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💌 VA program bridges gap, one envelope at a time
Plus: Creating moments of togetherness Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Friends, my heart is admittedly heavy today. It’s been two years since my dad passed away after a brief battle with cancer—and the timespan, somehow, feels both like a snap of the fingers and four lifetimes all at once. I’m…
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Virginia Dems reject Spanberger’s changes on collective bargaining bill
Plus, plans for a new memorial planned at Virginia Commonwealth University. Share with a friend We are sending our usual Thursday edition today because we didn’t send it yesterday as the Dogwood site got a re-design. Voting on Virginia’s redistricting referendum is over, with the ‘Yes’ campaign winning out, but the legal fights—and the…
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Missed Earth Day? 🌎 There’s still time to make a difference in VA
Plus: Democrats to redraw the state’s congressional districts Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It can be difficult to properly celebrate something the day-of when it falls on a weekday. For many of us, that means work, school, or other plans. So today? We’re wishing you a happy belated Earth Day…
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💧Major Virginia river listed as ‘most endangered’ in nation
Plus: This Virginia job starts at $65K Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Well, Virginia’s special election came, and it went—and, as usual, people landed on both sides. The only thing that doesn’t divide a crowd? Whether to enjoy a cookie. The answer there is always yes. The short answer is,…
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Unions urge rejection of Spanberger’s vision for collective bargaining
Plus, I share what I heard today from voters and a state delegate. Share with a friend In a matter of hours we should know whether a majority of Virginia voters backed Democrats’ push to temporarily tilt the state’s congressional map in their party’s favor; or if voters preferred to keep Virginia on the sidelines…
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We’ve picked the best farm-to-table restaurants in VA
Plus: 💙 or ❤️, the decision’s yours Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It’s true. On Sunday night, our microwave—which is the only way food gets done around here—broke. We promptly ordered a replacement, which will arrive tomorrow. Meanwhile, we’re cooking like we’re on the prairie (I’m pretty sure Laura Ingalls…
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Tomorrow’s a big day in VA—do you know why? 👀
Plus: If you’re struggling to get help, you’re not alone Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Early in-person voting for the April 21 redistricting referendum wrapped up over the weekend. That means if you haven’t cast your ballot yet, tomorrow’s your last opportunity. Remember that all mail-in ballots must be postmarked…
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Don’t miss Virginia’s 2026 Historic Garden Week
Plus: We’re here for you ❤️ Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Friends, I wish I could offer you a happier welcome, but my heart is so heavy with the news from the Fairfax community yesterday. Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died by suicide, according to authorities. Officials say the…
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Spanberger signs set of workers’ rights bills—here’s what’s in them
Plus, a throwback to a 1974 radio broadcast from the Virginia Press Review. Share with a friend Today brought unwelcome and tragic news beyond the many policy debates playing out in Virginia this week. Police say former Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife, Cerina Fairfax, before taking his own life at…
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Batter, batter swing into Virginia’s baseball season ⚾️
Plus: Spanberger ends tax breaks for Confederate groups Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It’s officially baseball season in the commonwealth. My 8-year-old son, Colton, is on a new team this year, and so far things are going well. Well, pretty well. He was a little concerned about the next level…
