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Virginia Dems tout plans to lower costs, boost wages
Plus, overall inflation is holding steady, but energy prices are up Share with a friend Good afternoon, The 2026 General Assembly session begins tomorrow. State Sen. L. Louise Lucas, Democratic poster-in-chief, isn’t backing down from her hopes for a 10-1 Democratic map if and when Virginia redraws its congressional districts. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump…
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From the Capitol to country music, here’s what’s happening in Virginia
Plus: Protesters take a stand in SWVA Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It’s almost time, Virginia. Tomorrow, the General Assembly kicks off for the season, bringing several new—and some former—legislative ideas to the table. Dogwood’s political reporter, Michael O’Connor, will be keeping up with the twists and turns during the…
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Struggling with winter depression? You’re not alone 💌
Plus: What would you like to read about more on our platform? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. The other day, I saw a Facebook memory from a few years ago. Colton was 5, lamenting that he hadn’t been outside in quite some time. Well, of course he hadn’t—it was the…
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Virginia’s top mocktails you’ve simply got to try in Dry January 🍸
Plus: Will 2026 finally be the year paid leave becomes a reality for all Virginians? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. I’ll never forget the looks I received one evening while sitting at a hotel bar in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. It was our first wedding anniversary, and Kody and…
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Inside the push to bring equal pay to Virginia
Plus, the soul-crushing hunt for job seekers isn’t getting any easier Share with a friend Good afternoon, Virginians joined the national protests against ICE’s killing of Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota. Virginia Democrats in the US House of Representatives support legislation to restore Affordable Care Act subsidies. And Virginia’s US senators are fighting to…
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Explore Virginia history—free with your library card 📚
Plus: Virginia rolls out mobile IDs Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Will you join me in wishing a happy birthday to the most amazing 8-year-old there is (though I might be slightly biased)? After opening copious amounts of Pokemon cards, Colton chose an indoor mini golf course for the three…
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Don’t trash that tree—choose free recycling instead 🌲
Plus: This Virginia athlete played in Super Bowl I Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. I asked a few weeks ago when the appropriate time to put the Christmas tree up might be. Now, I guess I should inquire about a good timeline for taking it down. Our lights typically stay…
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Will 2026 finally be the year paid leave becomes a reality for all Virginians?
Plus, a new report considers Virginia’s AI landscape Share with a friend Good afternoon, Virginia’s General Assembly session kicks off next Wednesday, and Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration is scheduled for Saturday, January 17. In the weeks leading up to now, the Spanberger transition team has rolled out her cabinet picks and staff appointments. The…
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Where to camp, hike, and spot wild ponies in Grayson Highlands
Plus: Five years since the Jan. 6 attack Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. The signature sound of snapping open a Red Bull greeted me just in time to write today’s official “welcome back” newsletter. Yeah, I know one went out yesterday—but I’d actually written it a couple of weeks ago…
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Kicking off 2026 with things to do around Virginia
Plus: Dear Grace tackles starting over after heartbreak Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Happy New Year! It feels like the past two weeks flew by, but I’m excited to greet new beginnings. Let’s kick it off, shall we? I’m so glad you’re here. Amie Knowles Newsletter Editor, Dogwood Welcome…
