Fairfax County School Board Faces Backlash Over Lack of Transparency in Major Tech Contract
Melanie Meren, speaking passionately at the podium with a potted plant of pink flowers in hand, challenged the administration's reluctance to disclose details on the spot. She referenced past practices, noting that in other...
Fairfax County School Board Faces Backlash Over Lack of Transparency in Major Tech Contract
Melanie Meren, speaking passionately at the podium with a potted plant of pink flowers in hand, challenged the administration's reluctance to disclose details on...
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Rolls Back Zoning Overreach, Empowering Farmers to Rebuild and...
The core purpose of rural zoning in Loudoun County has always been to safeguard agriculture and the productive use of land. Barns and related...
Fairfax County Democrats Block Review of Sanctuary Policy After Illegal Immigrant’s Alleged Murder of...
Pat Herrity, the board's lone Republican supervisor representing Springfield District, introduced a motion during a recent Public Safety Committee meeting to direct county staff...
Fairfax County School Board Faces Internal Backlash Over Controversial Leadership Appointment
Kyle McDaniel, a sitting board member, has been embroiled in a serious lawsuit filed by his former employer, Blue Label Aviation. The allegations are...
Fairfax County School Board Faces Backlash Over Push to Elevate Member Accused of Embezzlement...
Kyle McDaniel, an at-large member, faces an active lawsuit from his former employer, Blue Label Aviation, accusing him of embezzling $175,000. The allegations detail...
Fairfax County School Board Faces Backlash Over Rushed Vote on Incomplete Academic Calendar
Melanie Meren, representing Hunter Mill District, took a firm stand against proceeding with the vote. She emphasized that the board had previously handled motions...
Loudoun County Board Chair Phyllis Randall Calls for Removal of Public Comment Videos, Igniting...
This incident, captured in a widely shared clip, has raised serious questions about the board's commitment to transparency and open government. Public meetings are...
Seventh-Generation Farmer Raises Alarm Over Agrotourism’s Threat to Western Loudoun’s Rural Legacy
Rockland Farm, located in the heart of western Loudoun, represents a piece of Virginia's agricultural history dating back over two centuries. The Devlin family,...
Loudoun County Schools Face Insurance Crisis: Time for Fiscal Discipline in Education Spending
For years, the district enjoyed strong fund performances, but the last few have been markedly challenging, underscoring a failure to plan prudently during good...
Parent Exposes Prince William County School Board’s Alleged $20,000 NDA Offer to Silence ADA...
Melman-Orozco explained that the offer came as a contingency, requiring her to sign the NDA in exchange for the payment. She firmly rejected it,...
Fairfax County School Board Grapples with Calendar Chaos and Policy Void
The Fairfax County School Board, consisting of Chair Sandy Anderson of Springfield District, Vice Chair Robyn Lady of Dranesville District, Ricardy Anderson of Mason...
Working-Class Virginian Begs Supervisors to Reject Massive Property Tax Spike Amid Economic Strain
Jenkins, who works six days a week and faithfully tithes at his church, revealed he had just 75 cents in his bank account at...
Judge rules that gerrymandering elections are unconstitutional
by Scott Dreyer
The Tazewell County Circuit court Judge Jack Hurley issued a temporary injunction on Wednesday against the yes/no Gerrymandering Election which concluded on...
Fairfax School Board Member Slams Return to Dangerous Early Release Policies Endangering Children
The board member highlighted a study from the 2004-2006 timeframe showing Fairfax had the highest number of latchkey kids due to these policies –...
Virginia School Leaders Sound Alarm on Governor’s Collective Bargaining Push as Taxpayer Burden Looms
The bill, introduced in the Senate by Majority Leader Scott Surovell, seeks to dramatically expand collective bargaining rights to public sector employees, including teachers,...
Don Scott allegedly told Virginia Military Institute board members to resign or suffer state...
The Cadet Staff
Sources with direct knowledge of this threat claim that Virginia's House speaker demanded resignation or a change of role for two Virginia...
Virginia Legislature Grapples with $1 Billion Budget Divide Impacting Fairfax County’s Fiscal Future
Fairfax County, home to over a million residents and a key driver of Virginia's economy, stands to lose significantly if the more restrictive proposals...
