News · VA
West Virginia governor announces state park funding
Elections and votingBlennerhassett Island is among the state parks included in a funding announcement from West Virginia’s governor.
The Ballot Virginia DeskOct 3, 2026
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The Ballot Virginia Desk
Nonpartisan election coverage for Virginia
The Ballot Virginia Desk tracks who is running in Virginia, where each candidate stands on the issues, and the key dates on the ballot. Every story is sourced to public records: FEC filings, Open States, Congress.gov, and state election offices. The desk does not endorse candidates or parties.
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News · VA
West Virginia announces statewide home energy rebate program
Energy and environmentWest Virginia has announced a statewide rebate program focused on household energy expenses.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 29, 2026
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Spanberger announces child care funding for Southwest Virginia
Elections and votingThe funding is intended to expand child care in Southwest Virginia, though the amount, recipients and schedule have not been announced.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 27, 2026
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What Virginia voters will decide in the 2026 elections
Elections and votingVirginia’s Nov. 3 ballot includes a U.S. Senate race and elections in all 11 U.S. House districts.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 27, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Candidate profile: Joshua Ertle in Virginia’s 7th District
Elections and votingJoshua Ertle is running without a party affiliation in Virginia’s contested 7th District U.S. House race.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 26, 2026
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Spanberger calls for more state oversight of A.I. data centers
Energy and environmentVirginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger said states should take a greater role in regulating A.I. data centers.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 24, 2026
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Jay Jones joins states opposing federal Medicaid proposal
Health careVirginia Attorney General Jay Jones has joined other states opposing a proposed federal rule involving Medicaid.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 23, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Candidate profile: Nathan Headrick in Virginia’s 11th District
Elections and votingRepublican Nathan Headrick is among eight candidates listed for Virginia’s 11th District general election on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 21, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Candidate profile: Timothy Stephen Cywinski
Elections and votingCywinski is one of 11 Democrats listed in the contested 2026 election for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 20, 2026
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Virginia early voting begins Friday
Health careVirginians can begin voting early Friday in general and special elections involving three proposed constitutional amendments.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 19, 2026
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Dominion updates terms of proposed Virginia NextEra deal
Energy and environmentDominion changed parts of its proposed merger with NextEra as Spanberger and other lawmakers scrutinize the transaction.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 18, 2026
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Warner to vote in Alexandria, questions DHS file access
Elections and votingThe senator will vote Friday as early voting opens and says federal agents improperly obtained Virginians’ personal voter information.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 18, 2026
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Virginia law lets legislator-lawyers delay court cases
Elections and votingThe law requires many court proceedings to be postponed when they conflict with General Assembly sessions or legislative meetings.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 15, 2026
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Trump signs Woody Williams monument act
Elections and votingThe act, named for West Virginia native Hershel “Woody” Williams, creates a National Medal of Honor Monument.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 14, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Joseph Patrick Cooney: Candidate for Virginia’s 7th District
Elections and votingDemocrat Joseph Patrick Cooney is among 18 candidates listed in Virginia’s contested 7th District U.S. House race.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 7, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Candidate profile: Melanie Virginia Lucero
Elections and votingLucero is one of 11 candidates listed in the 2026 general election for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 4, 2026
Candidate profile · VA
Adele Mcclure in Virginia’s 7th District House race
Elections and votingMcclure is listed as a Democrat in the contested 2026 race for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.
The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 1, 2026
Race preview · VA
Who is running for U.S. Senate in Virginia in 2026
Elections and votingVirginia’s contested U.S. Senate race includes 14 candidates across four political labels, including incumbent Democrat Mark Robert Warner.
The Ballot Virginia DeskAug 29, 2026