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Spanberger signs $15 minimum wage, workforce bills
| April 10, 2026
Governor Abigail Spanberger announced Thursday she’d signed bills aimed at helping Virginia workers, including legislation to raise the state minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2028.Virginia labor union, Congressman Walkinshaw urge ‘Yes’ vote on redistricting
| April 9, 2026
US Rep. James Walkinshaw of Virginia’s 11th congressional district joined the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) of Virginia in Vienna on Wednesday to rally in support of Virginia’s April 21 redistricting referendum.Your weekly guide to taking action in Virginia (April 10 – April 16)
| April 8, 2026
A weekly roundup of Virginia political events, advocacy opportunities, protests, and more ways to take action statewide–Friday, April 10 through Thursday, April 16.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.Spanberger signs bills expected to create more than 3,000 jobs in Virginia
| April 7, 2026
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s office announced Monday she had signed legislation aimed at creating thousands of new jobs and attracting billions of dollars worth of investment in Virginia.Wandering Waters Paddle Quest: Earn prizes for getting out on the water of VA’s state parks
| April 2, 2026
Explore Virginia’s unique bodies of water by participating in the Wandering Waters Paddle Quest at one of 31 Virginia State Parks.College and university workers urge Spanberger to include them in collective bargaining bill
| April 2, 2026
With the clock ticking on Gov. Abigail Spanberger to act on the bills sent to her by the Virginia General Assembly, campus workers hope a petition can help push her to add them back into the public-sector collective bargaining legislation awaiting her signature.Virginia leaders pledge to fight Trump’s ‘illegal’ executive order restricting mail-in voting
| April 1, 2026
Virginia Democrats are denouncing President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to restrict mail-in voting and create a national voter list.Group tied to tech billionaire Peter Thiel backs anti-redistricting campaign
| April 1, 2026
New details have emerged about funding for the political group that’s been sending out deceptive mailers in the fight over Virginia’s redistricting referendum.Why this rural Virginia mom is challenging women’s roles in the church
| April 1, 2026
I believe that certain biblical passages are often taken wildly out of context and used to degrade and diminish women’s roles in the church—especially in the Bible Belt of rural Virginia.Opponents use misleading arguments to attack Virginia’s collective bargaining bill
| March 31, 2026
The bill to expand public-sector bargaining rights in Virginia has been attacked as taking away local control. But supporters say that’s not the case.Kava craze: What it is & where to try it in Virginia
| March 27, 2026
Kava’s popularity as an alternative to alcohol has skyrocketed in recent years. Here’s where to try kava drinks and products in Virginia.
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.12 organizations for Virginia’s women entrepreneurs: Resources, funding opportunities, & more
| March 6, 2026
Here are 12 Virginia organizations offering funding, mentorship, training, and resources that every woman entrepreneur should know about.