Virginia Lawmakers Exempt Themselves from Their Own Gun Law
Two Virginians. Two handguns. One law.
by Jeff Bayard
Imagine this scenario: The Walmart parking lot on Midlothian Turnpike is half-empty at 9:47 p.m. A man...
Fairfax County Schools’ Screen Time Hypocrisy Undermines Parental Authority and Child Welfare
The Fairfax County School Board, responsible for overseeing one of Virginia's largest districts, features members including Chair Sandy Anderson of Springfield District, Vice Chair...
Virginia Senate Debates Distillery Mixed Beverage Expansion: Safety Trumps Special Pleas
A seasoned lawmaker, speaking from the well of the chamber, articulated a clear opposition to easing these rules. He acknowledged sympathy for distilleries seeking...
Democrats’ Gerrymandering Scheme in Virginia Exposed as Unconstitutional Power Grab
Sturtevant, representing a district that would be severely impacted by the proposed maps, accused Democrats of selling Virginians 'a bill of goods.' He detailed...
Confederate Monuments’ Uncertain Future
by Catesby Leigh
For a vocal minority, the "Summer of Love" of 2020, with its "Black Lives Matter", "occupied zones," and "statuary vandalism," shines brightly....
Data Mismatch on Virginia Elections Website Raises Transparency Questions in Narrow Redistricting Referendum Victory
RICHMOND, Va. — As Virginia voters narrowly approved a controversial constitutional amendment on April 21, 2026, that paves the way for temporary Democratic-led congressional...
Virginia Father Sounds Alarm on Reckless Truck Maneuvers Endangering Neighborhood Children
The resident pointed out that when these trucks enter the nearby site, they veer sharply into areas where families gather, potentially clipping the top...
Parent’s Harrowing Near-Miss Exposes Dangers of Route 7 Traffic Amid Warehouse Push in Virginia...
This firsthand account serves as a stark reminder of the everyday risks families face on Virginia's congested roadways, particularly Route 7, known for its...
Taxpayer-Funded Government Center in Virginia Faces Push for Pricey Green Add-Ons
From a perspective prioritizing fiscal responsibility, this push raises significant concerns about the prudent use of taxpayer dollars. Government buildings should prioritize durability, functionality,...
Loudoun Counties $2.1 BILLION DOLLAR Non-Departmental Waste: The Budget’s Hidden Black Hole
In Loudoun County’s FY 2027 Proposed Budget, the single largest line item isn’t a fire station, a school, or even sheriff’s deputies. It’s the...
Vandalized ‘Vote NO’ Sign on Prince William Parkway Highlights Tensions in Virginia’s High-Stakes Redistricting...
A large red “Vote NO” campaign sign along Prince William Parkway was discovered vandalized this week, prompting the Prince William County Republican Committee (PWCGOP)...
Loudoun County Taxpayers Foot $85.8 Million Bill for Attainable Housing Push in FY27 Budget
The FY27 proposal includes $10.5 million for a loan program expected to fund 100 units and $4.5 million for the attainable housing fund targeting...
Virginia Delegate JJ Singh Calls for Banning Knives, Guns, Bats, and Cars as Assault...
In his remarks, Singh revisited a gun violence bill that successfully passed the General Assembly and was signed into law. He then highlighted another...
Virginia Distilleries Champion HB 934 for Economic Freedom and Small Business Growth
Kutnow, speaking directly to the economic realities facing Virginia's distilling industry, explained that HB 934 authorizes the ABC Authority to oversee on-premise sales of...
Will Union “Dues Skimming’ come to Virginia?
By Chris Braunlich,
Governor Abigail Spanberger has many reasons to veto the bill that is headed her way. The bill requires local and state...
New Father Challenges Loudoun County’s Risky Plan for Maintenance Facility Near Playgrounds and Schools
The father, whose daughter is just two weeks old, articulated a heartfelt plea: 'I believe this location is not befitting for the purpose that...
Virginia House Bill 145: A Modest Tax on Fantasy Sports Operators Sparks Debate on...
Fantasy sports, legalized under the 2016 Fantasy Contests Act, have operated with minimal state oversight for nearly a decade. Operators currently register but pay...
