Virginia
Advocates urge VA governor to sign prescription-drug affordability bill
With the approval of the Virginia General Assembly, a bill reducing prescription drug prices is sitting on Gov. Glenn Youngkin's desk. The bill …
VA group helps SNAP/EBT users afford fresh foods
During National Nutrition Month, groups like Virginia Fresh Match are providing people with healthy fresh food options. Since 2009, the coalition of …
Biomass company bankruptcy filing shows industry’s instability
Biomass producer Enviva's recent bankruptcy filing is being considered a sign of the industry's volatility. Recent financial challenges have …
VA school districts, parents working to get electric school buses
By Elizabeth McGowan for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for Virginia News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism …
Transmission upgrades needed to keep U.S. climate goals on track
Environmental groups in Virginia are among those looking at how to improve and modernize electrical grid transmission. Experts said the grid's age …
AARP event prepares Virginians for life after 50
The goal of an AARP Virginia event this weekend is to help people prepare for their 50s and beyond. The "Life at 50-Plus Academy" is a half-day …
VA lawmakers pass minimum wage increase, paid family leave
Virginia lawmakers have approved several bills in the final weeks of their session, including a minimum wage hike. The current minimum wage is $12 …
Report: VA grid manager needs better interconnection process
Virginia's electrical grid manager ranked poorly in a new energy scorecard. Advanced Energy United's Generator Interconnection Scorecard gave PJM …
Report: Philanthropies examining equity and past actions
A new report examines how philanthropy in and around Virginia came at the expense of Black people. The "Cracks in the Foundation" report noted …
VA pediatric dentists find online appointments growing
As part of Children's Dental Health Month, Virginia pediatric dentists are working to improve kids' dental health habits. Recent surveys indicated …
Public libraries take censorship battles to the ballot box
Libraries across Virginia and the nation are fighting back on censorship issues. So far this year, 100 bills are pending at the state and federal …
Legislation addresses long-standing VA foster care legal issues
Virginia's General Assembly is taking up a bill to address outcomes for kids in foster care. Previous legislation either failed to pass or was …