Regional funds to address poverty uncertain, less funding likely in 2026
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An organization responsible for distributing public funds to address the challenges of poverty faces an uncertain future due to federal cuts.
Search Results for Childcare
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Virginia Democrats put $15-an-hour minimum wage bill on Youngkin’s desk
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Virginia Democrats were successful in getting legislation to increase the state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by Jan. 1, 2027 to the desk of Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin, who almost certainly will use his veto pen to block it from being enacted.
Staunton City Council to continue discussions of facilities, pool fee increases
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Staunton City Council is reviewing the possibility of increasing pool and facility activities fees at Gypsy Hill Park and Montgomery Hall Park.
Mission possible: Protecting freedom, justice, democracy amid fires, injustice and loss
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The week of January 20th, we mark the second anniversary of the fall of Roe v. Wade and honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting on his enduring message of justice, equality, and nonviolence.
National defense legislation passes Senate to Biden’s desk
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As the 2025 NDAA is ready for President Joe Biden’s signature into law, Virginians can celebrate key priorities for the Commonwealth.
McClellan: NDAA 2025 improves quality of life for servicemembers, denies gender care for minors
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The U.S. House passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 NDAA) in the amount of $923 billion.
Analysis: ARPA outlays to local governments totaled $60.5M; breaking down how it was spent
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The deadline for local governments to use or lose ARPA funds allocated as part of a COVID-19 economic recovery plan is coming up on Dec. 31.
Former Republican Congressman Denver Riggleman endorses Sen. Tim Kaine
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Former GOP Congressman Denver Riggleman crossed party lines last week by endorsing Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia.
Andrew Moss: What this election means for mental health for parents, kids
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Parents face unprecedented levels of stress these days, so much so that the mental health challenges they experience constitute “a serious public health concern for our country.”
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to sponsor after-school meals programs
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The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is sponsoring the At-Risk Afterschool Meals Program, which will provide nutritious meals at no charge.
