Monday, October 31, 2011

Daily Update: 10-31-11

Politics/Elections:

Political Text Messages Roil Senate Race In N.VA.
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/30/political-texts-roil-northern-virginia-senate-race/

Profile: Va. Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/profile-va-senate-majority-leader-dick-saslaw

21st Senate District Race Pits Political Veterans
Mason Adams
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300500

Virginia's Future Could Hinge On 22nd District
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/31/virginias-future-could-hinge-22nd-district-ar-1423466/

Fairfax School System Issues Are Creeping Into Barker-Baker Race
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/a-school-board-state-senate-election-connection/2011/10/26/gIQAH4nOTM_story.html

20Th Senate District Is A Critical Battlefield
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300475

Bolling Optimistic Of GOP Pickup In Senate District 20
Johnny Buck
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30716

TV Time Soaking Up Funds In Senate Race
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/30/tv-time-soaking-funds-senate-race-ar-1421754/

Puckett, Light Vying In Newly Redrawn Southwest Senate District
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/puckett-light-vying-four-year-term-newly-redrawn-s-ar-1420550/

Puckett Says He Was Inspired By His Late Father
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/puckett-says-he-was-inspired-his-late-father-ar-1420531/

Light Says God Inspired Him To Run
Debra Mccown
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/light-says-god-inspired-him-run-ar-1420544/

House Candidates Exchange Criticism In Race For Redrawn Seat
Jeff Sheler
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/house-candidates-exchange-criticism-race-redrawn-seat

12Th District Candidate Yost Gets $80,000 From GOP
Mike Gangloff
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300485

Democrats Boost Spending In N.va. Senate Races
Steve Contorno
Washington Examiner
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300485

Presley, Morefield Offer Different Strategies For Helping Region
Mac Mclean
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/30/presley-morefield-offer-different-strategies-ar-1420566/

Del. Barlow Challenged By Morris
Markus Schmidt
Progress Index
http://progress-index.com/news/barlow-challenged-by-morris-in-only-delegate-contest-1.1225501#axzz1cM0ytCN3

Merricks: Budget And Jobs Among Priorities
Eric Steinkopff
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30722

Outside Groups Eclipsing GOP As Hub Of Campaigns
Nicholas Confessore
New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/30/us/politics/outside-groups-eclipsing-gop-as-hub-of-campaigns-next-year.html?_r=3&hp

Children/Education:

UVA Moves To Decentralize Budgeting Process
Ted Strong
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/30/uva-moves-decentralize-budgeting-process-ar-1422598/

Editorials:

GOP Double Talk On Transportation Funding
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/in-virginia-gop-double-talk-on-transportation-funding/2011/10/28/gIQAzv2DXM_story.html

Occupy Richmond: Swift
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/31/tdopin01-swift-ar-1422205/

For The Virginia House And Senate
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/31/tdopin01-swift-ar-1422205/

OP-ED:

Schapiro: Mcdonnell Doing A Job On State Workers
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/30/tdmet01-schapiro-mcdonnell-doing-a-job-on-state-wo-ar-1420876/

Friday, October 28, 2011

Daily Update: 10-28-11

Governor:

McDonnell Will Not Rule Out State Layoffs
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/28/9/tdmain01-mcdonnell-will-not-rule-out-state-layoffs-ar-1416231/

McDonnell, Pursuing Lockheed Martin, Says Md. Is Less Friendly To Business
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-pursuing-lockheed-martin-says-maryland-is-less-friendly-to-business/2011/10/27/gIQAFG7AMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

McDonnell To Announce Plan To Hire Hundreds In Isle Of Wight County
Josh Brown
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-announce-plan-hire-hundreds-isle-wight-county

Commonwealth’s Economy:

Job Cuts At Altria To Affect Richmond
John Reid Blackwell
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/27/5/philip-morris-to-cut-costs-staff-ar-1414791/

Employer Health Coverage Rate Down In Virginia
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/27/employer-health-coverage-rate-down-in-virginia/

Politics/Elections:

