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Coronavirus Vaccine Mandated For State Employees In Virginia

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for state employees and urged unvaccinated people to get the shot as the state sees an uptick of cases and hospitalizations with the growing presence of the delta variant.

GMU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Target Of Professor's Lawsuit

The New Civil Liberties Alliance has filed a lawsuit against George Mason University for requiring all students and employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by Aug. 15, according to a release.

'Military Kids Have Talent' Finalists Include Woodbridge Resident

Aniyah Seaberry, a 9-year-old girl from Woodbridge, is a finalist in the "Military Kids Have Talent" competition. Seaberry was selected by a fan vote as one of 30 finalists in the competition.

Boil Water Advisory In Effect For Northeast DC Neighborhoods

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority issued a boil water advisory Thursday for some customers in Northeast D.C. after a temporary loss of pressure Wednesday afternoon.

Masks Required To Start School Year In Manassas

Masks will be required for all students, staff, and visitors at Manassas City Public Schools to start the school year. Masks will be required regardless of vaccination status, the Manassas School Board announced this week.

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Across America

• Lamont And Northeast Governors Tell Cuomo To Resign
• AFL-CIO President, Western PA Native Richard Trumka Dies
• Vaccine Mandatory For Some State Workers, School Masks Required
• Illinois Deer Test Positive For COVID-19 Antibodies
• Don't Want A Vaccine? Be Prepared To Pay More For Insurance