Comprehensive Roadmap Will Guide Tourism Growth, Drive Economic Impact, and Strengthen Virginia’s Competitive Edge RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the release of Virginia’s Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026–2029, a comprehensive roadmap designed to guide tourism growth, sharpen the Commonwealth’s competitive edge, and increase both visitation and […]
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 – Individual income tax returns are due to the federal government today, on what is known as “Tax Day.” Taxpayers in Virginia’s Ninth District could take advantage of new tax benefits thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts reconciliation bill that became law in July 2025. […]
A 16-Day World’s Fair on the National Mall Uniting All 56 States and Territories WASHINGTON, D.C. — Freedom 250 today announced the Great American State Fair, a 16-day national exposition running from June 25 through July 10, 2026, spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument. The celebration […]
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – First Assistant United States Attorney Robert N. Tracci and Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Richmond Division, Ian Kaufmann, warn residents of scam calls being made in the Western District of Virginia. Callers have reported receiving multiple phone calls from numbers not associated with the United […]
By Shirleen Guerra (The Center Square) – Gov. Abigail Spanberger took action Tuesday on a series of firearm-related bills, amending a proposed assault weapons ban while signing several other measures into law. The most closely watched action involved House Bill 217 and Senate Bill 749, which she sent back to […]
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 – The U.S. Forest Service announced it will issue $248 million to U.S. communities through the “Secure Rural Schools” program. “Secure Rural Schools” program funds are essentially meant to supplement Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT). Numerous communities in Virginia’s Ninth District will receive funds. These […]
The PCHS Varsity Baseball game versus Northside High School originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 at 5:00 pm has been adjusted. Due to transportation issues on Northside’s end, the game will now be played at Historic Calfee Park with a 6:00 pm start time. Moving the game to Calfee Park […]
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to strengthen commonsense gun safety laws, clarify how Virginia will continue to cooperate with federal law enforcement, and legalize marijuana in a safe manner that protects public health. COMMONSENSE GUN SAFETY For four years, dozens of gun safety bills were […]
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to valuable worker protection legislation — including collective bargaining for public employees, paid sick leave, and paid family and medical leave. “The General Assembly has sent me several bills that will make Virginia a better place to work and raise a […]
The Lady Cougars traveled to Lord Botetourt, where they faced a very determined Cavalier team that played exceptionally well. The Cougars, having just returned from spring break, showed the effects of time off with no required practice in their gameplay, with sluggish fielding, bats that weren’t driving the ball as […]
By DANIELLE REID Patriot Publishing From a troubled start in life while growing up in Pulaski to becoming a United Methodist Pastor in Pinehurst, N.C., Jabe Largen shares his journey through his recently released book, “They Call Me Jabe.” Largen hopes his book will accomplish two things. First, it will […]
Allen Ray “Ray” Semones, Sr., age 77, of Pulaski, Virginia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Ray was born on March 25, 1949, in Bland, Virginia. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he earned the National Defense […]