Politics
New Law Targets Cigarette Smuggling
May 15, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – You soon will face state fines and criminal charges if you buy large quantities of cigarettes in Virginia intending to resell them in a state with a higher tobacco tax.
Allen, Wittman to Stump in Area
May 15, 2012
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — George Allen is scheduled to stop in at the Prince William County Republican Headquarters tonight.
Lingamfelter Chosen as Delegate at GOP Convention
May 14, 2012
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — This past Saturday, Delegate L. Scott Lingamfelter, R-Prince William, Fauquier, was elected to represent Virginia’s First Congressional District at the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla
Connolly Recognized for Government Workforce Efforts
May 8, 2012
Congressman Gerry Connolly, D-11, will be honored for his support of the federal workforce and his efforts to promote good government at a ceremony Wednesday evening where he will receive the 2012 Public Service Award from the Public Employees Roundtable.
Dudenhefer Earns Top Marks from Chambers
May 2, 2012
NORTH STAFFORD, Va. — Delegate Mark Dudenhefer, R-Stafford, Woodbridge, has received “A” ratings from both the Virginia and Prince William chambers of commerce for the 2012 Legislative Session.
Foreman Wins in Dumfries Election Upset
May 2, 2012
DUMFRIES, Va. — Gerald Foreman has been chosen Mayor of Dumfries during a town election that saw heavy voter turnout.
Dumfries 2012 Voter Guide
April 30, 2012
DUMFRIES, Va. — Dumfries residents will head to the polls Tuesday to elect new Town Council members as well as a new mayor.
Torian Recognized by Chamber
April 26, 2012
On Wednesday, April 18, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce recognized Delegate Luke Torian with The Economic Competitiveness Award, which recognizes legislators who worked to improve Virginia’s business climate during the 2012 legislative session.
Va. Chamber Recognizes Lingamfelter
April 26, 2012
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce recently released its 2012 General Assembly Report Card. Delegate L. Scott Lingamfelter (R-Prince William, Fauquier) was pleased to receive a score of 98 percent on the legislative report which informs citizens on key business related votes taken by the General Assembly during the 2012 Legislative Session.
Kaine in Triangle, Woodbridge Today
April 25, 2012
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Timothy Kaine will be in Triangle and Woodbridge today taking about the economy.
Candland: Back Room Dealings Lead to Budget Increase
April 25, 2012
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Prince William’s new kid on the political block has done more to distance himself from this fellow Board members.
‘Solar Freedom’ Law Won’t See Light of Day
April 24, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – The General Assembly has upheld Gov. Bob McDonnell’s veto of legislation preventing community associations from prohibiting the installation of solar panels on homes.
EpiPen Law May Save Kids with Allergies
April 23, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – When Tiffany Glass Ferreira’s son Charlie was 3, she offered him a treat that nearly killed him.
Fairfax Delegate: ‘HOAs Wield Enormous Amounts of Power’
April 23, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – The General Assembly last week upheld all six of Gov. Bob McDonnell’s vetoed bills, including one that would have increased fines on Virginia residents with out-of-state license plates.
Colgan Votes with GOP, Va. Budget Passes
April 18, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – On the fourth try, the Senate joined the House on Wednesday in approving an $85 billion state budget for the next two years.
Dumfries ‘Jesus Ordinance’ to be Reviewed
April 18, 2012
DUMFRIES, Va. — The Dumfries Town Council sparred Tuesday night over putting Jesus Christ back into their meetings.
Virginia’s Economy Ranks 3rd in the U.S.
April 18, 2012
RICHMOND. Va. – Despite a long recession, Virginia ranks among the top five states with the best economic climates, according to a national lobbying organization.
Motorcycles Can Now Ride Side by Side
April 16, 2012
RICHMOND, Va. – Motorcyclists are eager to legally burn rubber side by side now that Gov. Bob McDonnell has signed legislation permitting them to ride two abreast in a single driving lane in Virginia.
Eyeing Richmond, Stewart Would Prioritize Road Money
April 15, 2012
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Prince William’s Corey Stewart now wants to be Virginia’s Corey Stewart.
