The James River Association is calling for urgent state intervention at the Shoosmith Landfill, warning that contamination risks and financial…
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The Cultural Current
The Pulse of RVA.
Virginia Still Has Legal Marijuana — But No Legal Marketplace
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s veto of legislation creating a regulated recreational marijuana marketplace leaves Virginia in a familiar position: marijuana possession…
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Virginia Supreme Court Blocks Redistricting Plan, Keeping Current Congressional Map in Place
Virginia’s Supreme Court blocked a proposed congressional redistricting amendment, ruling lawmakers failed to follow the Constitution. The decision keeps the…
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Virginia Backs Mid-Decade Redistricting, Opening Door to New House Map
Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment allowing lawmakers to temporarily redraw congressional districts before the 2026 elections, a move that…
Read MoreVirginia’s April 21 Ballot: A Vote on Redrawing Congressional Districts Early
Virginia voters will decide whether to allow early redrawing of congressional districts before 2031 and what that means for representation…
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Virginia Cannabis Retail Launch Delayed Again by Gov. Abigail Spanberger
Virginia’s cannabis rollout faces another delay as Gov. Abigail Spanberger proposes pushing retail sales to July 2027. The move raises…
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Powering the Cloud: How Data Centers Are Reshaping RVA… and Who Pays the Price
Richmond’s fast-growing data center industry is transforming the region’s infrastructure and economy—but rising energy demand, water usage, and policy battles…
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$15 Minimum Wage: Relief for Workers, Pressure for Richmond’s Black-Owned Businesses
Virginia’s move toward a $15 minimum wage promises higher earnings for Richmond’s service workers while placing new financial pressure on…
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Why Abigail Spanberger’s 47% Approval Rating Doesn’t Matter
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s early approval rating appears politically significant—but Virginia’s one-term limit and legislative dynamics render it largely meaningless.
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A Century of Impact: Honoring Dr. William “Fergie” Reid’s Enduring Influence
Dr. William “Fergie” Reid’s 101st birthday marks more than a personal milestone — it offers a moment to reflect on…
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