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man putting ballot in a box during elections in front of flag american state of virginia
May 8, 2026

Virginia’s congressional redistricting election cost more than $5M

Virginia's congressional redistricting election cost more than $5 million, with localities incurring additional expenses after the Supreme Court voided the results.

Supporters depart a campaign rally against Virginia Democrats' proposed state redistricting constitutional amendment ahead of the referendum special election on April 21, in Bridgewater, Virginia, April 11, 2026. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno/File Photo
May 8, 2026

Virginia Supreme Court overturns redistricting referendum vote in 4-3 ruling

A Virginia constitutional amendment recently approved by voters would have given Democrats an advantage in 10 of 11 districts.

Gov. Abigial Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a casino in the Tysons area. Photo by Adobe Stock
Apr 29, 2026

Spanberger says no to Fairfax casino with veto

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a Fairfax County casino referendum, citing local control concerns and opposition from the board.

Scott Beardsley, the University of Virginia’s 10th president, previously served as dean of the Darden School of Business for 11 years. Photo courtesy University of Virginia
Apr 29, 2026

Q&A: After year of turmoil, new U.Va. president is optimistic

UVa president Scott Beardsley addresses leadership transitions and board changes while advancing university growth and rebuilding trust with faculty and legislators.

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Apr 23, 2026

Spanberger’s marijuana bill changes rejected by Virginia legislature

Virginia General Assembly rejected Gov. Abigail Spanberger's amendments to marijuana retail market legislation, restoring the original bill for enactment.

Supporters depart a campaign rally against Virginia Democrats' proposed state redistricting constitutional amendment ahead of the referendum special election on April 21, in Bridgewater, Virginia, April 11, 2026. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno/File Photo
Apr 21, 2026

Virginians approve new congressional map that could flip 4 GOP seats

Virginia voters approved a new Democratic congressional map that could flip four Republican seats, boosting Democrats' chances in the November midterms.

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Apr 15, 2026

Harrisonburg aerospace startup plans to add 51 jobs

Harrisonburg-based AeroNimble will invest more than $2.5 million to expand its operations and create 51 jobs.

An L3Harris Technologies employee at work at the company's Orange County site. Photo courtesy L3Harris Technologies
Apr 15, 2026

L3Harris plans $1.27B expansion in Orange, creating 350 jobs

L3Harris Technologies announced a $1.27 billion expansion of its rocket motor production operations in Orange County, adding 350 jobs.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, in Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S., February 24, 2026. Mike Kropf/Pool via REUTERS
Apr 14, 2026

Spanberger’s marijuana amendments include delay in sales to July 2027

Gov. Abigail Spanberger proposes delaying Virginia's retail marijuana sales launch to July 2027 and raising the tax from 6% to 8% after 2029.

Talking turkey: Va. is nation’s sixth largest producer
Apr 14, 2026

Virginia poultry co-op to add 146 jobs, invest $113M

The Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative plans to grow its operation, investing $113.9 million and adding 146 jobs. 

On Feb. 28, 2025, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands speaks at the grand opening ceremony for the Innovation Campus' Academic Building One. (Photo by Luke Hayes/Virginia Tech)
Apr 10, 2026

Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit

Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.

The temporary Live! Casino Virginia venue in Petersburg, which opens Jan. 22, 2026, has more than 900 electric games. Photo by Jay Paul
Apr 9, 2026

Spanberger vetoes Fairfax casino referendum vote

Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Thursday vetoed legislation that would have led to Fairfax County's referendum vote to determine whether a casino would be built in Tysons. 

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