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Economy Top (And Worst!) Virginia Cities For Renters

WalletHub's annual "Best and Worst Places to Rent In America" was recently released, with five cities in Virginia making the list.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles July 14, 2022 5:15 pm EDT
Education Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, center, signs executive orders in the Governors conference room as Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, left, Suzanne Youngkin, second from left, Attorney General Jason Miyares, second from right, and Secretary of the Commonwealth, Kay Cole James, right, look on at the Capitol, Jan. 15, 2022, in Richmond, Va. Virginia's Department of Education is conducting a review designed to root out critical race theory in schools. The review is the first thing Gov. Youngkin ordered after his inauguration and is expected to conclude later this month. Education officials have been reluctant to discuss what they've found thus far. While critics of the governor say critical race theory is a nonissue, others say there is ample evidence that the concepts have been embraced by administrators. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Education “It’s A Mixed Bag”: Analyst Weighs In On Virginia Education Budget

It's been a week since Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed Virginia's budget into law, so what does that mean, exactly? A lot, especially on the education front.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles June 28, 2022 5:01 pm EDT
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Uncategorized Four-Year-Old Found Safe: Are You Prepared If Your Child Went Missing?

No parent ever wants to think about the possibility of their child going missing, but whether a toddler gets lost in a crowd, a child explores beyond their boundaries, or a natural disaster displaces a family, it’s beneficial to have a plan in place.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles June 15, 2022 4:05 pm EDT
Jobs Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., prepares to attend a Senate Foreign Relations Committee meeting at the Capitol in Washington, on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021. (AP Photo/Amanda Andrade-Rhoades)
Jobs New Legislation Could Help Military Spouses

The Military Spouse Hiring Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by Sens. Tim Kaine and John Boozman could help military spouses find employment.

Amie Knowles Amie Knowles March 23, 2022 5:22 pm EDT
Elections Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin gestures after signing a House bill in the conference room at the Capitol Wednesday March 2, 2022, in Richmond, Va. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Elections Gov. Glenn Youngkin Names New Commissioner for Va. Department of Elections

Despite having a partisan background, Susan Beals has been praised by former GOP and Democratic colleagues for her work ethic.

Meghin Moore Meghin Moore March 22, 2022 4:26 pm EDT

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Amie Knowles Amie Knowles March 7, 2022 5:50 pm EST
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