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Recap: What made news last week across Virginia


Published on 2024-12-15 07:42:17 - Richmond
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  • NEW RIVER VALLEY: Additional federal funding of $1.3 million will be made available to assess damages and make plans to restore outdoor recreation sites, including those in the New River Valley, impacted by Hurricane Helene, it was announced by the U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner and U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith on Wednesday.

The article from Richmond.com provides a recap of significant news events from the past week in Virginia. Key highlights include the Virginia General Assembly's session where numerous bills were introduced, covering topics from education funding to criminal justice reform. Governor Glenn Youngkin's budget proposals were also a focal point, aiming to increase investments in education, mental health, and law enforcement. Additionally, there was coverage on the ongoing debate over the state's minimum wage, with discussions on whether to raise it to $15 per hour. Environmental news included updates on the Chesapeake Bay cleanup efforts, with new initiatives to reduce pollution. Lastly, the article touched on local issues like the expansion of broadband internet in rural areas and a notable court case involving a high-profile corruption scandal in Richmond.

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