Bill to eliminate hidden fees passes Virginia Senate
The average family of four spends $3,200 per year on junk fees, according to a survey conducted by Consumer Reports.
Feb
2024
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LOCAL HISTORY
Jan
2024
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8 things you didn’t know about Virginia’s DeJarnette Sanitarium
Today, the large, abandoned brick structure in Staunton that once housed the sanitarium serves as a reminder of the institution’s complicated legacy.
Jan
2024
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Virginia Senate advances bill to give workers 12 weeks of paid family leave
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.
Jan
2024
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Virginia Dems introduce paid sick leave law for workers
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.
Jan
2024
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5 of the oldest graveyards in Virginia and the stories they hold
From 1607 remains in Jamestowne to a Petersburg graveyard’s connection to the Civil War, Virginia’s cemeteries are among the nation’s most historic—and cool.
Jan
2024
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Which movies were filmed in Virginia?
The magic of Hollywood is that oftentimes movies aren't filmed anywhere near where they purport to be taking place. With that in mind, Stacker compiled a list of movies filmed in Virginia.
Dec
2023
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Do you know these 9 quirky George Washington facts?
Test out your George Washington trivia knowledge with these 9 little-known facts.
Dec
2023
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The oldest brick dwelling in North America is in Virginia
With its fascinating historical significance, unique architectural features, and popularity as a tourist destination, there's much to learn and discover about this remarkable Virginia structure.
Dec
2023
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Why housing is so expensive in Virginia—and what can be done about it
According to Brian Koziol, executive director of the Virginia Housing Alliance, the long-term lack of new housing construction, inflation, and supply chain issues are the main reasons why Virginia is being hit particularly hard by the housing crisis.
Dec
2023
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Virginia lawmakers move to bring two professional sports teams to the commonwealth
A group of 12 legislators from across the state voted early this week to approve a deal intended to lure the region’s professional basketball and hockey teams out of Washington, DC, to a new home in Virginia. The deal, which still requires approval from the General...
