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Economy ‘It’s a Moral Issue’: Virginia Families Need Affordable Child Care and Paid Leave

Virginia families spend nearly $1,200 per month on average on infant care and more than half of working families in the state lack access to unpaid family leave.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil July 29, 2021 3:22 pm EDT
Family
Family Can I Opt Out of the Child Tax Credit Payments? Here’s The Answer

DANVILLE-What if I want to wait until next year's tax return to get the child tax credit? It's definitely doable. Here's how.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles July 20, 2021 3:07 am EDT
Economy
Economy Virginia Moms Left The Workforce During The Pandemic. Could A New Law Bring Them Back?

RICHMOND-Millions of Virginia moms left the workforce last year due to the pandemic. A new law outlines a plan to get them back.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles July 10, 2021 2:42 am EDT
Family
Family Where Can I Watch Independence Day Fireworks in Virginia?

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE- From Southside to NoVA, here’s a look at some uniquely Virginia ways to celebrate, with Independence Day fireworks.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles July 2, 2021 6:26 am EDT
Housing
Housing As Virginia’s Emergency Order Expires, A 31-Day Eviction Clock Starts

RICHMOND - Virginia's emergency order expired Wednesday, removing protections against evictions. As a result, a 31-day clock starts ticking.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles June 30, 2021 4:14 am EDT

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Family Virginia Festivals and Fireworks Return In July. Here Are 12 Events To See

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE-As we head into July, everything from Independence Day celebrations to vintage markets are starting back up.

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Education Virginia’s Officials Detail Plans to Help Foster Children Post-Pandemic

COLLINSVILLE-Foster children faced a variety of difficult circumstances during the pandemic. Virginia officials have a plan to help.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles June 22, 2021 6:09 am EDT