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Energy & Utilities: Environmental groups are pushing back on Dominion and NextEra’s $67B merger, saying the Virginia State Corporation Commission needs more time and tougher scrutiny as the deal intersects with the data-center boom. Data Centers & Costs: A new PJM proposal would let large electricity users start service without securing enough new capacity first, shifting the uncovered load into curtailment before emergency demand-response kicks in—raising fresh questions for Virginia ratepayers. Local Infrastructure: VDOT plans to reopen the left lane and end a long-term traffic split on I-64 east at Tidewater Drive in Norfolk starting Aug. 21, with overnight work and lane closures. Construction Disruption: Interstate 81 widening blasting and slow rolls are set to begin Aug. 24 in Roanoke and Botetourt, with delays and noise expected. Business/Legal: Skanska won a $1.2B U.S. data-center contract, including work in Virginia, while Berger Montague opened an investigation into AeroVironment’s board over possible fiduciary-duty issues. Community & Culture: Virginia’s education and community spotlight includes new diocesan school principals and a spotlight on a shuttered school’s legacy. Sports & Entertainment: Kehlani announced arena dates including Richmond, and Virginia Tech’s football roster and transfer stories keep fans focused on the 2026 season.

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Virginia county with 250 data centers begins to rein in building — Loudoun’s more than 250 data centers made it one of the richest counties in the US, but residents are pushing back

Virginia county with 250 data centers begins to rein in building — Loudoun’s more than 250 data centers made it one of the richest counties in the US, but residents are pushing back

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WATCH: Top Virginia State Senator Who Authored $15 Minimum Wage Bill Slams Data Centers for Paying Construction Workers Too Much

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UVA alum Wales to step down as Virginia Theater Festival Artistic Director

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