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Virginia Puppy Stores Face Regulation, Inspection
Public invited to comment on new requirements.
Puppy regulation
Opposition to Animal Services Changes
Some say proposal not sufficiently studied; no one in the audience at 2 town hall meetings spoke in favor of the proposal.
Animals
Bitter Pill in Fentanyl Response
Should severe penalties or drug education/treatment prevail?
Virginia’s General Assembly, which convened on Jan. 10, for a 60-day ‘long session’, is considering several fentanyl related bills to address the significant rise in synthetic opioid overdose deaths among Virginians. Fentanyl is now Virginia’s deadliest killer.
Mount Vernon Ladies Receive Spirit of Virginia Award
Governor and First Lady make presentation at the Estate.
“In rescuing America’s most historic home and pioneering the preservation space, the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association embodies what it means to uplift the spirit of Virginia.” — Gov. Glenn Youngkin
Origins of Historic Lorton Property Still Dark
Secret Garden emerges from shrouds of invasive plants with work of volunteers.
Historic Lorton
Care Standards Coming for Virginia’s Nursing Homes
One-fifth of Virginia nursing homes are not meeting expected staffing levels according to Joint Commission on Healthcare.
Nursing Homes Standards
Election Day 2022 in Springfield
Fairfax County citizens vote early, by mail, and at the polls
Election
Early Primary Voting
Registered voters have an opportunity to vote early now, in person or by mail, for the June 8 primary election of Democratic Party candidates.
Popular Entertainment Spots and Nearby Eats in South County
Interesting places to pair food and fun
The south county areas of Springfield, Lorton, Clifton, Fairfax and Fairfax Station are fortunate to have interesting attractions to enjoy for entertainment, exercise, nature and history.
Northern Virginia Faces Loss of Legislative Experience
Redistricting Creates Opportunities and Forces Change
Redistricting
Ides of Bark Lets the Dogs Out
Don’t say it’s ‘the cat’s meow” of dog events
Don’t say it’s ‘the cat’s meow” of dog events
County Animal Shelter Employees Care for Adoptable Pets
Shelter Employees
Pumping Wastewater for Clean Water
The unseen system that completes the circle
Pumping Wastewater for Clean Water