Virginia’s General Assembly is taking a look at the “Kings Dominion Law,” regarding the start of the school year, during its current session. Lawmakers are hoping to repeal the bill that requires school districts to start after Labor Day (unless granted a waiver) and instead allow schools to start their year whenever they want.
(WTOP)
All of the rain that we had in 2018 impacted the Chesapeake Bay, according to a new report. From the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s biennial report, the record rainfall was a factor in the increased pollution in the bay.
(Fredericksburg.com)
Corey Stewart, who has served on the Prince William Board of County Supervisors for 15 years, announced that he will not seek reelection as board chair and will leave politics when his term ends in December.
(The Washington Post)
Drones may be coming to Fairfax County, as officials are seeking to gauge the public’s thoughts on use of the unmanned crafts. The use of drones would be for the Public Safety Unmanned Aircraft Systems program for traffic management, search and rescue missions, post-disaster assessments and more.
(WTOP)
The partial government shutdown is having an impact on local roads, as plans to fill potholes could be delayed.
(NBC Washington)
