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Retail Tobacco Product Definition Expands in Virginia, Effective October 2026

Retail Tobacco Product Definition Expands in Virginia, Effective October 2026

Virginia's legal definition of 'retail tobacco product' is set to expand significantly, effective October 1, 2026. The updated definition, outlined in § 59.1-293.10 of the Virginia Code, will encompass a broader range of items. This includes any product containing, made of, or derived from tobacco or nicotine intended for human consumption, whether smoked, heated, chewed, dissolved, inhaled, absorbed, or ingested. Specific examples provided are cigarettes, heated tobacco products, chewing tobacco, snuff, and snus. Furthermore, the definition will explicitly include electronic smoking devices and any substances they aerosolize or vaporize, regardless of nicotine content. Crucially, components, parts, or accessories of these products, such as filters, rolling papers, blunt or hemp wraps, and glass pipes, will also fall under this expanded classification, even if they do not contain tobacco or nicotine themselves. The revised law also specifies that 'retail tobacco product' will include any nicotine vapor pro...

Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Seeks Curator for American Revolution Museum in Yorktown, Virginia

Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Seeks Curator for American Revolution Museum in Yorktown, Virginia

The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, an educational agency in Virginia accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, is actively seeking a Curator for the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. This role is central to the museum's mission of interpreting early American history, with a specific focus on the American Revolution and its lasting legacies. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading curatorial research, scholarship, and interpretation of historical content, emphasizing diverse perspectives. Key duties include providing curatorial oversight for permanent galleries, developing content for gallery refreshes, and supporting special exhibitions through historical research, writing, and artifact identification. The Curator will also participate in collections development, including recommendations for acquisitions, deaccessions, and loans, and will conduct research to support various museum initiatives, programs, and publications. Additionally, the role involves developing and deliverin...

Localized Flooding Risks in Cave Spring, Virginia During Rain Events

Localized Flooding Risks in Cave Spring, Virginia During Rain Events

Cave Spring, Virginia, is prone to localized flooding during intense rain events, particularly in low-lying areas near drainage channels. Seasonal weather patterns, including mid-Atlantic nor'easters and sea level rise flooding, contribute to precipitation risks in this region. RainViewer provides real-time radar data sourced from NEXRAD stations KLWX (Sterling, VA) and KAKQ (Wakefield, VA), updating every 4–6 minutes with up to 250-meter resolution. This radar system tracks storms approaching from the northeast or southwest, offering hyperlocal insights into storm positions and directions. The highest weather risks occur during June–September (convective and tropical systems) and October–April (nor'easters). Seasonal transitions bring variable conditions, making live radar monitoring more reliable than forecasts during these unpredictable periods.

Pennsylvania reports third measles-related death of 2026

Pennsylvania reports third measles-related death of 2026

Pennsylvania reported its third measles-related death of the year after a woman, 40, died from complications related to the disease.

Florida slips out of Coaches Poll top 25 despite blowout win in Week 2

Florida slips out of Coaches Poll top 25 despite blowout win in Week 2

Despite a 49-point win over an FCS opponent in Week 2, Florida football finds itself outside of the US LBM Coaches Poll top 25.

Oklo Files Emergency FERC Complaint After Virginia Project Removal from PJM Interconnection Queue

Oklo Files Emergency FERC Complaint After Virginia Project Removal from PJM Interconnection Queue

Oklo Files Emergency FERC Complaint After Virginia Project Removal from PJM Interconnection Queue

Oklo Faces Interconnection Study Setback for Small Modular Reactor Project

Oklo Faces Interconnection Study Setback for Small Modular Reactor Project

Oklo Faces Interconnection Study Setback for Small Modular Reactor Project

Hampton, Virginia, Experiences Power Outage Affecting Over 2,000 Customers Due to Tree on Power Line

Hampton, Virginia, Experiences Power Outage Affecting Over 2,000 Customers Due to Tree on Power Line

More than 2,000 customers in Hampton, Virginia, experienced a power outage, primarily in the Northampton area, including parts of Todds Lane and Big Bethel Road. Dominion Energy initially investigated the cause, which was later determined to be a tree falling on a power line. The outage affected approximately 1,600 customers in Hampton. Additionally, over 500 customers in Newport News were without power in the Burkdale area, though that number had decreased from an earlier 1,300. As of an 8:30 p.m. update, the outage in Hampton had reduced to 660 customers, with restoration efforts underway. The Newport News outage was largely resolved.

USDA to Airdrop Millions of Rabies Vaccine Doses Across Southeast to Combat Raccoon Rabies

USDA to Airdrop Millions of Rabies Vaccine Doses Across Southeast to Combat Raccoon Rabies

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to distribute millions of rabies vaccine doses in bait across several Southeastern states starting in October. This annual initiative aims to curb the spread of raccoon rabies by airdropping and spreading fishmeal-coated sachets containing the vaccine. The program targets specific regions, with projects planned for Abingdon, Va., covering parts of North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and southern West Virginia, distributing over 686,000 baits. The Andrews, N.C., project will cover western North Carolina and north Georgia with approximately 415,000 baits. The Dalton, Ga., project will distribute 648,000 baits across Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Additionally, the Gadsden, Ala., project will cover northeast and central Alabama with about 712,000 baits. These baits are safe for domestic dogs and cats, though dogs consuming multiple baits might experience temporary stomach upset. The USDA advises the public to leave the vaccine sachets undistu...

'We're all without a job.' Workers, patrons react to O'Charley's closure

'We're all without a job.' Workers, patrons react to O'Charley's closure

Anger, nostalgia and unanswered questions follow O'Charley's sudden closure after more than 50 years in business.

Senator Tim Kaine Advocates for Affordable Housing Initiatives in Virginia

Senator Tim Kaine Advocates for Affordable Housing Initiatives in Virginia

Senator Tim Kaine recently participated in the unveiling of a prototype house for Micah Ecumenical Ministries' Jeremiah Community in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This project aims to create a neighborhood of small homes with a community center and support services for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness. Kaine praised the initiative as an innovative solution to the growing need for affordable housing, which he identified as a top-three issue across Virginia. The Jeremiah Community has raised over $12 million of the $17.5 million needed for its first phase, including $2.9 million in congressionally-directed spending secured by Senators Kaine and Mark Warner. Kaine also highlighted a similar project by his home parish, St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Richmond, which is building 56 affordable rental units. He noted that Virginia's new Faith in Housing legislation, effective January, will require local zoning ordinances to permit affordable housing development on land owned by religious organizations, ...

Arlington County Faces 'Alien Harboring' Accusations Over Taxpayer-Funded Grants for Deported Immigrant Families

Arlington County Faces 'Alien Harboring' Accusations Over Taxpayer-Funded Grants for Deported Immigrant Families

Arlington County, Virginia, is under scrutiny for implementing a new policy that provides taxpayer-funded grants to families of undocumented immigrants whose primary earner has been detained or deported by ICE. The county plans to allocate $50,000, distributed through the 'social safety-net' ministry ArlingtonThrive, with individual grants of up to $2,000 per affected family to cover basic needs and utilities. This initiative follows a major ICE operation in Maryland and Virginia that resulted in 1,328 arrests of undocumented immigrants. Critics, including former acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey, argue that this policy could violate 'alien harboring' statutes by encouraging or inducing undocumented individuals to remain in the country. Arlington County Manager Mark Schwartz's comments about many affected families being 'unbanked' further fueled concerns, as this suggests the county is aware the funds may go to individuals without legal status. The plan was approved by the county board with a 4-0 vote, wi...