Category: Latest News

Heavy Marijuana Use Sending More Virginians to the ER With Severe Vomiting, New Data Shows
If you’ve never heard of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, you’re not alone — but Virginia hospitals are seeing it more and more.

Lord Fairfax Health District Expands WIC Services, Adds Clinic Days
For Warren County residents, WIC services are available at the local health department on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Valley Health Wellness Festival Returns Feb. 28 at Apple Blossom Mall
Free community event offers screenings, exhibits and activities for all ages.

Woodstock Fire Chief Named Virginia’s Volunteer Chief Officer of the Year
Woodstock Fire Department Chief Zachary Hottel has been named Virginia’s Volunteer Chief Officer of the Year.

VDOT Crews Working to Patch Potholes Across Virginia Roads
Residents can report road hazards online or by phone.

Virginia DMV Expands Mobile ID Program to Northern Virginia
Digital credential now accepted at some airports, ABC stores and DMV offices.

Data center tax breaks are on the chopping block in some states
Some legislators want to limit or repeal state and local incentives for data centers.

Lawmakers reshape Youngkin’s final budget with focus on affordability, no new taxes
House and Senate money committees advance dueling plans that would end a major data center tax exemption while backfilling federal cuts and boosting schools and health care ahead of conference talks.

Va. state senator pushes for water testing after 243 million-gallon sewage spill in Potomac River
Officials say there is no impact on drinking water, after Virginia Department of Health issued a recreational advisory for 72.5 miles of the Virginia coast along the river.

Fairfax casino bill awaits House action
A bill that would allow a casino in Fairfax County is now before the House of Delegates.










