Format: 2013-05-25

Delegate Morrissey Calls for ABC Referendum

Democratic Delegate Joe Morrissey of Henrico says he believes Governor Bob McDonnell’s plan for ABC privatization is flawed, but says the ultimate decision should be made by the citizens and not the legislature. Craig Carper reports.

Small Business Loan Proposal Nears Completion

A proposal by Senator Mark Warner to supplement lending to small businesses has now passed both chambers of Congress. Craig Carper reports.

ABC Privatization Debate Heats Up

Jeff Schapiro offers weekly analysis of Virginia politics.


 

400th Anniverary of Henricus, Second English Settlement in America

Henricus Historical Park kicks off a year of commemorating the founding of the Citie of Henricus.

Richmond's Tradition in Motor Sports

Brooks Smith recalls the early years of stock car racing in Virginia's capital.

Bargain Contract Approved to Replace Huguenot Bridge

The Commonwealth Transportation Board has just awarded a 35 million dollar contract to replace the 61-year old Huguenot Bridge. That's 24 percent under what was budgeted for the project. Charles Fishburne reports that in an era of tight money, it was one project that had top priority.

McDonnell Announces Funding For Prisoner Re-Entry

Yesterday Governor Bob McDonnell Announced 1.5 million dollars in new funding for Virginia’s Prisoner Re-Entry program. Craig Carper reports.

Unique Story, Unique Presentation at Ft. Lee

The Quartermaster Museum at Ft. Lee is opening a unique exhibit on the 24th, a week from Friday.

Science Matters/Environment: Virginia Team Competing for $5 Million

The X-Prize Foundation will hand out awards to teams that built a new kind of super efficient cars. A team from Lynchburg expects to win big.

Chesterfield Under Mandatory Water Restrictions

Four area localities have voluntary water restrictions today and one mandatory, and as Charles Fishburne reports, there is no relief in sight.