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Spanberger vetoes Fairfax casino bill

Spanberger vetoes Fairfax casino bill

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

The first veto from Gov. Abigail Spanberger killed a top priority effort from Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D- Fairfax, to authorize a casino in Northern Virginia’s Tysons Corner.

One of Virginia's oldest wineries is entering a new era

One of Virginia's oldest wineries is entering a new era

  • JOANA SULEIMAN The Daily Progress

Barboursville Vineyards in Orange County, Virginia's second-largest winery and one of its oldest, is to be sold to a group of private investors. 

5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

  • ERIC KOLENICH Richmond Times-Dispatch

Spanberger has until April 13 to sign the bill, veto it or propose amendments.

Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

  • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

One of NASCAR’s oldest and most storied venues could again be at risk of losing major race dates, a concern driving the creation of a new Virginia Motorsports Caucus aimed at preserving the sport’s future across the state.

With data center eyeing Southside Virginia, foundation backs controversial tax exemption

With data center eyeing Southside Virginia, foundation backs controversial tax exemption

  • CHARLES WILBORN Danville Register & Bee

State lawmakers are wrangling over a plan that could end the data center retail sales and use tax exemption.

Virginia revenue growing more slowly with new budget still a work in progress

Virginia revenue growing more slowly with new budget still a work in progress

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

As the legislature faces potential overtime or a special session to work out a new two-year budget, state revenue collections grew more slowly due in part to a softening labor market.

Virginia businesses sound alarm over proposed repeal of data center tax break

Virginia businesses sound alarm over proposed repeal of data center tax break

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

A Senate proposal to repeal a lucrative tax break for data centers has brought budget talks to a standstill and set off alarm bells for some business organizations across the state.

Southern Virginia land sale agreement OK'd for developer linked to data centers

Southern Virginia land sale agreement OK'd for developer linked to data centers

    An entity overseeing the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill entered into a purchase and sale agreement Monday afternoon with a firm tied to data center development.

    Roanoke Valley residents unite across party lines over planned Google data center

    Roanoke Valley residents unite across party lines over planned Google data center

      Why would a conservative Facebook group and left-leaning grassroots organizers join forces? To keep a massive Google data center out of Botetourt County.

      Virginia bills say credit shouldn't be factor in auto insurance

      Virginia bills say credit shouldn't be factor in auto insurance

        The legislation, Senate Bill 693, says insurance companies can’t refuse to cover drivers or charge different premiums for coverage solely because of an individual’s credit.

        Central Virginia restaurateurs say 'paper cuts' straining everyone

        Central Virginia restaurateurs say 'paper cuts' straining everyone

          "Paper cuts," a steady accumulation of higher costs eroding already-thin margins, are straining all of Charlottesville restaurants, insiders say.

          How a request in December 2024 led to more than 1,000 jobs for Pittsylvania County

          How a request in December 2024 led to more than 1,000 jobs for Pittsylvania County

            Matt Rowe, the economic development director for Pittsylvania County, said there were about 100 pieces to this economic development puzzle.

            Transit funding in limbo between Virginia's House and Senate budgets

            Transit funding in limbo between Virginia's House and Senate budgets

              When the Virginia House and Senate meet to resolve more than $1 billion in differences between their budgets, they will also have to solve an impending financial crisis for the Metro.

              Rocket motor manufacturing facility could bring more than 1,000 jobs to Southern Virginia

              Rocket motor manufacturing facility could bring more than 1,000 jobs to Southern Virginia

                A spot that decades ago was a thread of life in northern Pittsylvania County will become a new rocket motor manufacturing facility, bringing more than 1,500 new jobs.

                Local News

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 24

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 24

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 22

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 22

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 21

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 21

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                State & Regional

                Prosecutor's 'novel theory' provokes heated debate in UVa football player's rape case

                Prosecutor's 'novel theory' provokes heated debate in UVa football player's rape case

                Tensions flared in the courtroom last week in the rape case of UVa footballer Jahmal Edrine after the prosecution argued that unwanted ejaculation can qualify as rape.

                General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

                General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

                Lawmakers dismissed suggested changes to many significant bills, including measures to rein in prescription drug prices.

                Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

                Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

                If she chooses to veto, Virginia cannot enact legislation on the matter until 2027. 

                Virginia voters narrowly pass redistricting referendum

                Virginia voters narrowly pass redistricting referendum

                Virginia Democrats made a national statement on Tuesday with a narrow victory in a voter referendum on a constitutional amendment to redraw congressional maps before midterm elections in November.

                Nation & World

                US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say

                US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say

                The U.S. deployed the technology at a Saudi Arabia base, they said, as it seeks to stem attacks that killed at least one service member.

                AP Top Stories April 24

                AP Top Stories April 24

                Here’s the latest for Friday, April 24th: Devastating tornado strikes Oklahoma; Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats chocking the Strait of Hormuz; Trump says Israel and Lebanon extended ceasefire; U.S. soldier charged with using classified information in online bett…

                Justice Department charges soldier accused of betting $400,000 on Maduro removal

                Justice Department charges soldier accused of betting $400,000 on Maduro removal

                The soldier, identified as Gannon Ken Van Dyke, helped plan and execute the January operation that captured the Venezuelan president.

                Virginia Giuffre's brother wants King Charles to 'look me in the face'

                Virginia Giuffre's brother wants King Charles to 'look me in the face'

                As King Charles joins Trump at the White House for a private tea next week, Sky Roberts will be a mile away, meeting with senators in the U.S. Capitol.

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                Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market

                Smyth Commonwealth's Attorney honors Saltville officer

                Smyth Commonwealth's Attorney honors Saltville officer

                3 juveniles face charges following Smyth, Wythe pursuit on I-81

                3 juveniles face charges following Smyth, Wythe pursuit on I-81

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                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                Contributor content. Find the perfect birthday gift for the cancer zodiac sign in your life. 

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                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Provided content. In this article we examine the types of businesses adopting cryptocurrencies, along with the advantages and disadvantages they face.

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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

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                Crime

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Kipps Elementary Principal Mark Crummey was among 17 men arrested at a Christiansburg hotel last week. 

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                A $10 million lawsuit accuses a former Roanoke police officer of shooting and seriously wounding an intellectually disabled man who was unarmed during a 2024 encounter.

                'Stabbed 68 times': Lynchburg man found guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend

                'Stabbed 68 times': Lynchburg man found guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend

                Lynchburg Circuit Court Judge F. Patrick Yeatts found Tony Brown guilty of first-degree and three other felonies on Monday in the stabbing death of his Nicole Rosser, his ex-girlfriend.

                Virginia football WR Jahmal Edrine charged with rape, abduction

                Virginia football WR Jahmal Edrine charged with rape, abduction

                Virginia football wide receiver Jahmal Edrine was arrested on Thursday and charged with one count of rape and one count of abduction.

                Politics

                General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

                General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

                Lawmakers dismissed suggested changes to many significant bills, including measures to rein in prescription drug prices.

                Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

                Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

                If she chooses to veto, Virginia cannot enact legislation on the matter until 2027. 

                Madison Warner, daughter of Sen. Mark Warner, dies at age 36

                Madison Warner, daughter of Sen. Mark Warner, dies at age 36

                Madison Warner, the daughter of U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., and former Virginia First Lady Lisa Collis, has died after a long struggle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues.

                After fall: Justin Fairfax's 'profound retreat' from family

                After fall: Justin Fairfax's 'profound retreat' from family

                Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax never recovered from the political scandal that brought down his quest to become governor, a Fairfax County judge concluded last month.

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