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Virginia’s Speed Limiter Lets Super Speeders Go 5 MPH Over for 30 Seconds, Twice per Drive

Virginia has started installing speed-capping devices in the cars of some convicted drivers, and similar programs are gaining ground across the country. If your state hasn’t debated it yet, it probably will soon. Before it does, the fine print on…

Virginia · 2d

UV Cavalier Daily

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Historic funding gains clear way for Center for the Arts to become reality

The U.Va. Center for the Arts is set to begin construction in the spring, with completion projected for 2030. U.Va. Arts faculty and a student interviewed by The Cavalier Daily said they look forward to the effect the Center will have on elevating the arts for both the University and Charlottesville community.

Charlottesville, VA · 22h
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BlueRidgeLife

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VDOT Prepares For Coming Winter Driving Season

VDOT HQ – Richmond. As leaves begin to fall and the temperatures drop, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is in the final stages of getting ready for snow season. Though preparations begin in the summer, it’s this time of year crews focus on inspecting snow-fighting equipment and ensuring materials and drivers are ready for the first forecasted flakes of snow.

Richmond, VA · 16h
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Henrico Citizen

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New Virginia licensing rules will affect first-time drivers ages 18 to 20

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, first-time Virginia driver's license applicants ages 18 through 20 will have to complete an approved driver education program and hold a learner's permit for at least 90 days. The change applies to applicants who have never held a driver's

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WDTV

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MARL hearings end as landowners, state staff question transmission project

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WDTV) — Hearings on the proposed MidAtlantic Resiliency Link transmission line have ended, leaving West Virginia regulators to consider testimony about the project’s need, costs and effects on landowners. The proposed 107.5-mile, 500-kilovolt line, known as MARL, would run from Pennsylvania toward Virginia. NextEra Energy Transmission...

West Virginia · 2d

WTKR News 3

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Regulators approve new Chesapeake Bay menhaden limits; Virginia votes against

New limits are coming for commercial menhaden fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. Regulators voted to cut the Bay cap beginning in 2027, despite opposition from Virginia.

Virginia · 5h

Virginia Mercury

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Va. could lose representation, funding under proposed census rule change, AG Jones, housing orgs say

The U.S. Census Bureau has proposed a rule change that would alter aspects of how census data is collected every decade. The adjustments would change who gets counted, where, and what questions are asked.  The changes could affect political representation — like how congressional and state legislative districts are apportioned — as well as how […]

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fox5dc.com

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Virginia lawmakers consider changing release laws after killer flees country on pass

Virginia State Senators Dave Marsden and Scott Surovell are weighing changes to state law that currently allows the Behavioral Health Commissioner to grant unescorted community privileges to patients with violent criminal records, even over a judge's objection. The potential legislative push follows the escape of Abdulloi Toshpulodzoda, who fled the country on a weekend pass from the Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute after being committed for a 2019 fatal attack on his landlord.

Virginia · 1d

Cardinal News

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Headlines from across Virginia: Mid-decade redistricting isn’t off the table for some Virginia Democrats; more …

From elsewhere: Virginia elected a woman governor, but the state constitution still says "he." Gun violence prevention programs saved Virginia hospitals more than $100 million. Paint Bank hatchery concludes busy month with Roanoke River release. The post Headlines from across Virginia: Mid-decade redistricting isn’t off the table for some Virginia Democrats; more … appeared first on Cardinal News .

Virginia · 19h

WRIC - ABC 8News

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Environmental organizations call for data center moratorium in Virginia

More than a dozen environmental organizations are calling for a temporary halt to data center development across Virginia, arguing the industry’s rapid growth is outpacing regulations meant to protect communities and the environment.

