No matter which corner of the commonwealth you’re in, the unique culture that the early Irish settlers brought with them has survived to the modern day. If you’re looking to connect with your Irish roots or simply celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve got you covered with this guide to all things Irish in the Commonwealth.
Virginia's 2024–2026 budget bill seeks to increase the state sales tax rate and broaden sales tax to digital products and services. Carly breaks down exactly which digital products you may see a tax increase on. @vadogwoodnews Virginia's 2024–2026 budget bill...
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Virginia’s Democratic-controlled General Assembly finished its work last week. Jessica Craven updates us on what you need to know about the bills Governor Glenn Youngkin passed and vetoed. @vadogwoodnews Virginia’s Democratic-controlled General Assembly finished...
WATCH and learn about the extraordinary journey of Elizabeth Carr, the first #IVF baby born in the US in Norfolk in 1981. Sen. Tim Kaine delves into this remarkable story of hope, perseverance, and triumph. @vadogwoodnews WATCH and learn about the extraordinary...
If Gov. Youngkin signs the bill, sale of the drug would begin on May 1, 2025, and the products would be taxed at a rate of up to 11.6%—with 8% going to the state, 2.5% going to a local option tax, and 1.1% to K-12 education.
The average family of four spends $3,200 per year on junk fees, according to a survey conducted by Consumer Reports.
Today, the large, abandoned brick structure in Staunton that once housed the sanitarium serves as a reminder of the institution’s complicated legacy.
Senate Bill 373 and House Bill 737 would adopt the model used for unemployment insurance to cover the cost of up to 12 weeks of paid leave in a year. This time could be used to adjust to caring for a new child, to care for a sick family member, or to deal with a personal health condition.
As the bill itself states, this legislation would “provide a more generous paid sick leave policy” to many of Virginia’s most vulnerable workers, and that’s why state Democrats are advocating for it.