Parent Delivers Passionate Plea Against Warehouse Project Citing Child Safety Risks and County Liability
Route 7 serves as a critical artery through Virginia's northern regions, carrying thousands of vehicles daily, including high-speed commuters and commercial trucks. The father's...
Virginia slouches towards state-sanctioned Euthanasia
Virginia Democrats are pushing to decriminalize the suicide. What could happen next?
by Bronson Winning
Virginia Democrats have a bill on Governors Abigail Spanberger (D)'s desk,...
The Governor flexes her muscles
by Dick Hall Sizemore
Governor Spanberger issued her first veto. It was a bill of high priority sponsored by one the Senate's top Democrats.
Sen. Scott...
Spanberger wants RGGI to return in July and its Carbon Tax
By Steve Haner,
Abigail Spanberger Administration told an energy industry magazine that they plan to rejoin Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative in July in order...
The Louise Lucas Dilemma in the Virginia Senate
by James C. Sherlock
Real victims can be the result of scandals. This one does. Citizens believe and hope that Medicaid dollars will be used...
Voting Rights and the Left of Virginia
By James C. Sherlock
The author was drawn to Dick Sizemore-Hall’s mailing it in. The comments also caught my attention. Both comments and the article...
Virginians who follow the law are being targeted by the government
Richmond's criminals have won this year, as Democrats try to rewrite the history of gun rights by gutting them.
by Victoria Manning
Virginia Democrats passed far-left...
Loudoun County School Board Faces Backlash Over Alleged Cover-Up of Child Abuse in Classroom
The Loudoun County School Board, chaired by April Chandler and including members such as Anne Donahue as vice chair, along with other elected officials...
Loudoun School Board Democrats Attempt Overreach in Heated SRO Expansion Debate
The Loudoun County School Board, comprising Chair April Chandler, Vice Chair Anne Donohue, Lauren Shernoff, Amy Riccardi, and other members representing the county's nine...
Virginia Democrats pass the most extreme gun ban in America
by Bronson Winning
Democrats in Richmond have advanced legislation that would eliminate the Second Amendment's very essence. They did so without any restraint and with...
Virginia Parents Stand Firm: Biological Sex Cannot Be Changed, Warn Against Harmful Gender Transitions
Biological sex is determined at conception by chromosomes—XX for females, XY for males—and cannot be altered by hormones, surgeries, or declarations. Medical professionals and...
Mark Warner’s Term Limit Pledge from 1996 Contradicted by Fourth Senate Run
In July 1996, Warner, then a political newcomer challenging incumbent Republican Senator John Warner, appeared on a local television broadcast. Speaking directly to voters,...
Vital Need for School Resource Officers in Rural Loudoun County Schools Amid Lengthy Police...
Loudoun County, with its mix of suburban growth and vast rural expanses in districts like Blue Ridge, Catoctin, and Lovettsville, exemplifies the challenges faced...
Mark Warner Faces Backlash for Breaking Two-Term Pledge as He Files for Fourth Senate...
That campaign saw Warner challenge longtime Republican incumbent John Warner in a closely contested race. Despite a strong effort, Mark Warner fell short, losing...
Loudoun County Parents Demand Action After School Board Rejects Fully Funded SRO Proposal for...
The proposal, put forward by Sheriff Mike Chapman, aimed to assign each SRO to cover three to four elementary schools. Currently, SROs are stationed...
Loudoun County Faces New Push for 5-Cent Plastic Bag Tax Amid Fiscal Concerns by...
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, consisting of Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Mike Turner, and supervisors representing the Algonkian, Ashburn, Blue Ridge, Broad...
The March RGGI carbon tax has risen 26% in one year
By Steve Haner,
Virginia is now included in the RGGI map.
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative held...
Loudoun County School Board Rejects SROs for Elementary Schools Amid Rising Safety Concerns
Parents and residents have expressed outrage, pointing to multiple incidents this school year where elementary schools were forced into lockdown. The sheriff's office highlighted...
Virginia HB 261: Expanding Newport News Tax Powers Raises Eyebrows Among Property Rights Advocates
Proponents argue that such flexibility could provide local governments with tools to incentivize development, particularly housing construction. By taxing land more heavily, the policy...
