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  • Published on 16:29 GMT

    Norfolk Casino Construction Opening Remains on Track

    Construction on the $750 million Norfolk Casino project has reached a major milestone, with the future resort now standing six stories tall along the Elizabeth River waterfront. The still-unnamed Norfolk Resort Casino is being developed between Harbor Park …

    Source: Action Network - Pending
  • Published on Aug 20, 2026

    Staunton’s Amtrak station secures $15 million in rail funds

    STAUNTON, Va. (WVIR) - Nearly $15.6 million in federal funding is being allocated toward upgrades to Staunton’s Amtrak station. The funding is part of a broader initiative to strengthen transportation infrastructure across the Commonwealth. Repairs to the …

    Source: WVIR - Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    All aboard Amtrak’s sleeker, cleaner new trains

    On Charlie Hamilton’s regular Amtrak rides from Seattle to Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, British Columbia, he passes some of the country’s most spectacular vistas: the Puget Sound coast and the Skagit Valley. On clear days, he can even see Mount Rainier …

    Source: Grist Magazine - Left-wing
  • Published on 08:26 GMT

    It’s Too Damn Hot… So What Can We Do?

    Note: Transcripts are generated using a combination of automated software and human transcribers and may contain errors. Please check the actual audio before quoting it. Ariana Brocious: I’m Ariana Brocious. Kousha Navidar: I’m Kousha Navidar. Ariana …

    Source: Climate One - California - Pending
  • Published on Aug 18, 2026

    Virginia secures $17 million to upgrade rail service and improve transportation infrastructure

    Virginia has received $17 million in federal funding to improve transportation in Staunton and Chesterfield County, and to invest in new Amtrak trains serving routes across the commonwealth. U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner said the funding comes from …

    Source: Virginia Mercury - Center-left
  • Published on Aug 17, 2026

    Amtrak reopens East River Tunnel damaged during Hurricane Sandy

    Amtrak is reopening an East River Tunnel line in New York that underwent major renovations after being damaged by Hurricane Sandy back in 2012. Line 2 was back in service Monday, marking the end of part of a large project affecting Amtrak, the Long Island …

    Source: CBS - New York - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 20, 2026

    The triumph and tragedy of light rail in Charlotte

    Charlotte, North Carolina’s light rail line has unfurled a ribbon of density across the sprawling landscape, proving that high-quality transit can have a transformative impact on even the most car-dependent American cities. Since the Blue Line opened in …

    Source: Planetizen - Center-left
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    Paul Marvin Moore Jr.

    Paul Marvin Moore Jr. of South Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on July 9, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on March 31, 1945, in Charleston, West Virginia, Paul, “Bunky,” was the son of Paul Marvin Moore Sr. and Eva Carter Fulks. After graduating from …

    Source: Kanawha Valley Update - West Virginia - Pending
  • Published on Aug 7, 2026

    Virginia’s Best-Kept Culinary Secret Is a Dish Out-of-Staters Never Heard Of

    Virginia is one of the states I come back to the most often, due to a combination of loved ones living there and a never-ending number of attractions and sights I want to visit time and time again. One of the biggest draws of the state, for me, has to be …

    Source: Only In Your State - Indeterminate
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    State of Bedford

    Last week, the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce presented the State of Bedford report to members of the Chamber. County Administrator Robert Hiss and Town Manager Bart Warner spoke. Hiss said the county is growing by 900 people a year. The County’s …

    Source: The Bedford Bulletin - Virginia - Pending
  • Published on Aug 18, 2026

    Beyond the Ballroom: How Old Town Alexandria Supports More Meaningful Meetings Near Washington, D.C.

    ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As organizations continue investing in face-to-face gatherings, meeting planners are placing greater importance on the experience surrounding the event. The 14th Annual Global …

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  • Published on Aug 6, 2026

    Amtrak names Goldman Sachs and Bank of America in bid to condemn D.C. land

    The wording matters: may claim. The filing does not accuse any of these institutions of wrongdoing. They are named because their names may still sit on paper tied to this ground, and Amtrak says it wants that paper cleared before it builds.  The land is …

    Source: Mortgage Professional Australia - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 3, 2026

    This Underrated Amtrak Route Is Quietly Becoming America's Best Sleeper Train

    While many travelers fight elbows on the Interstate traffic or crowd the skies with planes, train passengers are treated to delicious cocktails and meals onboard, complete with car attendants, and Amtrak is no exception. Amtrak's sleeping trains, or …

    Source: The Travel - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 4, 2026

    LIVE UPDATES: Key races unfold in Michigan, Virginia, Kansas, Missouri, Washington

    Breaking News19 mins agoPinned 'Squad' member's comeback bid thwarted as establishment Dems notch victory against socialists A comeback bid launched by former House "Squad" member Cori Bush was thwarted on Tuesday night, as …

    Source: Fox News - Right-wing
  • Published on Aug 17, 2026

    New bullseye for summer of rain; damage reported in Fayette, Kanawha, Raleigh surrounding counties

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Relentless thunderstorms pounded West Virginia Sunday. Sunday’s rain wiped out Sunday’s flooding wiped out the access bridge at the Fayette County Animal Shelter. (Facebook) The storms hit one right after the other beginning Sunday …

    Source: MetroNews - West Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 14, 2026

    $50 Million Funding for Passenger Rail

    Virginia has received $50 million in federal grant funding under the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant program for two passenger rail projects. The grant awards include: $2,050,000,000 …

    Source: NRV News - Virginia - Right-wing
  • Published on Aug 17, 2026

    Senate Dems sound off on surface bill

    QUICK FIX — We caught up with some Senate Democrats about the full surface reauthorization bill. One idea could prove contentious. — The Trump administration is redirecting around $2 billion in funds previously given to California’s high-speed rail project …

    Source: Politico - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 23, 2026

    7News gets an inside look at construction of a new railroad bridge over the Potomac 7News got an inside look Wednesday ...

    WASHINGTON (7News) — 7News got an inside look Wednesday at a massive construction project officials say will drastically improve Amtrak and commuter rail service between Virginia and DC. Officials say the “Long Bridge Project” is still on schedule to …

    Source: WJLA 7 - Washington D.C. - Center-right
  • Published on Aug 17, 2026

    MLB stadium rankings: All 30 ballparks ranked by staying power

    Aug. 17, 2026, 5:50 a.m. ET A picturesque view of a body of water, a well-seasoned concession snack, a home team that doesn’t make you question your life choices – all go into the rubric to determine our favorite ballparks. Yet there are other factors that …

    Source: Marco Eagle - Florida - Neutral

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