News Briefs

From elsewhere: Subramanyam questions Loudoun transmission line route process, offers new paths for SCC to consider. Noise complaints prompt Roanoke to require “quiet pickleballs” at several city parks. Christian groups sue Virginia State University in federal court for religious discrimination.

From elsewhere: Hanover animal shelter takes on data center developer. Sen. Mike Jones proposes sweeping ban on NDAs in local government. Spanberger blames Trump for Virginia cutting Medicaid coverage for trans youth healthcare.

From elsewhere: Warner calls for declassification of election threats weeks before midterms. Proposed Head Start changes would eliminate slots for Virginia children experiencing homelessness. Nelson County considers options for Flock camera contract.

From elsewhere: Home insurers are retreating from some coastal communities; here’s what’s happening in Hampton Roads. Warner, Mizusawa outline competing approaches to disability policy. At the Blue Ridge Bigfoot Festival, the search continues.

From elsewhere: Virginia’s two largest craft brewers, Hardywood and Starr Hill, are merging. Feds accept grid operator’s plan to address power shortfall from data centers. Korn Ferry Tour Championship tees off in Richmond.

From elsewhere: Proposed 168-home development draws mixed reactions from Bedford County neighbors. Virginia Board of Education reinstates adult education advisory committee after three years. TowneBank to acquire N.C. bank for $154 million.

From elsewhere: EPA to give $90 million for clean water and restoration projects in Chesapeake Bay watershed, 28 in Virginia. Communities find novel ways to get rid of gas-powered leaf blowers. Back in the exam room, Ralph Northam reflects on life after Richmond.

From elsewhere: First bill of 2027 aims to protect people with autism, other disabilities. Rare bee rediscovered in Virginia after more than a century. A new report says Norfolk Naval Shipyard has to juggle aging infrastructure and massive upgrades.

From elsewhere: Kiggans faces questions over financial industry money and consumer protection votes. Albemarle registrar sends out mail-in ballots without required postage. Local food aid program loses federal funding, but maintains state support.

From elsewhere: Virginia Democrats warn more healthcare strains loom after November election. Franklin County administrator to step down. Symposium helps descendants of enslaved people connect with family history.