Virginia Farm Bureau Foundation AGPAC stresses that wearing a seat belt significantly reduces injuries and fatalities during car accidents. The group cites statistics showing increased risks when occupants are unrestrained and reminds Virginians about state laws requiring everyone in vehicles…
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…
Barbara Su of George Mason University has released new research into how large U.S. bank holding companies allocate capital internally using subsidiary-level data made available through regulation. The study finds…
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…
The Virginia Department of Transportation has delayed planned double lane closures on I-95 in Chesterfield and Hanover counties by one week due to scheduling changes. These closures support an ongoing…
A section of Taylor Road in Chesterfield County will close April 14 for pipe replacement work by VDOT. Homeowners retain property access while detours guide other drivers around construction.
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