Democrats Train Sights On Gun Issues In N. Va. Races
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/democrats-train-sights-on-gun-issues-in-northern-virginia-races/2011/10/26/gIQApUhSMM_story.html

Democrats Accuse GOP Of Scaring Va. Voters With Unsolicited Texts
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Democrats Decry Unsolicited Texts Targeting State Candidates
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-accuse-gop-of-scaring-va-voters-with-unsolicited-texts/2011/10/27/gIQAfr3ZMM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Democrats Tee'd Off By Texts
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/democrats-teed-texts

Abbott, Watson Show Sharp Contrasts In House Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-abbott-watson-williamsburg-debate-20111027,0,4294338.story

Northam Plays Trump Card During Wednesday's Debate
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/northam-plays-trump-card-during-wednesday-debate.html

Houck Gets Endorsement From Ex-Sen. Chichester
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10282011/661508

Stanley Stumps In Henry County
Mickey Powell
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30655

No GOP Attend Blacksburg Forum By Women's Group
Lerone Graham
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300400

Dodson, Garrett Vying For Facebook Fans
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/27/dodson-garrett-vying-facebook-fans-ar-1416265/

Money No Issue For Mclean Del. Barbara Comstock
Kali Schumitz
Fairfax Times
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes

Herman Cain To Return To Virginia Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20111028/NEWS/710289757/1117/1117/money-no-issue-for-mclean-del-barbara-comstock&template=fairfaxTimes

Rove Coming To Regent, Cain To Northern Va.
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/rove-coming-regent-cain-northern-va

Children/Education:

State Superintendents Unveil Education Reform Efforts
Jeremy Slayton
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/28/tdmet04-state-superintendents-unveil-education-ref-ar-1416243/

Finding A Way To Fund Higher Education
Gary Robertson
Va Business Magazine
http://www.virginiabusiness.com/index.php/news/article/finding-a-way-to-fund-higher-education/314936/

Editorials:

House Of Delegates Districts 95 And 98 Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-bacote-editorial-1028-20111027,0,5803872.story

Infusing A Noble Cause Into Politics
Danville Register & Bee Editorial
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/28/infusing-noble-cause-politics-ar-1415976/

Widen Access To Public Records
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370

OP-ED:

Williams: Learning The Language Of Occupy Richmond
Michael Paul Williams
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/300370

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Daily Update: 10-27-11

Governor:

McDonnell Pressed For Meeting On Abortion Rules
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-pressed-meeting-abortion-rules

Attorney General:

Cuccinelli Health Care Appeal Left Off U.S. Supreme Court Calendar
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/cuccinelli-health-care-appeal-left-us-supreme-court-calendar

Politics/Elections:

Who Is Jeff Evans -- And Why Isn't He Spending $1 Million?
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/26/who-jeff-evans-ar-1413173/

National GOP Group Donates Another $550,000 To VA Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/national-gop-group-donates-another-550000-to-va-candidates/2011/10/26/gIQApiviJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Big Names, Big Donations In Battle For Senate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11951394123/big-names-big-donations-in-battle-for-senate

Current And Ex-Governor Helping In Virginia House Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/current-and-ex-governor-helping-in-virginia-house-races/2011/10/26/gIQAkdgBJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Virginia House Hopeful Admits Affair With Student
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-house-hopeful-admits-affair-student

Candidates' Past Surfaces Again In House Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidates-past-surfaces-again-house-race-ar-1413347/

Anti-Abortion Group Backs Reeves, Targets Houck
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/26/anti-abortion-group-backs-reeves-targets-houck/

Anti-Abortion Group Targets Sen. Houck
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/anti-abortion-group-targets-sen-houck/2011/10/26/gIQAt9PUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Loyola, Northam Air Tv Ads As Election Approaches
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-northam-air-tv-ads-election-approaches

In Candidates' Debate, Economy Is Front And Center
Janie Bryant
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/candidates-debate-economy-front-and-center

GOP Hopes To Secure Seat In 12th House District
Mike Gangloff
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/300327

Candidates Introduce Themselves To Manassas Park Residents
Keith Walker
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/oct/26/candidate-introduce-themselves-manassas-park-resid-ar-1413418/

