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New study ranks Virginia among most innovative states, West Virginia near bottom
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (185+ words) THE TWO VIRGINIAS (WVVA) - A new WalletHub report ranks Virginia among the most innovative states in the country while placing West Virginia near the bottom. WalletHub released its list of 2026’s Most and Least Innovative States after comparing the 50 states…...
West Virginia ranks near bottom for disaster preparedness, Virginia scores higher
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (223+ words) BECKLEY, W.Va. (WVVA) - A new analysis from Tallman Equipment ranks West Virginia near the bottom nationally for disaster preparedness while Virginia scored higher, as questions grow about how much responsibility states and households may need to shoulder during the next…...
VDOT incident responders: Keeping Virginia’s roads safe and moving
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (196+ words) The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is highlighting the critical role of its crews and contractors in ensuring highway safety and mobility, especially during Crash Responder Safety Week, November 17th-21st. RICHMOND, Va. (WVVA) - The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is highlighting…...
Virginia joins 17-state effort calling for fast tariff refunds with interest
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (575+ words) Virginia joined other states urging Congress to require refunds after the Supreme Court voided Trump tariffs imposed under IEEPA, according to NY AG Letitia James. RICHMOND, Va (WVVA) - Virginia has joined a multistate push urging Congress to require refunds after…...
Spanberger signs more than 20 bills to strengthen Virginia schools
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (135+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a slate of bills aiming to strengthen Virginia schools throughout the Commonwealth. Spanberger signed more than 20 bills with bipartisan support to make sure students are set up for long-term success by prioritizing child safety…...
NAACP calls on Virginia leaders to reject ICE detention center proposals
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (153+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WVVA) - The NAACP Virginia State Conference issued a strong statement opposing the establishment of ICE detention centers in Virginia, particularly in Hanover and Stafford Counties. The organization expressed concerns about federal law enforcement actions and called on state…...
West Virginia State Police investigate multi-state racing industry fraud scheme
10+ mon, 5+ hour ago (237+ words) Back in September 2025, the West Virginia State Police Harrisville Detachment kicked off an investigation into a tricky fraud scheme. It all centered around Barry Braun and a company called XR Events,... CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVVA) - Back in September 2025, the West Virginia…...
Virginia and West Virginia leaders share holiday greetings
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (135+ words) THE TWO VIRGINIAS (WVVA) - As families gather for the holiday week, Virginia and West Virginia leaders issued messages thanking public servants, urging community care and wishing residents a peaceful season. Governor‑elect Abigail Spanberger released a Christmas message for 2025 thanking…...
West Virginia’s foster care rate is 8 times the national average—here’s what that mean
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (284+ words) THE TWO VIRGINIAS (WVVA) - West Virginia is confronting a troubling national distinction: the state loses nearly 300 children to foster care annually due to parental abandonment, a rate that far exceeds the rest of the country. According to newly analyzed federal…...
West Virginia ranks 4th most stressed state, Virginia in new report
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (205+ words) THE TWO VIRGINIAS (WVVA) - West Virginia ranked among the most stressed states in the country in a new WalletHub report released ahead of Stress Awareness Month. WalletHub’s 2026 report ranks West Virginia 4th overall for stress, while Virginia ranked 38th, putting it closer…...