Governor Spanberger declares state of emergency in Virginia as winter storm looms

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has declared a State of Emergency as a winter storm looms over the Commonwealth this weekend.

Virginia governor declares state of emergency ahead of weekend winter weather

Today, I am declaring a State of Emergency ahead of the winter weather event to ensure Virginia is fully prepared to respond and recover,” Spanberger said Thursday. “Our top priority is the safety of every Virginian.
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WATCH: Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's 2026 State of the Commonwealth address

In his last major speech as chief executive, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin will address both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly in Richmond on Wednesday.

Virginia’s New Governor Moves Swiftly to Overhaul State University Boards

Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, appointed new board members at three state schools, hours after she was sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor.
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State Fair of Virginia kicks off Sept. 26. Here's what you can expect

The State Fair of Virginia will run from Sept. 26 through Oct. 5 at The Meadow Event Park in Doswell. This year's theme, "Real Fun, Real Virginia," focuses on the state's agriculture and forestry industries. New attractions include AgriGolf, while ...