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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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Virginia lawmakers warn higher marijuana fines deepen disparities
Elections and votingLawmakers raised concerns that larger fines for public marijuana use would worsen unequal outcomes among racial groups.
The Ballot Virginia Policy 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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West Virginia launches Dolly Days Read-a-Thon for children
Elections and votingWest Virginia has announced Dolly Days, a read-a-thon centered on children and reading.
The Ballot Virginia News 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
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Virginia early voting starts as mail limits stay blocked
Elections and votingEarly voting is underway in Virginia while Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions remain blocked and unenforceable.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
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Spanberger enacts new Virginia data center rules
Elections and votingVirginia Gov. Spanberger has enacted new state rules governing data centers, shifting attention to implementation and enforcement.
The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 22, 2026
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Virginia early voting starts with ballot limits blocked
Elections and votingVirginia voters can begin voting early while Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions remain blocked and therefore are not in effect.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
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Virginia voter guide for the 2026 midterm elections
Elections and votingVoting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.
The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 20, 2026
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House passes Kiggans bill honoring WWII veteran Shames
Elections and votingThe measure would name a Virginia Beach post office for Col. Edward D. Shames, a World War II veteran.
The Ballot Virginia Policy 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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NextEra, Dominion tie Richmond tower plan to merger approval
Elections and votingThe companies propose spending to on a Richmond tower if their merger receives approval.
The Ballot Virginia Policy 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
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Trump signs bill honoring Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams
Elections and votingThe measure honors the West Virginia World War II hero and is not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 14, 2026