Data centers are driving power demands and state law mandates more renewables, but rural localities are pushing back. Here’s a look at some of the competing interests.
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Agenda Danville: Feasibility study for city commuter bus system complete
Both the Caesars Virginia casino resort and the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill prompted the feasibility study.
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Agenda Martinsville: City looks to upcoming budget
All the dates you need to know for the budget process.
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Liberty band, VMI corps to march in inaugural parade
In all, five Virginia groups will take part in the parade.
Posted inOpinion
From Earth to the moon: The new age of mining
How will the lessons learned in Appalachia translate to space?
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Lucas: Youngkin’s private school vouchers are ‘not going to happen’; more …
From elsewhere: Town of Altavista announces plans for new distribution center as part of economic development plan. Martin and Gravely reelected to lead Henry County School Board. Deadline to enroll in Virginia’s health exchange extended to Jan. 22.
Posted inPolitics
Youngkin: Land-use rights regarding data centers, solar should remain with localities
Gov. Glenn Youngkin, a proponent of data centers, noted in his annual State of the Commonwealth address that lawmakers should not overrule localities regarding land-use for those centers. But energy projects, such as solar farms, to support energy needs of those centers appear less popular with local governments.
Posted inHealthcare
Transportation issues complicate patients’ chances for transplants
Carilion Clinic plans to challenge the state’s recommendation to deny its kidney transplant program, as patients in Southwest and Southside struggle with transportation to the nearest center in Charlottesville.
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Budget surplus, solar farms and abortion rights likely to dominate General Assembly session
Here’s what legislators in Southwest and Southside say they’ll be working on.
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6 things to look for in this year’s General Assembly session
Election year politics and the budget will shape much of what goes on in Richmond.
