Governor declares statewide emergency

In advance of the severe weather forecast for Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley, Governor Tim Kaine has declared a statewide emergency. "State disaster response agencies stand ready to help those in need, and this disaster declaration allows us to pre-position certain assets in specific regions where weather could create problems," Governor Kaine said. "Residents … Continue reading Governor declares statewide emergency

Chichester on the hot seat today

The Senate Finance committee is scheduled to vote on the transportation plan today. Chairman John Chichester is no fan. In an interesting article in today's Virginian-Pilot, Chichester is profiled as an "old school" politician who is more concerned about doing what is best for the state than playing politics. Speaking of his fellow members of … Continue reading Chichester on the hot seat today