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What made you realize politics mattered?
| April 22, 2026
As thousands of Virginians hit the streets during the ‘No Kings’ protests, this Virginia teenager explained why politics matters most to the youth.Your weekly guide to taking action in Virginia (April 24 – April 28)
| April 22, 2026
A weekly roundup of Virginia political events, advocacy opportunities, protests, and more ways to take action statewide–Friday, April 24 through Thursday, April 28.Virginia Dems reject Spanberger’s changes on collective bargaining bill
| April 22, 2026
Gov. Abigail Spanberger can either sign the collective bargaining legislation into law or she can veto a bill supported by unions who helped get her elected.Virginia Rep. James Walkinshaw calls out Trump on delayed release of Epstein files
| April 22, 2026
Virginia Democratic Rep. James Walkinshaw speaks out about Trump’s DOJ not meeting the deadline to release the Epstein files. “This smells like a White House cover-up”, Walkinshaw wrote in a recent social media post. “This smells like a White House cover-up”, Walkinshaw wrote in a recent social media post.Virginians projected to approve Democrats’ redistricting push ahead of midterms
| April 21, 2026
Virginia voters were expected to approve a constitutional amendment to allow state Democrats to redraw congressional districts to help their party win more seats in the upcoming midterm elections.Sen. Mark Warner calls out Trump admin’s hypocrisy over Maduro
| April 21, 2026
While saying Venezuela is “absolutely” better without Nicolás Maduro, Sen. Mark Warner called out the Trump administration’s hypocrisy over the arrest of the former Venezuelan president, citing the pardon of Hondouran President Juan Orlando Hernández. Follow @vadogwoodnews for more.Virginia opted into a federal voucher program. Now what?
| April 21, 2026
Virginia's new school voucher expansion could look very different depending on where you live. In rural communities, private school access is limited—but public school funding is still at risk. Educators warn vouchers could shift millions away from public schools across the state. For more, read the story: https://vadogwood.com/2026/01/30/va-new-school-vouchers-program/Unions urge Democrats to reject Spanberger’s changes to collective bargaining bill
| April 21, 2026
Virginia labor unions and Gov. Abigail Spanberger disagree about the best way to expand collective bargaining to more public employees in Virginia.Get a sneak peek of 16 summer festivals in Virginia
| April 21, 2026
From music and maritime celebrations to food and outdoor adventures, these festivals in Virginia showcase the Commonwealth’s unique culture all summer long.Major Virginia river listed as ‘most endangered’ in nation
| April 21, 2026
An iconic Virginia river was just listed as the "most endangered" river in the country and clean water advocates urge more action to be taken in order to prevent further threats to drinking water.ICE needs to be held accountable for ‘terrorizing communities’
| April 20, 2026
Watch as a Virginia demonstrator in Alexandria on Jan. 9 explains the short-term goal of the movement to hold ICE accountable for "terrorizing communities."Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger calls out Trump’s ploy to ‘federalize’ 2026 midterms
| April 20, 2026
"That's how it works" 🗣️
Major Virginia river listed as ‘most endangered’ in nation
| April 21, 2026
An iconic Virginia river was just listed as the "most endangered" river in the country and clean water advocates urge more action to be taken in order to prevent further threats to drinking water.These Titanic survivors had Virginia ties
| April 15, 2026
Did you know there were Virginians aboard the Titanic when the ship sank in the Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912?The Virginia Gold Cup: Get ready for the 2026 steeplechase season
| April 7, 2026
Experience steeplechase season the way countless Virginians have throughout the past 100+ years by attending the Virginia Gold Cup this May.10 things you never knew were invented in Virginia
| March 25, 2026
From the Virginia Reaper to ChapStick, here are 10 surprising and groundbreaking things that were invented in Virginia.William Haines: A VA native whose story you need to know
| March 23, 2026
William Haines was a Virginia native, Hollywood’s first openly gay movie star, and a popular interior designer. Learn more about his inspiring life.The history of Hanover Tavern, home of America’s first dinner theater
| March 20, 2026
Explore the fascinating history and vibrant present of Hanover Tavern, where the country’s first dinner theater emerged.Learn all about Virginia’s Civil War-era female spies
| March 18, 2026
Meet the female spies who shaped Virginia’s Civil War legacy, from covert Confederate operatives to Union intelligence gatherers.Why is Virginia called the Old Dominion?
| March 11, 2026
Have you ever wondered, “Why is Virginia called the Old Dominion?” The nickname dates back to the state’s colonial loyalty and remains relevant today.
