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Virginia School Fails History: Never Go the Full Hitler
Hot Air
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July 1, 2025
Let's try to be fair up front. Education is more an art than a science, and different approaches can yield unexpectedly positive results. With that being said, though -- when students begin drawing pictures of Adolf Hitler as a role model for...
Virginia Expands Definition of ‘Low-Wage’ Employees and Noncompetes
National Law Review
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July 1, 2025
Effective July 1, 2025, Virginia’s noncompete law, Va. Code Ann. § 40.1-28.7:8, has been revised to expand the definition of “low-wage” employees to include all employees classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new...
Stein urges opposition to Trump budget, warning of major job losses, sky-high energy bills
WRAL 5 - North Carolina
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July 2, 2025
President Donald Trump’s budget plan doesn’t only threaten to kick hundreds of thousands of people off of Medicaid in North Carolina and shut down rural hospitals across the state, Gov. Josh Stein wrote to the state’s Congressional delegation on...
Senator Warner speaks on domestic drone production inspired by Ukraine
Blue Ridge Leader - Virginia
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July 3, 2025
By Grace Bennett On June 12, drone-producing company RapidFlight hosted a “fireside chat” panel with Senator Mark Warner and Axios Future of Defense Columnist Colin Demarest. Employees of RapidFlight offered an inside look at the 3D Drone plant...
Appalachian Power urges eligible customers to seek energy bill assistance
WCYB - Virginia
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(WCYB) — With power bills on the rise, Appalachian Power is urging eligible customers to apply for government assistance programs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a federal initiative, is available to help income-eligible customers...
Palantir, BlueForge Alliance Partner To Accelerate Warship Production
Defense Daily
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July 2, 2025
Roll out of the Virginia-class submarine SSN 794 Montana at HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division in 2020. Photo: HII Palantir Technologies [PLTR] will use its Warp Speed digital data platform to help the Navy accelerate the production of...
Buc-ee’s Cuts Ribbon to First Virginia Site
Convenience Store Decisions
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July 2, 2025
After 17 months of construction and planning, Buc-ee’s has officially cut the ribbon to its first travel center in Virginia. Located in Rockingham County, the site sits at 74,000 square feet and features 120 fueling positions. Doors opened at 6...
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Virginia Beach city in week ending June 28?
South Tidewater News - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Virginia Beach city...
Column: Embrace transportation energy independence this July 4
The Virginian-Pilot
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July 2, 2025
It’s an American tradition: hit the highways for the beach or other fun destinations during the July 4 holiday. Recently AAA released its annual July 4 travel projection, and it’s going to be another record year for American travelers — 72.2...
Gaithersburg Cabinetry & Millwork invests $320,000 to expand production line
Woodworking Network
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July 2, 2025
RICHMOND, Va. — Gaithersburg Cabinetry & Millwork, a specialized architectural millwork manufacturer for high-end commercial interiors, plans to invest $320,000 to expand a production line in Fauquier County, Virginia. The company, which received...
Wave of New Laws Takes Effect in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
The Washington Informer
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July 2, 2025
As of July 1, residents across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia have been adjusting to a slate of new laws that impact everything from minimum wage increases, to emerging technologies and public safety. In D.C., workers will see...
Virginia officials stress fireworks safety this 4th of July holiday
The Southwest Times - Virginia
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July 1, 2025
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – As communities across Virginia prepare for Fourth of July festivities, state officials are urging residents to prioritize safety and celebrate responsibly. Fireworks continue to pose a significant risk during holiday...
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow removal of consumer product safety commissioners
SRN News
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July 2, 2025
Audio By Carbonatix By Mike Scarcella WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump’s administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday to intervene in his bid to fire three Democratic Consumer Product Safety Commission members by putting on...
LEED v5 and the Low Cost of Renewable Energy Create a New Momentum for Green Building
Triple Pundit
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Despite the abrupt shift in U.S. energy policy, the numbers don’t lie. The cost of wind and solar energy is less than the cost of natural gas. This long-awaited advantage could pave the way for a boon in green building, helping developers to pitch...
Republican ticket leaders pitch unity, ‘common sense’ at Northern Virginia rally
InsideNoVa - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
In a show of defiance on Democratic turf, Virginia’s Republican ticket appeared together Tuesday night in deep blue Fairfax County to present a united front and rally support ahead of November’s statewide elections. Gubernatorial candidate and...
Virginia Tech Researchers Discover Ants as Ally in Fighting Spotted Lanternflies
PCT - Pest Control Technology
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July 1, 2025
Virginia Tech researchers, led by Assistant Professor Scotty Yang in the Department of Entomology in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, have found a new way to use ants to determine if spotted lanternflies have invaded a new area. The...
‘Don’t Maryland my Virginia’: Youngkin, 2025 GOP ticket rallies together for first time ahead of key election
Fox News
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Virginia GOP gubernatorial nominee Winsome Earle-Sears speaks to Fox News Digital about her vision for Virginia. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! TYSONS CORNER, Va. – Outgoing Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin headlined a major rally Monday...
N. Va. print publications evolve to survive in increasingly digital industry
Arlington Now - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
Some Northern Virginia newspaper publishers are taking creative chances to retain a viable print presence in an industry where online news is increasingly dominant. As instability in readership and advertising has disrupted revenue streams, some...
Aukus review puts spotlight on dramatic decline of US arms manufacturing
The Straits Times
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July 2, 2025
The US government’s decision last month to review the Aukus agreement has shaken the British and Australian governments – while also energising Australian opponents of the deal, who see this as an opportunity for Canberra to back out. Under the...
Cody Jinks Cancels 4th Of July Weekend Shows After Production Trucks Denied Entry Into Canada
Whiskey Riff
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July 2, 2025
Bad news for the Cody Jinks fans who were hoping to see him over the 4th of July weekend. While the United States will be celebrating Independence Day, Cody Jinks was supposed to be crossing the border, bringing his Texas outlaw sound to...