Democrats Advance SB 58 to Extend Mail Ballot Deadlines Despite Integrity Risks
The push comes amid ongoing debates over election security in the commonwealth. Virginia has seen significant expansions in early voting and mail-in options in...
Democrats Push Controversial Redistricting Amendment in Virginia Referendum
The amendment, passed by the House of Delegates and the Senate during the recent legislative session, seeks to alter the redistricting process established by...
Virginia’s RGGI Rejoin Plan: A Costly Carbon Tax in Disguise
RGGI, a cap-and-trade program involving several Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, requires power plants to purchase allowances for their carbon emissions through quarterly auctions. Proponents...
Democrats Imposing Mandatory ‘Fair Housing and Appraisal Bias’ Training on Real Estate Professionals
In a move that expands government oversight into professional licensing, the Virginia Senate has advanced House Bill 170, requiring aspiring real estate appraisers to complete a specific two-hour course on fair housing and appraisal bias before obtaining their licenses.
Virginia Democrats to Vote for Themselves 278% Pay Increase
by Scott Dreyer
Recent days, the Democrat-led General Assembly voted to increase the salary of State Delegates and Senate to $50,000 per annum.
Virginia has always...
Democrats Block Student with Disabilities Diplomas
As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 428 stands as a beacon of promise for students with disabilities navigating the challenges of high school graduation. The legislation seeks to establish an alternative pathway to the standard diploma, addressing a critical gap in the current system that often leaves capable students shortchanged due to rigid assessment requirements.
Virginia Child Psychiatrist Warns Legislature: Sexualized School Content Fueling Porn Addiction in Young Kids
Sheila Furey's remarks underscore growing concerns among parents, educators, and medical professionals regarding the direction of public education in Virginia. 'Highly sexualized content in schools has led to a dramatic increase in pornographic literature and addiction among young children,' she stated emphatically.
Fairfax County Prosecutor Allows Killers to Escape Justice through Insanity Defences
Insanity defenses are used in less than 1% of criminal cases and only 25% of the time. Insanity is a defense that is employed in less than 1% criminal cases, and successful in only 25% of the times.
Boeing leaving Virginia?
Not exactly. Calm down.
by Chris Saxman
Boeing has relocated its Defense, Space & Security division headquarters from Arlington, Virginia to St. Louis, Missouri in order...
Virginia Dems lose support from the leftist media over gerrymandering
Virginia Democrats may have gone a little too far. It's possible that their lopsided map of congressional districts, which was designed to create safe district for Dem candidates hand-picked by the party, is too bold to win over voters this April.
Republicans Rally Against Democratic Bid to Override Voter-Approved Redistricting in Virginia Senate
Senator Christopher Head, a Republican representing parts of Fairfax and surrounding areas, took to the floor to lambast the proposal. He highlighted the irony of Democrats claiming to preserve democracy while seeking to redraw district lines in a manner that would ensure electoral outcomes favor one party.
Fairfax County Schools: $52,000,000 MILLION DOLLARS on Administrative Overload
Julie Perry, who teaches high school history in Fairfax County Public Schools, told IW Features she spends thousands each year on school supplies, classroom necessities, and decorations for her students.
Virginia Senate Erupts in Fiery Debate Over Born-Alive Protection Amendment
Senator Emily Jordan, a Republican, passionately argued for the amendment, emphasizing crystal clear protections for what she described as fundamental rights. She pointed to multiple references in the legislation underscoring the need to provide care for infants born alive, regardless of the circumstances surrounding their birth.
The Most Aggressive Gerrymander in Any State
Virginia Democrats released on February 5 their new proposed maps for carving up the Old Dominion in 11 new Congressional Districts. According to the US Constitution House seats are allocated by population. Since Virginia has a little over 8 million people, we have eleven members in the House of Representatives.
Democrats are making a strategic mistake by gerrymandering Virginia.
Democrats ask voters to protect democracy, abandoning America's most sacred democratic principles: that the voters choose their politicians and that elections have meaning.
