportation officials are gearing up to use artificial intelligence to monitor emerging conditions on traffic disruption.

Author And His "Lawyer Friends" Are Not Seeing Recent Supreme Court Actions

"I'm shocked at what the Supreme Court has been doing recently," said the author, a watershed restoration consultant.

Virginia GOP Congressmen Vote Against Resolution On Finland, Sweden, And NATO

Three Virginia congressmen were among a relative handful of House Republicans who voted against a resolution centering on NATO.

Testing And Treatment Still Limited, As Monkeypox Spreads In Virginia

Cases of monkeypox rise in Virginia, and the state's response has been limited by a short supply of vaccines, testing, and other factors.

Toys 'R' Us Coming To VA Macy’s Stores In Time For Holidays

Macy’s Toys “R” Us shops will begin opening late July with all locations nationwide, including in Virginia, complete by Oct. 15.

Former Gov. Wilder Sues VCU President; More Va., Headlines

A judge tossed a defamation lawsuit filed by the former Virginia Parole Board chairwoman (now Portsmouth's new city manager).

The Desultory State Of Virginia's Utilities Is Detailed In Commentary

Fossil fuel prices are higher everywhere, and the effect is hitting electric bills, as well as prices at the gas pump.

Man Chokes K-9 During Traffic Stop In Virginia: Police

A Maryland man is charged with attempting to maim or kill a law enforcement animal after the July 16 traffic stop.

After 700 Days In VA Shelter, Shinobi The Dog Finds Forever Home

Lynchburg Humane Society's longest-tenured resident was finally adopted last week.

Commentary: Virginia Republicans Scramble, Fumble To Find Constructive Argument Under Youngkin's Leadership

You can bite off more than is good for you. True, especially when you're ordering a full slab of pork ribs at a Danville barbecue joint.

Virginia's Mental Health Hotline Launches Amid Fears It Will Not Meet Expectations

On Saturday, Virginia was part of a nationwide transition to 988, a simple three-digit hotline for mental health emergencies.

Youngkin Calls For Disaster Relief Fund After Buchanan Flooding; More Va., Headlines

Some residents of Buchanan County say the recent flooding “could nudge the tight-knit, but dwindling, coal-mining community."

Summer Is Getting Hotter And Longer In Virginia, Analysis Shows

Many parts of the United States have seen increased temperatures over the past few years, including Virginia, according to AccuWeather.

New Suicide Prevention Number Takes Effect In VA: What To Know

A 3-digit suicide prevention hotline number began July 16 in VA. Anyone in crisis seeking mental health help can call any time, at no cost.

Chance Of Rain All Weekend, Temps In The 80s For NoVA, DC

There is a chance of rain Saturday through Monday in the NoVA, DC weather forecast with highs in the upper 80s.

COVID-19 Cases, Deaths In Virginia Nursing Homes Rise For The Second Consecutive Month

Coronavirus cases and deaths among nursing home residents rose statewide for the second straight month after a long period of decline.

DMV Launches Pay-Per-Mile Program That Could Save Some Drivers Money

Virginians with fuel-efficient, hybrid, or electric vehicles who don't drive much might be able to save some money under a new program.

All Residents Accounted For After Buchanan Flood; More

All Buchanan County residents appear to be accounted for after flooding that caused “apocalyptic” damage to buildings and roads.

A Shortage Of Single-Family Homes Is Casting Doubt On Virginia's Future Growth

A shortage of available homes in Virginia is pushing up prices and slowing sales, raising the risk of long-term affordability challenges.

Hospital Group Introduces Statewide Health Care Pricing Information Database

An online tool aimed at centralizing hospital service prices across the state was launched by the Va., Hospital and Healthcare Association.

Inside Job? ABC Embezzlement Case Points To Leaks In Hunt For Rare Bottles Of Bourbon

In the search for hard-to-find bottles of bourbon at Virginia ABC stores, some liquor enthusiasts have been worried about leaks.

In Virginia, Shootings, Road Rage Incidents Proliferate, Report Says

We've been a cantankerous, rude, anxious bunch over the past 2 1/2 years, ever since the pandemic consumed us. That's understandable.

All Accounted For As Floodwaters Recede In Southwestern VA

At one point, 44 people had lost contact with loved ones after devastating floodwaters swept through Buchanan County, Virginia.

Last Night To See Full Buck Supermoon In NoVA, DC

Northern Virginia and DC residents have one last chance Wednesday night to see the full buck moon before the supermoon wanes.

40 Missing, More Than 100 Homes Damaged In Southwest VA Flooding

Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency in Buchanan County after devastating floodwaters swept through the area in southwest VA.

Loudoun County Judge Rejects School Board Efforts To Block Grand Jury; More Va., Headlines

A Loudoun County judge rejected the local school board's efforts to block a convened grand jury.

No More Confederate Flags At Hollywood Cemetery

Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, a longtime shrine of the South, has quietly banned the flying of Confederate flags.

Myriad Transportation Issues In Virginia Are Analyzed

The ascension of three Henrico County officials to the governing board of the Greater Richmond Transit Company in April marked a new era.