House lawmakers also launched a committee to explore the impact of the federal workforce cuts and funding reductions on the commonwealth.
Virginia lawmakers wrap short session, 380 bills heading to governor’s desk
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Data centers in Stafford County? You’ll need a permit for those.
Developers would need conditional-use approval for facilities in heavy industrial zones.
Judge rules against plaintiff in suit over city council appointment process
Guy Gormley is still seeking the release of written notes and other materials related to the interview and appointment process.
Exodus hopes to be the genesis of affordable housing for essential workers in King George
King George Board of Supervisors voted to support Exodus Family Institute’s application for a $100,000 grant to conduct a feasibility study for 21 affordable homes.
WATCH: A plea in Stafford to not raise taxes
Several Stafford residents asked the Board of Supervisors not to raise taxes this year.
Vindman calls on Virginians to defend civil servants ‘like they’ve defended us’
At the Caroline NAACP’s Black History Month celebration, congressman urged attendees to reach out with concerns over the direction of the country.
Stafford appoints Loew as parks, recreation and tourism director
He has more than 20 years of experience in parks and recreation.
Earle-Sears: Virginians will be ‘all right’ despite federal workforce purge
During campaign event in Caroline County, the Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate said fired federal workers should look into employment in Virginia’s private sector.
Finn is in as Ward 3 councilor after appointment Thursday
Former planning commission chair will represent Ward 3 through the remainder of term.
Planning commission tells city to cool heels on Technology Overlay District
Following a lengthy public hearing on a zoning district for data centers, commission votes 4-3 to recommend denying approval.
WATCH: Senator Warner talks about changes taking place with the federal government
Virginia Senator Mark Warner says people need to stand up and speak out.
FAAR ‘deeply concerned’ about King George’s proposed zoning amendments
Proposed amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinance would severely limit the amount of homes on one parcel of land.
Youth Mental Health Task Force schools legislators on issues facing students
Virginia State Senator Tara Durant invited the Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ Youth Mental Health Task Force to the Capitol for the Virginia General Assembly to be recognized on Wednesday, January 29.
Local federal employees facing ‘fork in the road’
Deferred resignation, changing telework policies affecting region’s sizable federal workforce.
Stafford supervisors’ code, once a source of friction, approved quietly
Proposed amendment targeting county employees who also serve as officials ultimately not included.
WATCH: Kaine issues open letter to federal workers
Senator Kaine spoke on the Senate floor to share an open letter to federal workers in Virginia and across the country.
David Cropper announces candidacy for City Council Ward 1 seat
Lifelong resident, business owner, will run in November’s election.
Groups hold energetic conversation on data centers in Fredericksburg
Panel at Dorothy Hart included environmentalists, data center developers and Mayor Kerry Devine.
WATCH: Senator Warner questions Trump Administration buyout offer to federal workers
Virginia Senator Mark Warner says he’s frustrated by the lack of information about the Trump Administration’s plan to reduce the federal workforce.
Stuart’s bill passes committee, Caroline’s water permit won’t be impacted
Senate Bill 923, introduced by Sen. Richard Stuart (R-Westmoreland), passed the committee level unanimously. A second bill introduced by Stuart, providing more oversight of data centers, advanced as well.
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