The Spotsylvania County state senator cited a “serious family health matter” for his withdrawal.
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Headlines from across the state: Dominion sues to block Trump administration order halting work on wind farm; more …
From elsewhere: Conservative backlash brews over DEI efforts of UVa’s next president. Conservation group sues EPA over PFAS contamination in Virginia waterways. Health officials confirm case of measles in Central Virginia after recent exposure.
Headlines from across the state: Football great and Roanoke native Rich McGeorge dies at 77; more …
From elsewhere: Appointments of two key cabinet roles will trigger another special election in House District 17. Bristol says federal landfill report uses old data. Ballad Health requires employees to wear masks amid illness surge.
Former Major Leaguer Bradley, Salem GM Lawrence lead inductees into Salem-Roanoke Baseball Hall of Fame
Other inductees are former Christiansburg star Drew Bailey, former Salem High School coach Wes McMillan and former Liberty High School star Donald Minnick.
Headlines from across the state: Spanberger names longtime National Guard leader as next veterans secretary; more …
From elsewhere: Future of federal support for Virginia minority-, women-owned businesses in transportation in question. Five-day jury trial scheduled in April for Buck-Hayes. Amherst supervisors direct attorney to research local measures on vape shops.
Spanberger inaugural committee announces ticket lottery
The governor-elect is also inviting businesses to display their wares at a “Made in Virginia” market as part of the inauguration festivities.
News briefs: UVA Wise to install nuclear control room simulator; more …
Also: Family of former Sen. Frank Ruff Jr. establishes scholarship fund.
Headlines from across the state: UVa board announces business school dean as new president; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia Tech finalizes contract terms and amended buyout with Brent Pry. Ten years after Richmond super startup failed, creditors recoup $100 million. Travis Turner remains at large one month after disappearance.
Bath County airport, Motley’s Mill Dam in Pittsylvania among 8 sites named state landmarks
The airport dates to the 1930s; one of the original grass runways is still in use. The mill dates to 1785.
Headlines from across the state: Tito’s is Virginia’s favorite booze for the 8th straight year; more …
From elsewhere: Another massive data center proposed in Prince William County. Nonstop flights to Dallas coming to Roanoke airport in 2026. Grass carp approved — again — to curb invasive plant in Smith Mountain Lake.

