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Report: Virginia Could Be Doing More to Help Localities Recruit Teachers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 5, 2020
State officials could be doing more to help recruit and retain qualified teachers. That’s one finding in a report released to lawmakers today by the state’s independent watchdog agency. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
JLARC: Virginia Spent Less Than Expected on Medicaid This Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 16, 2019
More Virginians received health insurance through Medicaid this year while the state actually spent less than expected on the program. As lawmakers learned Monday that’s because of Medicaid expansion. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
Gambling in Virginia? Casinos Will Likely Be a Hot Topic for Lawmakers in January
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 22, 2019
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Lawmakers in Richmond are about to place their bets on casino gambling. They’ll get a much-anticipated report on Monday. Michael Pope reports.
Movie Making In Virginia May Not Be A Great Investment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2017
A clap board is readied during the filming of an American Heroes Channel three-part series about the Revolutionary War in Powhatan County, Va., in 2014. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
Virginia taxpayers have spent almost $50 million luring film producers to the state. Movie crews get tax breaks and grants, but new data is casting doubt on whether the investment is worth it. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
JLARC: Some State Salaries Aren’t Competitive Enough
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 13, 2017
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Three-quarters of HR directors at state agencies say they have trouble filling open jobs. The biggest hurdle? Money. That’s according to a new report lawmakers heard in Richmond Monday. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
State Legislators Taking Closer Look At Biosolids
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 18, 2017
David Hudnall and his son, David Hudnall Jr. (Credit: Pamela D’Angelo)
Unless you’re a farmer or an avid gardener, you probably don’t know much about fertilizers. You put some down and your lawn gets greener and your tomatoes bigger. For people living next door to a farm field, fertilizers have become a worry as some farmers use treated human waste to enrich their soil. Pamela D’Angelo reports.
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From NPR News- Here's What Biden Plans To Do In His 1st Day As President January 20, 2021When he gets into the Oval Office, President- elect Joe Biden plans to sign 17 executive actions on priorities like COVID-19, climate, racial justice — and rolling back Trump rules.
- Watching History From Afar, Some Harris Supporters Feel 'Robbed' Of A Big Moment January 20, 2021For so many people, Vice President-elect Harris' inauguration is a momentous occasion. But it is also a moment that has been stripped of much of the traditional pomp and circumstance.
- Biden's Inaugural Address, Annotated January 20, 2021Joe Biden gives his first address to the nation as president. NPR reporters from across the newsroom are providing live fact checks and analysis of the remarks.
- On Immigration, Biden Goes Big In Opening Bid To Congress January 20, 2021Biden will send Congress a proposal that that would protect millions people from deportation, marking a dramatic turn from President Trump's hardline immigration tack.
- Legacy Of President Trump's Travel Ban Will Be Hard For Biden To Erase January 20, 2021President-elect Biden plans to end the Trump administration's travel ban on Muslim-majority countries on Day 1. But immigrant advocates say the lasting effects of the policy will be harder to undo.
- Here's What Biden Plans To Do In His 1st Day As President January 20, 2021
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- Trump pardons dozens in final hours, including ex-aide Steve Bannon January 20, 2021Donald Trump issues pardons and commutations for more than 140 people in his final hours as president.
- Trump farewell: 'We did what we came here to do' January 19, 2021Donald Trump touted his achievements during his last formal address as president.
- Covid vaccine: Priti Patel 'working to get jabs to frontline roles' January 20, 2021Ministers are working to get frontline workers moved up the priority list, the home secretary says.
- Inflation: Cost of living up despite Covid Christmas curbs January 20, 2021The UK inflation rate jumps to 0.6% in December from 0.3% in November, led by higher transport costs.
- Doris Hobday: Identical twin among UK's oldest dies with Covid January 20, 2021Doris Hobday's family say they are "totally heartbroken" to lose her in this way.
- Trump pardons dozens in final hours, including ex-aide Steve Bannon January 20, 2021
