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How well do you know small-town Virginia? 👀
Plus: Are you planning to vote tomorrow? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Wait before you scroll down! This is your friendly reminder that Virginia’s primary elections will take place tomorrow, Aug. 4, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. See who is on your ballot by viewing the candidate lists. “All localities…
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Find microvolunteering opportunities in Virginia 🤝
Plus: The US lacks standards on data center energy, water use Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Want to make a difference in your community, but there’s this thing called “life” that keeps life-ing? What I mean is, do you want to volunteer, but your daily schedule is so jam-packed it…
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Jesse Welles, Graham Nash show solidarity with Virginia workers
Plus, primary day is next week. Share with a friend A Republican state senator is calling for an “immediate statewide moratorium on data centers.” Below, I share the latest on the labor fight that’s heating up in Henrico County. And, I share some songs from two artists acting in solidarity with Virginia workers. …
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Virginia’s most scenic sunset-viewing spots 🌅
Plus: The big picture on Loudoun County’s data centers isn’t pretty Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. In college, I stayed up late-late. Like, when most people were waking up for the day, I’d head to bed. Nighttime gave me a chance to be creative with no interruptions. I’d sip on…
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Report: Iran war fuels extra $1.8B Virginians spent on gas
Plus, Lewis Ginter workers escalate their fight for fair wages Share with a friend The Virginia Education Association has a petition urging people to tell their lawmakers to support public-sector collective bargaining legislation in 2027. Below, I take a look at how the Iran war is driving up the cost of living. And,…
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Want to help protect voting rights in VA? 🗳️ Here’s how
Plus: How much have grocery prices risen where you are? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Have you ever had one of those throwback moments? When I went to the grocery store last week, my husband asked if I’d pick up some Greek yogurt. He loves it, I like it, and…
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Last-minute VA day trips to make before summer ends
Plus: Virginia SNAP enrollment down 100K Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Last Saturday, we packed our bags for a single night. While we don’t live forever and away from Galax, we really didn’t want to be pulling in front of our home at midnight after enjoying an awesome concert at…
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Virginia SNAP enrollment down 100K after Trump restrictions
Plus, Warner’s AI plan. Share with a friend Looking for summer plans in Northern Virginia? A music festival on Aug. 15 in Herndon will benefit the migrant aid and advocacy group LaColectiVA. Below, I report on the drop in Virginians enrolled in the state’s food assistance program after the Trump administration cut funding to…
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Recent breakthroughs in infamous Colonial Parkway Murders 👀
Plus: A year after layoffs, workers are still fighting for accountability Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Did y’all miss me yesterday? It felt so strange to not write a newsletter, but there’s a good reason. While we’re still squarely in the summer months, I’d like to bring some more free…
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Wittman makes up to $15K on stock sale
Plus, Lewis Ginter workers are still fighting for a union contract. Share with a friend This edition marks the 100th issue of Virginia Capital since we launched it a year ago. As we celebrate this milestone, please drop me a line to let me know what you like about the newsletter, what you want…