VA Dems Unleash Horror Movie Web Ad
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/va-dems-unleash-horror-movie-web-ad.html

Romney Fires Up Volunteers In Fairfax Before Elections
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-greets-volunteers-in-fairfax-before-virginia-elections/2011/10/26/gIQAhbQUJM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Editorials:

Jobs And Jabs
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660901

Red Licorice
Free Lance-Star Editorial
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/102011/10262011/660940

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Daily Update: 10-26-11

Governor:

McDonnell Seeks Ok For Troopers To Train As Immigration Agents
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-frustrated-feds-havent-given-okay-for-troopers-to-train-as-immigration-agents/2011/10/25/gIQAzBN3FM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

McDonnell Addresses Occupy Wall Street
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio

Politics/Elections:

Senate Democrats Run From Obama And To...McDonnell?
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-addresses-occupy-crowds-radio

National Dems Give $100,000 To Protect Senate Majority
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/national-dems-give-100000-protect-party-control-state-senate

DNC Donates $100,000 To Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/dnc-donates-100000-to-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/25/gIQA5k6AGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Va. Democrats Shift Campaign Focus To Abortion, Guns
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/25/democrats-shift-campaign-focus-to-abortion-guns/

Colgan Reprises ‘Rocky Balboa’ Role In New Tv Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/colgan-reprises-rocky-balboa-role-in-new-tv-ad/2011/10/25/gIQAMohdGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Deeds, Aldous Clash Over Jobs, Education Funding
Graham Moomaw
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/25/deeds-aldous-clash-over-jobs-education-funding-uva-ar-1410383/

Stanley Announces Fundraiser — For Charities
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/25/candidate-promotes-different-kind-campaign-danvill-ar-1410223/

Challenger Rises For 75Th House District
Patrick Kane
Progress Index
http://progress-index.com/news/challenger-rises-for-75th-house-district-1.1223416#axzz1bsu24Jil

Virginia Ballots Skimp On Party Affiliation For Local Candidates
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/virginia-ballots-skimp-on-party-id/2011/10/21/gIQAHYuuGM_story.html?wprss=rss_virginia

Democrats Attack Romney Ahead Of Virginia Visit
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-attack-romney-ahead-of-virginia-visit/2011/10/25/gIQAxuqQGM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Romney Organizes In Va. For Presidential Race
Steve Contorno
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/romney-organizes-va-presidential-race?utm_source=feedburner+dcexaminer/Local&utm_medium=feed+Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news&utm_campaign=Feed:+dcexaminer/Local+(Washington+Examiner's+DC-area+news)feed&utm_content=feed&utm_term=feed

Children/Education:

Va. Higher-Ed Agency Makes Budget Recommendations
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-highered-agency-makes-budget-recommendations

Transportation:

Virginia Port Authority Wants A Voice On New U.S. 460
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460

Editorials:

Two-Party System On The Ropes In Virginia Races
Washington Post Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-port-authority-wants-voice-new-us-460

OP-ED:

Schapiro: GOP Savors Outlook For Senate
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/26/tdmet01-schapiro-gop-savors-outlook-for-senate-ar-1410441/

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Governor:

MCDONNELL ASKS FOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR LOUISA COUNTY SCHOOLS
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-asks-for-disaster-declaration-for-louisa-county-schools.html

MCDONNELL SEEKS FEDERAL AID FOR QUAKE DAMAGE
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-seeks-federal-aid-quake-damage

Politics/Elections:

2011 CANDIDATES FIND THE RIGHT ADDRESSES
JIM NOLAN AND TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/25/tdmain01-2011-candidates-find-the-right-addresses-ar-1407546/

DODSON TV COMMERCIALS AIR; GARRETT CANCELS DEBATE APPEARANCE
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/24/dodson-tv-commercials-air-garrett-cancels-debate-a-ar-1407496/

GOP HOPEFUL O'QUINN HAS POLITICAL CREDITS
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/24/gop-hopeful-oquinn-has-political-credits-ar-1404912/

MILLER, CHOHANY CONTINUE TO SPAR OVER GAS TAX
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-aarp-miller-chohany-debate-20111024,0,5164707.story

