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Registrars forge ahead with early voting preparations as redistricting court cases loom
The Supreme Court of Virginia has said that the April 21 referendum can move forward as it prepares to hear cases against the redistricting effort. But other court cases have popped up, creating uncertainty for the local offices that must administer the election.
Posted inOpinion
New population estimates: 32 times more people have moved out of Fairfax County than out of all rural Virginia
Since the 2020 census, only four rural counties have seen more people move out than move in. Virginia’s out-migration is now driven by Fairfax County and much of Hampton Roads.
Posted inOpinion
Roanoke College poll: Three-fourths of Virginians don’t see their financial situation improving
Nearly half think the country’s economy is worse off than a year ago, the poll finds.
Posted inSports
Bristol’s decision to scrap plan for new baseball stadium leaves minor league team’s future uncertain
The stadium was to be used by the minor league Bristol State Liners and the Virginia High School baseball team. But city leaders said Bristol can no longer afford the financial commitment.
Posted inPolitics
Judge set to rule Monday in Lynchburg redistricting case
The city is seeking “judicial clarification” of its legal duties surrounding the referendum, its filing said.
Posted inOpinion
Sports betting leader: Legalizing online casino gaming is about protecting consumers
The reality is that these legislative bills would put Virginia at the vanguard of responsible gaming by mandating the most robust consumer protections in the nation.
Posted inOpinion
Problem gambling expert: Pocket casinos put Virginians at risk
If passed, online casino gambling would place a casino at a fingertip’s reach of every Virginian, accessible at any hour, in any place, with no natural breaks or barriers.
Posted inNews Briefs
Headlines from across the state: The Lovings’ legal fight is now featured on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia Democrats sharpen focus on ICE limits after Spanberger’s State of the Union rebuttal. Squirrels claim Richmond owes them $6.5 million for ballpark costs. Woman found alive and well after vanishing on shopping trip to Martinsville taken into custody.
Posted inEducation
Danville aviation maintenance program aims to train a workforce for an in-demand industry
Danville Community College is partnering with Blue Ridge Community College, and new construction and renovations at the Danville Regional Airport are underway to support the program.
