
What is a variant, how does it form, and why is it harmful?
There’s the delta variant, the lambda variant, and even the delta-plus variant. Variants of COVID-19 are spreading in the United States and in many parts of the world.

There’s the delta variant, the lambda variant, and even the delta-plus variant. Variants of COVID-19 are spreading in the United States and in many parts of the world.

Gov. Ralph Northam today announced a Public Health Emergency Order requiring universal masking in all indoor settings in Virginia’s K-12 schools.

Transportation between the Shenandoah Valley and the other side of Afton Mountain is about to get more accessible.

Following updated CDC guidance and a rise in COVID-19 cases in Virginia, Attorney General Mark Herring’s re-election campaign is now requiring all campaign staff to be fully vaccinated.

The Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority, NASA Wallops Flight Facility, and Northrop Grumman celebrate the successful launch of the 16th cargo resupply mission to the International Space Station.

For most Americans, healthcare ranks among the top public policy issues. Its cost, accessibility, and quality have a direct and tangible impact on a person’s well-being.

The Augusta County School Board reversed its stance on masking for students and staff to start the school year, at the point of a bayonet.

Beginning Monday, Aug. 9, face masks will again be required in the Albemarle County Office Buildings on McIntire Road and 5th Street, and in county-operated facilities, such as community centers and parks bath houses.

Virginia will require its state workers to show proof that they are fully vaccinated or be tested for COVID-19 every week, a policy that will impact approximately 122,000 employees and will go into effect on Sept. 1.

The Virginia Department of Health Central Region is reporting an increase in COVID-19 outbreaks in childcare facilities and summer camps as the Delta variant becomes more prevalent in the area.
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