BIG-NAME BOOST TO LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/big-name-politicians-visit-virginia-to-help-legislative-candidates/2011/10/24/gIQAV4LjDM_story.html

SOME HOUSE DEMOCRATS LOOKING FOR NEW MINORITY LEADER
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-house-democrats-looking-for-new-minority-leader/2011/10/23/gIQAvjjqCM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

TEA PARTY AIRS TV AD IN N. VA. TARGETING SENATE DEMOCRATS
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

BOLLING TREATS CAMPAIGN DONORS TO A GETAWAY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/bolling-treats-campaign-donors-to-a-getaway/2011/10/24/gIQA0DNUDM_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Transportation:

VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY LEERY OF SENDING MONEY TO THE STATE
PETER FROST
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/business/dp-nws-port-authority-20111024,0,7291841.story

Health:

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN VIRGINIA MAKE PROGRESS ON WAITING LIST
DAVID RESS
News Leader
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111025/NEWS01/110250322/1002/rss

In the know:

NEW VA. LAWS INCREASE FEES IN BODY ART, GROOMING
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/

OP-ED:

WILLIAMS: VA. SHOULD ALLOW CHARTER SCHOOLS MORE AUTONOMY
MICHAEL PAUL WILLIAMS
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/news/2011/oct/25/tdmet01-williams-va-should-allow-charter-schools-m-ar-1407444/

Monday, October 24, 2011

Daily Update: 10-24-11

Legislature:

VA. OFFICIALS TO MEET ABOUT SETTING UP HEALTH-INSURANCE EXCHANGE
MICHAEL MARTZ
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/24/tdmet01-va-officials-to-meet-about-setting-up-heal-ar-1404857/

AFTER 20 YEARS OF CROSSING AISLES, QUAYLE IS DRAWN OUT
JEFF SHELER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/after-20-years-crossing-aisles-quayle-drawn-out

Attorney General:

IN NELSON, CUCCINELLI TALKS FRAUD, ELDER ABUSE
ERIN MCGRATH
Daily Progress
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/21/nelson-cuccinelli-talks-fraud-elder-abuse-ar-1401051/

CUCCINELLI SAYS 'GOOD CHANCE' HE'LL RUN FOR GOVERNOR, BUT DOESN'T SPECIFY WHEN
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/norfolk-cuccinelli-says-good-chance-hell-run-governor

Commonwealth’s Economy:

ECONOMIC ANNOUNCEMENT IN WORKS FOR ISLE OF WIGHT?
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/isle-of-wight-county/dp-nws-windsor-intermodal-business-20111023,0,6277501.story

VIRGINIA UNEMPLOYMENT RATE RISES TO 6.5 PERCENT IN SEPTEMBER
MICHAEL FELBERBAUM
Associated Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/va--unemployment-va-20111021,0,1003831.story

Politics/Elections:

VA. HOUSE OF DELEGATES RACE BETWEEN ARMSTRONG, POINDEXTER TURNS HEATED AND COSTLY
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/va-house-of-delegates-race-between-armstrong-poindexter-turns-heated-and-costly/2011/10/19/gIQAsDdm7L_story.html

NEWPORT NEWS SENATOR DENIES JOB, LEGISLATION ARE CONNECTED
ALLISON T. WILLIAMS
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/dp-nws-miller-orion-20111022,0,2699481.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews+%28Daily+Press+-+Front+Page+News%29

IN BUSINESSES, CANDIDATES BOTH RECEIVE PUBLIC MONEY
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/businesses-candidates-both-receive-public-money

HOUCK IN 8TH TOUGH RACE
BOB LEWIS
Associated Press
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/56188b472261495a898afe883bca8c41/VA--South-Portico/

BERNARD CHALLENGES WATKINS FOR STATE SENATE SEAT
WESLEY P. HESTER
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/23/2/tdmain01-bernard-challenges-watkins-for-state-sena-ar-1402998/

O'QUINN, OSBOURNE VIE FOR SOUTHWEST VA. HOUSE SEAT
MAC MCLEAN
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/23/oquinn-osborne-vy-seat-ar-1402880/