Virginia · 5h

electric949.com

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Communities set to honor heroes on Veterans Day

Communities across the Tri-Cities and Southwest Virginia are gearing up to honor our local heroes tomorrow for Veterans Day. At eleven A-M, annual Veterans Day ceremonies kick off at Kingsport’s Veterans Memorial Park and at Veterans Memorial Park in Abingdon, where the Historical Society of Washington County will present a special program on George Washington at Valley Forge. Tributes continue across the region—following weekend parades in Bristol and Johnson City, local schools and civic groups in Bristol, Johnson City, and Jonesborough are hosting student assemblies, community dinners, and flag ceremonies throughout the day.

Abingdon, VA · 1d

WFXR

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Southwest Virginia honors veterans with local events

(WFXR) – Communities across Southwest Virginia are marking Veterans Day with ceremonies, special events and opportunities to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. Appomattox Court House National Historical Park offers a series of educational programs highlighting veterans’ experiences and their connections to the historic site. Beginning at 1 p.m., […]

Virginia · 14h

infocville.com

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Greene County administrator leaving position at end of November

Greene County will soon welcome a new member of the Board of Supervisors once the election of write-in candidate Shawn Hayes is certified. The Board will soon have to identify a replacement for a county administrator who is leaving after three and a half years in the position. Cathy Schafrik announced her departure at the Board’s October 29 meeting and thanked her staff.

Greene County, VA · 1d

The MadRapp Recorder

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Meador tapped interim county admin for Greene

To provide continuity in county government and ensure the continued delivery of essential services after the recent resignation of Cathy Schafrik as county administrator, the Greene County Board of Supervisors (BOS) has appointed Melissa Meador to serve as interim county administrator, effective today.  The board has adopted a resolution establishing the appointment and delegated authority of the Interim County Administrator.  In this role, Meador will provide […] The post Meador tapped interim county admin for Greene first appeared on The Piedmont Journal Recorder .

Greene County, VA · 18h

Henrico Citizen

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR VIRGINIA ABC LICENSE

Siam Spoon Thai Inc, trading as Siam Spoon Thai Restaurant, 6996 Forest Ave, Richmond (Henrico County), VA 23230-1701. The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY for a Wine, Beer, Mixed Beverages, On and Off Premises license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Aumnouy

Richmond, VA · 1d

royalexaminer.com

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Spanberger, Virginia Democrats Pitch Medical Debt Relief, Data Center Limits for 2027

Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Virginia’s top Democrats unveiled their 2027 legislative agenda Tuesday, proposing medical debt relief, limits on classroom screen time and tougher oversight of data centers and artificial intelligence as they seek to address rising costs for Virginia families. Announced on the South Portico of the state...

Virginia · 10h

13newsnow.com

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Virginia lawmakers consider tougher rules for license plate reader cameras after state report finds gaps in local police responses

VIRGINIA, USA — Automated license plate readers help law enforcement track stolen vehicles, investigate crimes and locate missing people. But a new state report is raising questions about how police departments across Virginia use the technology and whether enough safeguards are in place. The Virginia State Crime Commission surveyed...

Virginia · 4h

The Farmville Herald

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New driver’s license law to take effect

Beginning Jan. 1, Virginians ages 18 to 20 applying for their first driver’s license will need to meet new licensing requirements. Under the new law, applicants must hold a learner’s […]

Virginia · 7h

The 74

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Virginia Report Reveals Gaps in Access to Career and Technical Education

Virginia’s career and technical education review found regional disparities in access to courses and credentials, according to a state report released Oct. 1. State agencies recommend expanding credentials in underserved areas, prioritizing high-demand fields, strengthening employer partnerships, and improving data transparency to better align student training with workforce needs. During the last legislative session, the […]

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legacynewspaper.com

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Virginia Ranks Ninth Nationwide for Rising Household Debt as Financial Pressures Grow

RICHMOND, Va.— Virginia ranks ninth among states with the largest increases in household debt, with residents adding an average of $1,612 in debt during the third quarter of 2026, according to a new study by personal-finance company WalletHub. The study puts average household debt in Virginia at $206,001, placing...

Virginia · 9h