Parents Rally Against Virginia’s Proposed Universal Free School Breakfast Bill Over Toxic School Lunch...
The Loudoun County School Board, chaired by Anne Donohue, oversees one of Virginia's largest school districts.
Virginia Child Psychiatrist Sheila Furey Sounds Alarm on School Sexualization Bill in House Education...
Sheila Furey's speaking at the Virginia House of Delegates underscore ongoing battles in Virginia over what constitutes appropriate educational materials. 'Highly sexualized content in schools has led to a dramatic increase in pornographic literature and addiction among young children,' she stated emphatically
Republican Leaders Rally Against Virginia’s Proposed Abortion Amendment Stripping Parental Rights
Senator Mark Obenshain, speaking at a recent session, highlighted the dangers posed by the proposal. He noted that 80 percent of Americans, including a majority in Virginia, support reasonable restrictions on abortion, such as parental notification and consent laws for minors.
Virginia Legislators Debate Parental Rights in Minors’ Abortion Decisions Amid Mental Health Concerns
Senator Cifers pointed out the ambiguity in terms like 'mental health' that might enable procedures without the minor's family knowing. He questioned whether it is reasonable to expect physicians to accurately assess a minor's long-term mental state regarding abortion, especially when the young person might not fully grasp the consequences.
Democrats Reject Common-Sense Protections in Push for Unrestricted Abortion Rights in Virginia
The amendments in question sought to impose reasonable health and safety regulations on abortion facilities, similar to those applied to other surgical centers, and...
Youngkin’s Relentless Drive Delivers Record Economic Boom for Virginia
Over the past four years, Virginia secured a staggering $156 billion in private sector business investments, fueling job creation across the state.
Judge declares redistricting amendment invalid; Democrats proceed despite this
A Tazewell Circuit Court judge ruled on both unconstitutional grounds and statutory grounds that the General Assembly Democrats' attempt to amend the state Constitution to allow a redistricting Congressional district this year was invalid.
Who owns Virginia Mercury?
The author has just finished reading a news story by Markus Schmidt, the prolific journalist who writes for the Virginian-Pilot. This was a reprinting of an article that Mr. Schmidt had written for the Virginia Mercury, his employer.
Loudoun Republicans Stand Firm Against Phyllis Randall’s Plastic Bag Tax
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, consisting of Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Mike Turner of the Ashburn District, Kristen Umstattd of Leesburg, Juli Briskman of Algonkian approved the measure as part of Virginia's statewide authorization for localities to implement such fees.
Virginia’s RGGI Debacle Exposes Democratic Assault on Family Budgets
Now, newly inaugurated Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger has signaled her intent to drag Virginia back into RGGI, potentially costing ratepayers $500 million annually—or about $1,100 per household.
RGGI’s Toll on Virginia Families: Pushing for Authentic Affordability Measures in Loudoun County
In Loudoun County, one of Virginia's fastest-growing and most affluent areas, these elevated energy costs exacerbate the ongoing housing affordability crisis.
Suhas Subramanyam hasn’t discovered the ‘Holy Grail of evidence’ connecting Trump and Epstein
Washington Examiner chief political correspondent Byron York said that the opponents of President Donald Trump are still looking for evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein,...
Loudoun County Faces Housing Crossroads: Juli Briskman’s Push for Density Sparks Hypocrisy Debate
In the heart of Virginia's Loudoun County, a heated discussion on housing policy is unfolding at the Board of Supervisors, highlighting the tension between...
Loudoun County’s $194 Million Surplus Squandered on Government Expansion Instead of Taxpayer Relief
In a move that has sparked outrage among fiscal conservatives, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted on January 6, 2026, to allocate a...
The Looming Threat of Rent Controls in Loudoun County – A Call for Market...
As the Virginia General Assembly gears up for its 2026 session starting January 14, Loudoun County finds itself at the epicenter of a heated debate over housing policies that could undermine property rights and economic vitality. With average rents surging 43% from $1,618 in 2020 to $2,310 in 2025, Democratic leaders on the Board of Supervisors, led by Chair Phyllis Randall, are aggressively advocating for rent stabilization measures.
You can now pay 10% tax on your Fantasy Football or Baseball?
