
Columbia Gas of Virginia issues important meter protection tips due to winter storm
The results of the significant snow and ice storm across most of Virginia has prompted the need to raise awareness on how to protect outside natural gas meters.

The results of the significant snow and ice storm across most of Virginia has prompted the need to raise awareness on how to protect outside natural gas meters.

Highway work in the Lynchburg District requiring road/lane./structure closures is scheduled, weather permitting.

Now that Winter Storm Jonas has arrived, the Virginia Department of Health offers these tips for staying safe whether enjoying the snow or doing cleanup activities.

The U.S. Small Business Administration joined other federal and local government agencies across the country in reminding people to prepare for severe weather.

Winter weather is expected to hit many parts of Virginia and the East Coast this weekend, creating dangerous driving conditions for motorists.

The U.S. Forest Service has rejected the proposed route of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. The rejection, in a letter dated Tuesday, is likely to seriously delay the project.

Governor McAuliffe has declared a state of emergency that authorizes state agencies to assist localities in responding to an approaching major winter storm.

Due to anticipated snowfall, the City Manager has declared that snow emergency routes in the City of Charlottesville will be in effect as of 6 a.m. on Friday.

Virginia’s Anti-Price Gouging Act prohibits a supplier from charging “unconscionable prices” for “necessary goods and services” during the 30-day period following a declared state of emergency.

U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ stand against the proposed Bakken oil pipeline in Iowa is the focus of a new television ad set to begin airing on Wednesday in Iowa.
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