Virginia

2009 Election Roundup: No clear message yet in contests

Sandy Smith — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:16:22 -0600

With Republicans sweeping top offices in Virginia and New Jersey, this much is clear: The 2009 off-year elections are not a referendum on Barack Obama.

Republican Bob McDonnell Winner In Virginia

Armen Hareyan — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:04:51 -0600

Republican candidate Bob McDonnell becomes the winner and the elected Virginia governor. This election result may be the breaking news of the 2009 elections and here is why.

GOP Backer Mocks Democrat's Stuttering

Michael Santo — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:23:58 -0500

Here is another classy move on the part of the GOP. Just when you thought the Republicans couldn't be more classless, the Virginia governor's race came to the fore when a prominent endorser for Republican Bob McDonnell mocked the slight stutter of Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds (pictured).

GOP Endorser Mocks Democrat's Stuttering

Michael Santo — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:17:49 -0500

Classy, GOP, classy. Just when you thought the Republicans couldn't be more classless, the Virginia governor's race came to the fore when a prominent endorser for Republican Bob McDonnell mocked the slight stutter of Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds.

Virginia's Tax-Amnesty Program Starts Oct 7th

Denise Clay — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 03:37:23 -0500

If you owe the state of Virginia back taxes, then you may be able to save some money when you pay the delinquent amount. That is if you pay off the outstanding balance in the next two months. Virginia's tax-amnesty program starts October 7th and runs through December 5th.

Virginia Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday For Appliances

Denise Clay — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:08:19 -0500

For four days in October Virginians will be able to save on their purchases of their appliances. The 2009 Virginia Energy Star sales tax holiday for appliances starts on Friday, October 9th and goes through Monday, October 12, 2009.

Chesapeake Bay BridgeTunnel South Lanes Closed

Armen Hareyan — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 08:27:18 -0500

According to Delaware Online the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel southbound lanes are closed. Apparently two barges have struck each other.

For Virginians, Cigarettes, Tobacco Need Tougher Regulation

DoloresM — Fri, 29 May 2009 00:08:29 -0500

Tobacco has historically being one of Virginia’s most valuable crops, but a new poll shows that the majority of the people in that state are putting public health and safety above state revenue from tobacco farming by supporting stronger regulation of tobacco products.

Will Barrow's Death Haunts UVa's Lacrosse Team

Michael Santo — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:13:03 -0500

When you think of the University of Virginia and sports you probably think basketball, or perhaps football, but almost certainly not lacrosse. This year, however, is special, because of the loss of Will Barrow, and in some ways, because of the cause of his death.

First Major Snow for Carolinas and Virginia

Armen Hareyan — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:04:00 -0600

AccuWeather.com reports a coastal storm formed on Monday night and is spreading a swath of slippery snow across the Carolinas and southeastern Virginia before it departs this evening.

Virginia Governor Unveils State Transportation Solution

erku — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:07:55 -0500

Governor Timothy M. Kaine today stood with members of the House and Senate and released his proposed transportation legislation to be considered during the upcoming special session of the General Assembly. The Governor's legislation will provide much-needed funding for our growing highway maintenance needs; fund congestion relief in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads; and invest in more innovative, energy-efficient transportation solutions.

Why can't the Virginia Pass Autism Insurance Like Florida?

Armen Hareyan — Wed, 21 May 2008 06:58:16 -0500

Autism Speaks Applauds Florida Governor Charlie Crist and State Legislators for Passing Autism Health Insurance Legislation Florida's Senate Bill 2654 Important Step in Requiring Coverage of Necessary Autism Therapies.