Virginia Beach has a new finance director. Wan \"Wendy\" Hu stepped into the role permanently after serving as acting director since August. She took over from Letitia Shelton, who moved to Richmond for a similar position. The city manager, Patrick Duhaney, chose Hu after a thorough search across th
Virginia is known for its data centers. These buildings are big and need a lot of power. They bring money to the area but also cause some problems. People are worried about the power these centers use. They can power nearly 900, 000 homes. That's a lot! Some people think this is not good for the en
James Franklin has taken over as the head coach of Virginia Tech, and his first big task is to shape the 2026 recruiting class. With two games left to assess the current team, Franklin is also busy scouting high school talent. The Hokies' last home game against Miami is a prime opportunity to impres
James Franklin is set to become the new head coach at Virginia Tech. This move comes after his departure from Penn State, where he had a significant buyout clause. The deal with Virginia Tech is expected to greatly reduce the amount he owes Penn State. The college football coaching scene is always
Virginia is making waves in STEM education, and other states should take notice. Recent data shows that Virginia's high schools are excelling in both math and science. In fact, the state's average science proficiency is 59%, which is way above the national average of 43%. Math proficiency is even mo
Virginia is making progress in improving its mental health crisis response, but it's not happening as fast as planned. The state introduced the Marcus Alert system in 2020 to send trained mental health professionals instead of police to handle behavioral health emergencies. This change came after th
Virginia's political landscape turned a deeper shade of blue this election. Democrats not only kept their majority in the House of Delegates but also expanded it. They now hold over 60 seats, up from 51. This change shows a clear shift in voter preferences. Experts say this shift is partly due to p
Virginia is making a bold move to become a top player in the pharmaceutical world. A new center is being built to train thousands of people every year for jobs in this growing industry. This isn't just any training center. It's a big deal because it brings together community colleges and universitie
Virginia's men's soccer team pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win against SMU, securing the 2025 ACC regular-season championship. The game was tense, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut chances. The Cavaliers dominated possession but found it tough to break through SMU's defense. In the f
Virginia's political scene has always been a hotbed of activity, but October 2023 was particularly eventful. This month brought a series of surprises that left many scratching their heads and reaching for their popcorn. From unexpected policy shifts to surprising alliances, it was a month that kept