ALL EYES ON 20TH DISTRICT STATE SENATE MATCHUP
TIFFANY HOLLAND
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/22/all-eyes-state-senate-matchup-ar-1401069/

LOYOLA AIMS TO UNSEAT NORTHAM IN 6TH SENATE DISTRICT
JANIE BRYANT
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/loyola-aims-unseat-northam-6th-senate-district

LOBBYISTS PLACE EARLY BETS ON OPEN HOUSE SEATS
VPAP.ORG UPDATES
http://www.vpap.org/updates/show/867

VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS TARGET ANTI-ABORTION CANDIDATE
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-target-anti-abortion-senator/2011/10/21/gIQAdcxD4L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

WEBB, HOUCK DECRY POLITICAL POLARIZATION IN WASHINGTON AND RICHMOND.
DONNIE JOHNSTON
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660279

In the know:

NORTH ANNA REACTORS WILL STAY IDLE INTO NOVEMBER
RUSTY DENNEN
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10222011/660143

Editorials:

AN ELECTION IS COMING
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/election-coming

Friday, October 21, 2011

Daily Update: 10-21-11

Politics/Elections:

Puller: “I’m Still A Strong Supporter Of Obama”
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/puller-im-still-a-strong-supporter-of-obama/2011/10/20/gIQAhuzL1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Janis Calls Attention To His GOP Endorsers
Bill Mckelway
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet01-janis-calls-attention-to-his-gop-endorsers-ar-1395603/

Va. GOP Groups Have More To Spend On Legislative Races
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-gop-groups-have-more-spend-legislative-races

Newman A No-Show
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698910705/newman-a-no-show-by-jim-nolan-twenty-third

Conservative Group Donates More Money To Virginia Candidates
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/conservative-group-donates-more-money-to-virginia-candidates/2011/10/20/gIQABxAs0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Big Pols Break Bread With Bert, Tom
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11698065625/big-pols-break-bread-with-bert-tom

Anti-Taxer Norquist Won't Appear With Loyola After All
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/updated-antitaxer-norquist-wont-appear-loyola-after-all

Democrats Look To Tie Allen To Senate GOP Jobs Proposal
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/democrats-look-to-tie-allen-to-senate-gop-jobs-proposal/2011/10/20/gIQARA4I1L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Republican U.S. Senate Candidates Bicker Over Debate
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11694304663/republican-u-s-senate-candidates-bicker-over-debate

Romney, Perry Asked McDonnell For His Endorsement
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-perry-asked-mcdonnell-for-his-endorsement/2011/10/20/gIQAtUrE0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Children/Education:

Feds To Hear VT's Appeal In December
Dena Potter
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/300010

Teachers Press Lawmakers On Pension Funding
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/teachers-press-lawmakers-pension-funding

In the know:

NRC Meets Today On Restarting Plant
Rusty Dennen
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10212011/659914

Virginia Urged To Strengthen Exotic Pet Laws
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-urged-to-strengthen-exotic-pet-laws/2011/10/20/gIQA8ESm0L_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Editorials:

Positive Signs For Virginia's Oysters
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/positive-signs-virginias-oysters

The Post’s Virginia House Endorsements
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/part-i-of-the-posts-va-house-endorsements/2011/10/20/gIQAcLSk1L_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Daily Update: 10-20-11

Governor:

McDonnell, Obama Meet About Veterans, FEMA Aid
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11653762151/mcdonnell-obama-meet-about-veterans-fema-aid

McDonnell: Obama Administration “Almost Clueless” On Economy
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-obama-administration-almost-clueless-on-economy/2011/10/19/gIQAN9AYxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Commonwealth’s Economy:

State Commerce Secretary Pushes For Business Innovation
Craig Davison
News & Advance
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Politics/Elections:

White House Downplays Reports About Lack Of Support By Virginia Democrats
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/white-house-downplays-reports-about-lack-of-support-by-virginia-democrats/2011/10/19/gIQA7JY8xL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

VPAP: Party Funds Target Races They Deem Critical
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/vpap-party-funds-target-races-they-deem-critical

