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Norfolk Finalizing Plans to Redevelop Young Terrace and Calvert Square

City aims to transform historically low-income neighborhoods near downtown

Lee Chapel Road to undergo safety upgrades after deadly teen crash

Fairfax Station residents to see construction on dangerous hills in 2027 following community efforts

Amherst County Leaders Grapple with Difficult Budget and Real Estate Tax Rate

Residents face steep property tax hikes as county leaders seek to balance budget needs

Charlottesville City Manager Proposes 2-Cent Real Estate Tax Hike in $279M 2027 Budget

Increased revenue needed to fund priorities like affordable housing, public safety, and education

Fairfax City Proposes 4.5% Budget Increase for Schools and Staff

City Manager cites rising education and debt costs, need for competitive pay

Fairfax County Considers Plan Amendment for Reston Property

1950 Roland Clarke Place parcel may see increase in residential use recommendation

Sewage Spill Exposes Crumbling Infrastructure in Washington, DC

Collapse of major sewer pipe leads to 250 million gallons of waste spilling into Potomac River

Roanoke Residents Envision Entertainment District, Shift Focus Away from Casino

City Council Slows Push for Casino, Focuses on Community Input for New Development

RaShall Brackney Confirmed as New Jackson Police Chief

Brackney brings over three decades of experience to lead the Jackson Police Department.

Trump Plans Grandiose Golf Course Project in D.C. Park

Debris from East Wing demolition dumped at East Potomac Golf Links as part of secret plan

Bristol, Va. City Council Appoints New Member

After a lengthy closed-door session, the council selected Alex Littleton to fill the vacant seat.

Former Martinsville Mayor Appointed to City Council

Michael Gene Teague to serve during suspension of current mayor

Trump Dumps East Wing Rubble in Public Park

Demolition debris from the White House East Wing ends up on East Potomac Golf Links course.

Richmond Residents Rally Against Flock License Plate Readers

Protesters argue the surveillance technology threatens community safety and privacy

DC Mayor Declares Potomac River Sewage Spill a Local Emergency

Bowser seeks federal aid to address massive pipeline rupture that dumped millions of gallons of raw sewage into the river

Arlington Manager Proposes FY27 Budget with Cuts, Tax Hike Amid Slow Growth

The $1.69 billion budget proposal includes $10.6 million in cuts and a 1.5-cent real estate tax rate increase.

Montgomery County Board Tackles School Budget, Subdivision Vote, and Referendum Prep

Supervisors to consider housing development, school funding, and election appropriations at upcoming meeting.

Martinsville Mayor Suspended, Removal Hearing Ordered

Judge suspends Mayor LC Jones and sets show-cause hearing for February 26th

Gordonsville Mayor Apologizes for Social Media Use

But mayor does not retract misinformation he posted about town's water and sewer authority

Marshall Sworn in as Newest Member of Danville City Council

Danny Marshall appointed to fill vacant council seat left by Councilman Madison Whittle's resignation

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