Virginia Department of Transportation will close both directions of U.S. 29/250 at Old Ivy Road overnight this weekend for ongoing bridge rehabilitation work near Culpeper District headquarters in Richmond.
Protecting American Consumers Together has launched a new public service announcement and website aimed at educating consumers about their options before hiring a personal injury attorney.
The Virginia Department of Transportation has released new traffic alerts affecting multiple counties in the Lynchburg District between April 20–26. Drivers can expect road closures, detours, lane reductions and lowered speed…
The Virginia Department of Transportation will close lanes and ramps nightly along I-95 south near mile marker 81 in Henrico County between April 19–25 due to scheduled work activities. Motorists…
The Virginia Department of Transportation has announced that overnight construction for an Interstate 81 widening project will start soon near Harrisonburg. The effort is part of a broader program aimed at…
Nurses at George Washington University Hospital are seeking an election on whether their workplace should continue being represented by the District of Columbia Nurses Association. A petition backed by hundreds…
A Fred Meyer employee won a dispute with UFCW Local 555 after being fined for working during a strike. The case underscores ongoing debates about worker rights versus union authority.…
Richmond introduces its first Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financed redevelopment at a former Dominion Energy tower downtown. The initiative aims to support sustainable growth through affordable long-term loans…
Virginia prepares for Arbor Day celebrations highlighting how tree planting supports both local environments and economies. State officials emphasize practical steps residents can take while agricultural organizations continue backing these…
April marks National Garlic Month as Virginia farmers highlight diverse local varieties from hardneck bulbs to black garlic specialties. Producers emphasize both culinary uses and health benefits while organizations like…
A delegation from George Mason University visited several Vietnamese universities this month aiming to expand educational collaborations. Key outcomes include new partnership agreements and launching a debate program for high…
George Mason University’s Honors College Challenge Day brought together student teams who worked with local nonprofits on real-world problems during a five-hour competition at Fenwick Library’s Reading Room. Participants gained…
Route 644 in Clarke County will be closed from April 6 through May 1 for bridge repairs by VDOT crews. Drivers are advised about detour routes during this period as…
The National Federation of Independent Business is urging Virginia members to oppose several proposed state mandates they say will raise costs and add regulatory burdens for small businesses. Key concerns…
The Virginia Department of Transportation will reopen all three eastbound lanes on Route 58 in Suffolk after nearly a year-long closure for interchange improvements. Overnight lane closures are planned during…
The Virginia Department of Transportation has announced weekday lane closures on Route 29 in Fairfax starting April 7 due to ongoing road widening work. Drivers should expect delays during designated…
The Virginia Department of Transportation has released its weekly update detailing roadwork across southwestern Virginia for April 6–12. Motorists are encouraged to use caution around active work zones while accessing real-time…
Old Otterdale Road in Chesterfield County will close starting April 13 for roadway improvements expected through summer next year. Drivers should follow posted detours during this period as work includes…
The Campbells Creek Bridge on Mount Hermon Road in Hanover County will be replaced starting April 13 with a detour expected through summer next year. Drivers should follow alternate routes…
Julia Hammond of NFIB Virginia reviewed this year’s General Assembly session results for small businesses. While some costly bills advanced, others were stopped or delayed through owner advocacy. Challenges remain…
CSX will close Mt. Hope Church Road overnight in Stafford County from April 8-10 for rail crossing maintenance work. Emergency vehicles can still pass through during closures, while travelers are…
The Virginia Department of Transportation will close two lanes nightly next week along I-95 in Chesterfield and Hanover counties for sign installation work. Drivers should expect delays from April 14–16 during…
CSX has updated its schedule for closing Lansdowne Road near Fredericksburg for rail crossing maintenance starting April 13 at 9 a.m., with reopening set for April 16 at night. Detour…
George Mason University has received more than $1 million from the U.S. Department of Justice to develop virtual reality training scenarios aimed at improving how first responders handle domestic violence…
Interstate 95 southbound has reopened in Caroline County following a crash that prompted lane closures and detours early Saturday morning. The Virginia Department of Transportation managed traffic flow during repairs…
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