Water Line Problems Disrupt Tappahannock
Tappahannock maintenance crews have responded to two water line problems as the town deals with aging infrastructure. One along North Water Lane forced Essex County Public Schools to close because it affected Tappahannock Elementary School. Another occurred along Charlotte Street. Town officials say the sewer system has recorded six overflows and about 12 collapses during […]
Read MoreVirginia Lawmakers Seek More Time to Review Energy Merger
Fourteen Virginia lawmakers are asking the governor to call a special General Assembly session to address the proposed Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy merger. They want to double the State Corporation Commission’s review period from 180 to 360 days. Lawmakers say more time is needed to examine the merger’s possible effects on electricity rates, jobs […]
Read MoreFederal Judge Blocks Virginia Immigration Enforcement Law
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Virginia law limiting cooperation between law enforcement agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The law restricts federal immigration agreements and generally requires a judicial warrant, subpoena or detainer before officers can assist in immigration operations. The judge said the Justice Department is likely to prove the law […]
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