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May 22, 2026

IDT to expand Arlington headquarters, create 210 jobs

Innovative Defense Technologies will soon invest $19 million to expand operations and create 210 jobs at its Arlington County headquarters.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger was sworn in as Virginia’s 75th governor, the first woman to hold the office, on Jan. 17, 2026. Photo by Kira Jenkins/Virginia Business
May 19, 2026

Spanberger vetoes legislation for creating marijuana retail market

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes legislation to create a retail marijuana market, drawing criticism from lawmakers who created the bills

The U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 11, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
May 15, 2026

US Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats in bid for new voting map

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive a voting map designed to help their party wrest control of the U.S. House of Representatives from President Donald Trump's fellow Republicans in November's midterm elections.

Innovative Refrigeration Systems' Augusta County campus. Photo courtesy Innovative Refrigeration Systems
May 15, 2026

Innovative Refrigeration Systems plans expansion in Augusta, adding 214 jobs

Innovative Refrigeration Systems plans to invest $19 million in Augusta County expansion and create 214 jobs.

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.

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