A Virginia law aimed at facilitating broadband deployment across railroads is facing legal challenges, but electric cooperatives are already utilizing it to complete work at crossings. The law has streamlined the approval process and reduced costs for internet service providers, benefiting rural communities. Despite some challenges, the Cardinal News reports progress has been made in obtaining approvals for crossings, with contractors gearing up for construction. The law has sparked legal battles between railroads and ISPs, with unresolved questions about constitutionality and compensation limits.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is laying the groundwork for another battle with state lawmakers over tax cuts.Preview: Liberty University is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for alleged national origin discrimination related to religion. This new investigation adds to the university's existing list of ten ongoing cases. Despite reaching out for comment, Liberty University has not responded to inquiries from 10 News. The investigation is ongoing, and the university's actions are under scrutiny.
Pumpkin Spice's early arrival ushers in the unofficial start of the fall season. It starts earlier every year as a Halloween push known as Summerween ushers in pumpkin spice season for many retailers. According to Yahoo Finance, the global Pumpkin Spice Market, valued at one-point-one-billion-dollars in 2023, is on pace to soar to two-point-four-billion by 2031. The pumpkin spice craze was born 21 years ago.