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Could Virginia become a “swing state” in the upcoming presidential election?
FROM STAFF REPORTS 09/20/24 / Breaking News / Federal Government / Politics /
Stephen J. Farnsworth, longtime professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, who is also director of UMW’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies (C4L&MS), says “Virginia may deserve to be treated as a ‘swing state’ once again this year.” Farnsworth's remarks came after a new statewide survey from the Center said Vice President Kamala Harris (D) and former President Donald Trump (R) are locked in a tight presidential contest in Virginia.
Fauquier teacher making another bid for delegate seat held by Lingamfelter
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FROM STAFF REPORTS 02/13/17 / People & Places / Politics / State Government / Warrenton /
Sara Townsend (D-Fauquier) announced her candidacy Feb. 13 for the 31st House of Delegates seat currently held by Scott Lingamfelter.
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General Assembly report from Delegate Richard Anderson - Jan. 20, 2017
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FROM Delegate Rich Anderson (R-51) 01/21/17 / Politics / State Government /
The 100 members of the House introduced over 1,000 bills (I introduced 15), and our 100 Senate colleagues introduced over 700 bills. All are making their way through the committee process and it has shaped up to be a busy session. I’m typically at my desk by 7am and leave Capitol Square after midnight…but it’s fascinating work and a privilege to be your delegate in Richmond!
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Congressman Connolly declines to attend Trump inauguration
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FROM Congressman Connolly's office 01/18/17 / Breaking News / Federal Government / People & Places / Politics /
Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-Va), who represents part of Prince William County, issued the following statement on his decision not to attend the Inauguration:
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Sen. Warner issues warning on 51-48 vote to repeal Affordable Care Act
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01/12/17 / Federal Government / Health & Safety / Money & Taxes / People & Places / Politics /
.S. Sen Mark R. Warner (D-VA), a member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued a statement today on the 51-48 FY 2017 Budget Resolution vote by the Senate, which would begin the process of repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) without providing a viable replacement:
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Va. joins 18 other states in federal lawsuit alleging conspiracy in generic drug costs
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12/15/16 / Federal Government / Health & Safety / Money & Taxes / Politics / State Government /
Hoping to bring down the cost of generic drugs, Virginia's Attorney General Mark R. Herring on Dec. 16 joined with 18 other state attorneys general in filing a federal lawsuit against six generic drug-makers. The suit alleges that the firms conspired to artificially inflate and manipulate prices and to reduce competition in the market for two drugs in the United States: doxycycline hyclate delayed release, an antibiotic, and glyburide, an oral diabetes medication.
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Manassas city voters chose Clinton; Wolfe, Sebesky, Lovejoy win council seats
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By Randi Reid, Observer staff 11/09/16 / Breaking News / Federal Government / Local Government / People & Places / Politics /
Here are the voting totals of Manassas City voters as reported by the State Board of Elections late Nov. 8, 2016 with 6 of 6 precincts reporting.
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Today, Nov. 5 is last day for absentee voting and other voting information
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FROM Prince William County Government 11/05/16 / Federal Government / People & Places / Politics / State Government /
Don't wait until Election Day if you have questions. The Virginia Department of Elections is available to answer voter-related questions between 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays by calling 800-552-9745. Customer service hours have also extended to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Locally, call the Prince William Office of Elections at 703-792-6470 or email
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PW schools to be closed on Election Day, Nov. 8
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10/21/16 / Education / People & Places / Politics /
In anticipation of expected high voter turnout, Prince William County Schools will not hold school on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8.
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PWC Police Report for Nov. 8, 2024: Victim struck in face with stone object
PWC Police investigate alleged sexual assault in 2018, assault and battery on a police officer and alleged assault in Woodbridge.
