
Big increase in new unemployment claims in Virginia in the past week
For the week ending March 27, the figure for seasonally unadjusted initial claims in Virginia was 28,244, an increase of 10,684 from the previous week.

For the week ending March 27, the figure for seasonally unadjusted initial claims in Virginia was 28,244, an increase of 10,684 from the previous week.

All Virginia ABC stores will be closed on Sunday, April 4, in observance of the Easter holiday.

All individuals in Virginia age 16 and older will be eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine starting on Sunday, April 18, ahead of the May 1 nationwide goal set by President Joe Biden.

Gov. Ralph Northam has recognized April as Alcohol Awareness Month in Virginia, emphasizing the need to increase public awareness and understanding about the dangers associated with alcohol misuse.

Virginia Tech will host 15 in-person commencement ceremonies in Lane Stadium May 10-16 that will be divided up by college to celebrate graduating Hokies while also adhering to public health guidelines.

Gov. Ralph Northam has signed legislation that provides protections against voter suppression, discrimination and intimidation.

Hey, here’s some good news to get your day started: the latest Virginia DEQ Toxic Release Inventory report says the amount of chemicals released into Virginia’s environment is continuing to drop.

Albemarle County Police Department and Virginia State Police are partnering for a speed enforcement initiative on Wednesday.

Virginia broke a 1-1 tie with four runs in the eighth and two more in the ninth on its way to a 7-2 victory at George Washington on Tuesday, completing a sweep of the season series between the two.

Virginia has finalized agreements with Amtrak, CSX and Virginia Railway Express to launch a $3.7 billion investment that will expand and improve passenger, commuter and freight rail in the Commonwealth.
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