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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…
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Your guide to the 99th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival 🍏
Plus: Meet the Virginia survivors aboard the Titanic Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Today’s a very special day. No, I’m not talking about Tax Day (granted, it’d be a good idea to file by 11:59 p.m. if you haven’t already). Yes, it’s Titanic Remembrance Day, and we’ll highlight that later…
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Teachers union criticizes Spanberger’s changes to collective bargaining bill
Plus, a look at where things stand with the state finances. Share with a friend It’s been a whirlwind day as people digest Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s various changes to different bills, so let’s get right to it. Below, I’ve got the details on what she wants changed in the collective bargaining bill. And…
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🌎 Mark your calendar for VA’s Earth Day events
Plus: A ‘Yes’ vote on redistricting from a Virginia labor union Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Is April zooming by for anyone else? I looked at the calendar and realized we’re just over a week from Earth Day—and my, what a special time that is. Right here in the commonwealth,…
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Spring budgeting: 💵 Tighten up spending, pay down debt
How to cut your Virginia grocery bill to $40/week Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. I’m no financial advisor. As a matter of fact, I’m really not great at math. But squirreling things away? Now that I can do. Later on in today’s newsletter, a reader asks Grace about saving money—so…
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Not your best morning? 🙃 Try these VA-based remedies
Plus: Are you voting yes or no? Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It was an accident, and he’s fine—but my son got absolutely trucked during a game at a youth event on Wednesday. When my husband, Kody, and I picked him up at the end, we got the full play-by-play.…
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Virginia union leaders urge ‘Yes’ vote on redistricting
Plus, where things stand with state budget talks as the special session to pass it draws near. Share with a friend Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed Fairfax County casino legislation late this afternoon. Labor groups supported the bill. “Local governing boards should lead on proposed casino development, as has happened in every locality that now has…
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❓Trivia: Things you never knew were invented in Virginia
Plus: 3,000+ VA jobs expected as Spanberger signs bills Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Ah, Virginia inventions—things from right here at home that change elements of everyday life. As you might’ve heard, necessity is the mother of invention. And this past winter, we desperately needed a way to save our…
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Filing your taxes for free? See if you qualify. 💸
Plus: Get ready for the 2026 steeplechase season Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Guess who finally got her taxes together this morning? This girl. Is it late in the game? Yes. But is it past the filing deadline? No. That’s why I’m giving y’all a gentle nudge: if you’re like…
