Posts Tagged Plastic Bags
Other Virginia Localities May Soon Follow Roanoke’s Lead on Plastic Bag Tax
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 7, 2021
Local governments across Virginia are considering implementing a new plastic bag tax. Michael Pope reports.
Should Localities Be Able to Tax Plastic Bags?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 31, 2020
Local governments across Virginia may be getting the ability to impose taxes on plastic bags. Michael Pope reports.
Should Virginia Impose a Tax on Plastic Bags?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 16, 2019
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Are plastic bags a problem in Virginia? Lawmakers in Richmond are divided. Michael Pope has details.
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From NPR News- CDC Director Backs COVID Booster Plan And Makes An Additional Recommendation September 24, 2021CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky signed off on a series of recommendations from a panel of advisers late Thursday. In addition she also recommended boosters for high-risk workers.
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- Derek Chauvin Plans To Appeal His Conviction In George Floyd's Murder September 24, 2021The former Minneapolis police officer says in documents filed with the court that the judge abused his discretion or erred during several key points in the case.
- Former Catalan Leader Carles Puigdemont Detained In Italy, Lawyer Says September 24, 2021The circumstances under which Puigdemont was taken into custody were not immediately clear. The former Catalan leader fled Spain in 2017.
- CDC Director Backs COVID Booster Plan And Makes An Additional Recommendation September 24, 2021
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- Petrol station closures spark lorry driver row September 24, 2021
