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Energy Policy: Gov. Abigail Spanberger unveiled Virginia’s 2026 Energy Plan, laying out multiple pathways to keep the power sector on track for net-zero by 2050 while aiming for reliable, affordable electricity for families and businesses. Data Centers & Power Demand: The federal government announced $5.25 billion to modernize the grid for AI-driven data center growth, highlighting how new demand is straining transmission and distribution systems. Local Jobs & Industry: LG Electronics will invest about $64M in Isle of Wight County to build a chiller factory for data centers, creating 164 jobs. Education & Workforce: Shenandoah University launched Virginia’s first air traffic control certificate program, designed to feed students into FAA training and jobs. Community & Culture: Fear to Hope, a CNU-led effort, is working to restore Newport News’ Ragged Island marsh ecosystem as erosion threatens wildlife habitat. Sports: Virginia Tech hosts Pitt in a primetime ACC matchup Friday, seeking another win as the Hokies keep their momentum.

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Virginia health insurance marketplace opens 2027 plan preview

Henrico Citizen - Virginia |

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Henrico Citizen - Virginia

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Owned By	Tom Lappas through T3 Media LLC
Year Founded	2001
Website	www.henricocitizen.com
Domain Registration Year	2001
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Henrico
Owner Country	United States

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Virginia Beach ballot for City Council is chock-full of return candidates

Daily Press - Virginia |

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Daily Press - Virginia

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Owned By	Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman through Alden Global Capital & Tribune Publishing
Year Founded	1896
Website	https://www.dailypress.com/
Domain Registration Year	1994
Access Type	paid
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Norfolk
Owner Country	United States

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Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger releases state energy plan

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WWBT - Virginia

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Owned By	Gray Media Inc. (Hilton H. Howell Chairman & Co-CEO)
Year Founded	1956
Website	www.12onyourside.com
Domain Registration Year	1997
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Richmond
Owner Country	United States

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Virginia hunting license fee increases take effect Oct. 1

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WBOC 16 - Maryland

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Owned By	Draper Holdings Business Trust (Molly Draper Russell CEO)
Year Founded	1954
Website	www.wboc.com
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Maryland, Salisbury
Owner Country	United States

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Virginia issues chip-enabled SNAP cards as benefit thefts rise

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WDBJ7 - Virginia

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Owned By	Gray Media Inc. (Hilton H. Howell Chairman & Co-CEO)
Year Founded	1955
Website	www.wdbj7.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Roanoke
Owner Country	United States

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Virginia Helicopter Association to celebrate 20th anniversary with event at Waltrip Airport

Daily Press - Virginia |

Owner: Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman info about owner

Daily Press - Virginia

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Owned By	Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman through Alden Global Capital & Tribune Publishing
Year Founded	1896
Website	https://www.dailypress.com/
Domain Registration Year	1994
Access Type	paid
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Norfolk
Owner Country	United States

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2 hours ago

Virginia Senators split on Protect College Sports Act vote

Z95.1 - Virginia |

Owner: Saga Communications Inc. info about owner

Z95.1 - Virginia

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Owned By	Saga Communications Inc. (Towerview LLC led by Daniel Tisch owns 19%) through Charlottesville Radio Group
Year Founded	1954
Website	z951.com
Domain Registration Year	2014
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
Owner Country	United States

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4 hours ago

Virginia Tech football to face Pitt Panthers in primetime matchup Oct. 2

New River Valley Times - Virginia |

Owner: Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron info about owner

New River Valley Times - Virginia

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Owned By	Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron through Metric Media LLC
Year Founded	2020
Website	https://newrivervalleytimes.com/
Domain Registration Year	2019
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Virginia,
Owner Country	United States

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