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Labor, localities split on bargaining bills
Virginia labor unions and local government leaders are pressuring Gov. Abigail Spanberger over legislation expanding collective bargaining rights for public employees.

Free military heritage event returns to Stephens City on June 6, 2026
The American Military Heritage Museum will host its event June 6, 2026.

State Police investigating fatal crash on Strasburg Road in Warren County
Police said a 2001 Jaguar Type S was traveling east on Strasburg Road when it ran off the right side of the road, lost control and overturned.

2026 Virginia Herb Festival brings vendors, herbs, music and family fun to Middletown May 23-24
The Virginia Herb Festival returns to Sunflower Cottage and Backroom Brewery in Middletown on May 23-24. The free two-day event features vendors, artisans, herbs, plants, food, craft beer, live demonstrations, music and family-friendly outdoor fun.

Virginia Supreme Court strikes down gerrymandering referendum, invalidates redistricting vote
A 4-3 Va. Supreme Court has thrown out a redistricting referendum because the required intervening election had already begun when the General Assembly cast its first vote on the proposed amendment.

Corks & Chords May 15, 2026
Corks & Chords will bring live music by Bearded Harmony, food, wine, beer and a relaxed outdoor gathering to the Warren Heritage Society grounds on May 15, with proceeds supporting local history preservation.

Reminder: if you see a fawn, leave it alone
Often, concerned citizens think these fawns need help, but in almost all cases, the best way to help is to simply give the fawn space and leave it alone.

The British are coming: Front Royal to host brief Main Street parade during royal visit on April 30
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are expected to visit Front Royal, Va Thursday April 30, 2026.

Virginia sets new rideshare safety rules
A change to how Virginia screens rideshare drivers will take effect this summer after Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed two bills tightening background check and identity requirements for companies such as Uber and Lyft.

US Supreme Court hears arguments on cancer warning labels for Roundup weedkiller
The U.S. Supreme Court could be ready to overturn a Missouri state court verdict that favored a man who sued the manufacturer of the popular herbicide Roundup for lacking any warning that the product carried a risk of cancer after oral arguments in the case Monday.










