Bill honors late John Lewis, safeguards democracy, restores Voting Rights Act
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House Democrats introduced H.R. 14 last month, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to safeguard American democracy.
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$1.5M more in infrastructure funding allocated for Virginia airport improvements
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Virginia’s airports are receiving another $1,538,694 in federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for improvements.
House resolution strengthens U.S.-NATO pact, reaffirms ‘unwavering partnership’
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H.J. Res. 89 mandates any president who intends to withdraw the U.S. from NATO to acquire congressional approval or consent from the Senate.
Ways to grow more food with the population growing, amount of arable land shrinking
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With human numbers expected to swell to 10 billion by 2060 and the amount of arable land shrinking at a rate of about 23 hectares per minute (!), finding sustainable ways to produce more food on less land is a pressing concern.
Virginia Tech expert: Tips to help at-risk dog breeds survive climate change
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As climate change worsens, dogs with short snouts may suffer, and the reason comes down to science.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin announces another round of appointments
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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced additional key administration and board appointments on Friday.
EarthTalk: Are there any proven links between exposure to pollution and mental health?
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Mental health and environment are two issues often in the spotlight, though not often associated together.
Staunton District Traffic Update: VDOT work schedule for week of Oct. 2-6
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VDOT has updated its list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton District during the coming weeks.
U.S. House votes to approve resolution avoiding federal government shutdown
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The U.S. House voted 335-91 on Saturday to pass a short-term funding bill that would keep the federal government open, averting the shutdown that had been looming for weeks.
Goodbye asphalt, hello open space: Waynesboro begins work on South River Preserve
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Asphalt is being removed to make room in Waynesboro for a 26-acre park along the banks of the South River in Constitution Park.
