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Virginia Retirement System Sees Major Returns
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 7, 2021
The Virginia Retirement System’s trust fund has reached an all-time high after large investment returns over the past year, representatives told the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission Tuesday. Jahd Khalil reports.
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
Credit: JLARC
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- Former Sen. Carl Levin Dies At 87 July 30, 2021During his 36-year career, the Michigan Democrat was best known for leading the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee.
- The CDC Says The Delta Variant Has Changed The War Against COVID-19 July 30, 2021The CDC information dated Thursday gives new details on this variant of the coronavirus and says the agency should "acknowledge that the war has changed." It was first reported by The Washington Post.
- There's A Psychology Lesson Behind Why Olympic Bronze Medalists Are So Happy July 30, 2021Researchers say it may be counterintuitive because silver medalists perform better, but a study shows that third place winners tend to express more happiness after an Olympic event.
- Rep. Bass Downplays Role Of Qualified Immunity In Stalled Police Reform Bill July 30, 2021Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., a lead negotiator trying to forge an agreement over a policing bill, talked about the status of the legislation.
- Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them July 30, 2021Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
- Former Sen. Carl Levin Dies At 87 July 30, 2021
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- Pregnant women urged to get jab as majority unvaccinated July 29, 2021Estimates suggest that hundreds of thousands of pregnant women in England have not yet had the vaccine.
- Nightclubs start asking for NHS Covid pass in England July 29, 2021It comes as the Lib Dems demand MPs debate their use in England amid concerns over discrimination.
- Migrant women and babies held in shocking conditions, MPs find July 29, 2021A group of MPs describes scenes at a Dover asylum unit as "wholly inappropriate" and a Covid risk.
- Walking and biking prioritised in new Highway Code July 30, 2021Greater priority for pedestrians at crossings and for cyclists at junctions are among the changes.
- Russian module mishap destabilises International Space Station July 30, 2021The ISS was pushed out of position after engines on a new Russian module unexpectedly fired up.
- Pregnant women urged to get jab as majority unvaccinated July 29, 2021