It appears that the 2026 Virginia General Assembly will try to balance the budget of the state by imposing a 10% tax on sports fantasy game players throughout the Commonwealth.
Extremists doxxing TPUSA High-School Club and Teacher Sponsor
First Colonial High School, in Virginia Beach, is the latest battlefield for extremists to target Turning Point USA groups. Public records requests reveal activists trying to silence students who oppose their views. Even TPUSA's teacher sponsor gets doxxed for being a Christian on social media.
Loudoun County’s Push for Rent Caps Sparks Debate on Housing Affordability and Economic Freedom
In the affluent suburbs of Northern Virginia, where Loudoun County has long been a beacon of economic growth and opportunity, a contentious debate is unfolding over proposals to implement rent stabilization measures.
Loudoun County’s Small Businesses Suffocated by Democrat Red Tape and Data Center Boom
In Loudoun County, Virginia, where innovation should thrive, local entrepreneur Rob Batchelder is emblematic of the struggles faced by family-owned businesses under the weight of inconsistent Democratic policies.
Decline in Fairfax County Prosecutions of Steve Descano Raises Alarms on Public Safety
In Fairfax County, Virginia, a sharp drop in felony convictions and cases reaching the circuit court has sparked concerns among residents and law enforcement advocates about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system.
Concerns Mount Over Scott Surovell Senate Leader’s Background in Judicial Selections
This background, conservatives argue, could cloud his judgment when it comes to selecting judges who must uphold law and order without bias.
Shocking Seclusion Practices in Loudoun County Schools Expose Failures in Liberal Education Policies
Leesburg, VA – December 29, 2025 – In a disturbing revelation that underscores the ongoing failures of government-run schools under Democrat leadership, a Loudoun...
Virginia Democrats Advance Mid-Decade Redistricting Amendment Amid GOP Legal Challenges
Virginia's ongoing redistricting saga took a significant turn in October when Democratic leaders in the General Assembly convened a surprise special session to propose a constitutional amendment allowing for mid-decade adjustments to the state's congressional maps.
Democrats Tim Kaine and Mark Warner broke America’s Healthcare System. Republicans are fixing it
The "Unaffordable Healthcare Act" was passed long before Democrats caused the most severe cost-of-living crises in the past half century. Their central planning effort, which accounted for 20% of the U.S. Economy resulted into a government-dominated Healthcare that is unaffordable, and unsustainable. They are now demanding that Republicans extend their COVID era, fraud ridden Obamacare subsidy extension.
Emails show that FBI doubted the probable cause of Mar-a-Lago raid.
According to declassified emails released by Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley on Tuesday, the FBI during the Biden administration questioned if it had established probable grounds to search President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home in 2022.
Glenn Youngkin says RGGI is an issue of affordability for Virginians, while Democrat Abigail...
Gov. Glenn Youngkin is highlighting Virginia’s debate on the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. He portrays his decision to leave the group as a move to promote affordability. Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger has stated her intention to rejoin.
Bill to repeal Virginia’s Right-to-Work law
The Center Square - A new Virginia would repeal the Right-to-Work law. This is one of the major proposals submitted ahead of the...
Democrats’ “immunity through insanity” carries Virginia
The Democrats' victory in Virginia's 2020 elections was a good example. Republicans criticized the Democrats' extreme and unpopular gender ideologies and their radical policies. This made Republicans look like nutcases.
Senator Louise Lucas cut $30,000 checks to this Second Calvary Baptist Church after Abigail...
“You can rest assured that I will be telling our congregation to vote for you,” Second Calvary Baptist Church head pastor Geoffrey Guns told Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones in a video shot on Wednesday.
Virginia Democrats panicked and enact naked power grab
The Democrats in Virginia are panicking over the Republican momentum which is increasing with every new Jay Jones scandal.
Their True Face
In the famous 1953 Vincent Price movie “The House of Wax”, the heroine rips off the face of the kindly old artist to reveal...
The Four Horsemen of the Western Apocalypse: What They Mean for Virginia
Notable Hoover Institute scholar Dr. Victor Davis Hanson recently coined the term the "Four Horsemen of the Western Apocalypse.” Dr. Hanson cites the factors...