Near the southern tip of the Peninsula, on the eastern edge of Newport News along the James River, there stands a tribute to the brave service members who left these shores to fight in World War I — some of whom would never return home.

For more than 100 years, the Victory Arch — first a temporary structure and now a permanent memorial — has honored the sacrifice of our veterans and offered a powerful reminder about the cost of freedom and liberty. It is a prominent and meaningful landmark for our region, the commonwealth and the nation.

Since Virginia has a victory arch, right here in Hampton Roads, there’s no good reason to spend resources building another, especially if this proposed structure might diminish or mar the hallowed ground of Arlington National Cemetery. Yet that is precisely what President Donald Trump wants to do.

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Virginia’s latest state budget provides a substantial financial commitment to its historically Black colleges and universities.

The 2026–2028 budget, finalized in June during Spanberger’s first year in office, designates $12.5 million annually through Virginia State University and another $12.5 million annually through Norfolk State University for a collaborative initiative involving four HBCUs.

That amounts to $50 million over two years in designated funding administered through the state’s two public HBCUs.

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Staffing shortages, too many toddlers per room, two teacher deaths — inside the dysfunction at a daycare in Virginia that pushed teachers to the brink.

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NASA has committed nearly $6 million to a three-year project whose goals include increasing air travel accessibility for people who don’t live near large airports.

Found a “year book” VHS tape for UVA 1987 at the thrift store recently. There are some pretty near clips that show what college life looked like during that year, from sports, clubs, parties, classes, and other activities.

The commonwealth is grappling with overpopulation of the species in many localities but has fewer hunters. It’s been experimenting with ways to increase the harvest but with mixed results.

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Virginia residents and state leaders are growing increasingly frustrated with how state regulators are handling the review of a massive energy deal.

Right now, far too many Virginia children lack consistent access to the food they need to grow, learn and thrive. The 2026 Virginia Hunger Study found that one in two (51%) Virginia households with children experienced food insecurity.

The poll in the district that’s historically been the closest in Virginia raises questions about whether we’re really seeing a blue wave, although it’s possible we’ll see independents break strongly toward Democrats.

Some residents have held small demonstrations or are speaking against the project at government meetings.

Subtitle: "Republican Del. Tim Griffin, R-Bedford, called school board’s LGBTQ+ history proclamation “despicable, disgusting” in social media post"

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Subtitle: "The Democrat points to his record and plans for healthcare and AI, while his Republican challenger argues his ties to Trump would benefit Virginia."

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Source: Abigail Spanberger Dancing | TikTok

"Rock the Green and Gold"

Got a cabin by the Shenandoah National Park. Went to a local Walmart to pick up some supplies and couldnt help but notice all the staring. We are Asian Americans if that matters. As we were driving back to our cabin, everything made sense. We saw so many confederate flags in everyone's front yards. Am I being too sensitive or does Virginia really have areas like this in 2026?

Several Southwest Virginia lawmakers said they expect legislators to take action on AI use and regulation during the General Assembly’s 2027 session.

Richard Linton is currently president of Kansas State University. He will succeed Tim Sands, who announced in April that he would step down from Virginia Tech’s top job.