In Virginia Senate Races, Money Is Flowing
Anita Kumar And Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-virginia-senate-races-money-is-flowing/2011/10/18/gIQAr7uavL_story.html

Political Parties Bankroll Big Chunks Of Some Virginia Senate Races
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/political-parties-bankroll-big-chunks-of-some-virginia-senate-races/2011/10/19/gIQAHGQsxL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Contributions To General Assembly Candidates Down 13 % From 2007
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/tdmet02-va-legislative-hopefuls-getting-less-cash-ar-1395651/

$1 Million Raised For An $18,000-Per-Year Job
Tiffany Holland
Danville Register & Bee
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2011/oct/19/1-million-raised-18000-year-job-ar-1395492/

Cuccinelli Says Senate Dems "Must Be Stopped"
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11657995660/cuccinelli-says-senate-dems-must-be-stopped

Republican Chichester Endorses Democrats In Senate Races
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/

GOP’s Chichester Backs Dem Mitchell Over Black
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/politics/article_254ff2a8-fa77-11e0-b7ea-001cc4c03286.html

Garrett, Dodson Have Similar Ideas On Drug Testing
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/garrett-dodson-have-similar-ideas-drug-testing-ar-1395727/

2 Debate In New 22nd Senate District
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/20/2-debate-in-new-22nd-senate-district-ar-1395608/

Newman Resigning From Bedford GOP Committee To Endorse Putney
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/19/newman-resigning-bedford-gop-committee-endorse-put-ar-1395621/

Stewart Touts Biggest Fundraiser Of His Career
Jeremy Borden
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/stewart-touts-biggest-fundraiser-of-his-career/2011/10/18/gIQAtLibxL_story.html

Allen Puts On His Campaign Shoes
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/20/allen-puts-his-campaign-shoes-ar-1395591/

Children/Education:

Virginia Won't Seek Federal Pre-K Funding
Hattie Brown Garrow
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gov-decides-va-wont-seek-60m-earlyed-grant

Editorials:

Voter Apathy: Whose Fault?
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/20/tdopin01-whose-fault-ar-1395110/

Free-Range Legislators Can't Stray Far For Now
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299905

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Daily Update: 10-19-11

Governor:

McDonnell Chides Federal Government For Hindering Energy Development
Peter Bacqué
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-mcdonnell-chides-federal-government-for-hi-ar-1392846/

Attorney General:

Cuccinelli Files Response To EPA Ruling
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11623567132/cuccinelli-files-response-to-epa-ruling

Attorney General Cuccinelli Speaks To Norfolk Students
Joanne Kimberlin
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/attorney-general-cuccinelli-speaks-norfolk-students

Politics/Elections:

Va. Officials Delay Decision On Rules For Absentee Votes
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-officials-delay-decision-rules-absentee-votes

Va. GOP Eager To Hitch Democratic Opponents To Obama
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/republicans-say-va-dems-are-distancing-selves-obama

Charges Of Ethical Wrongdoing Heat Up 37th Senate Race
Victoria Ross
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355056&paper=82&cat=104

Armstrong Stands By Ad Attacking Appalachian Power
Aaron Martin
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/armstrong-stands-ad-attacking-appalachian-power-ar-1392288/

Roanoke-Area General Assembly Candidates: Cuts To Medicaid Are Painful
Mason Adams
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/news/roanoke/wb/299876

Money Pours Into Roanoke-Area State Senate Races
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299877

Houck Holds Fundraising Advantage
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10192011/659321

Stanley's Team Notes Campaign Finance Error
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/19/tdmet02-stanleys-team-notes-campaign-finance-error-ar-1392853/

Republican Looks To Keep Seat In 34th House District
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/republican-comstock-looks-to-keep-virginia-34th-house-seat/2011/10/18/gIQA1igGvL_story.html

Dodson, Garrett Tangle On Jobs, Education, Taxes
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/

59th District Candidates Spar In Campbell County Farm Bureau Forum
Amy Trent
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/18/59th-district-candidates-spar-campbell-county-farm-ar-1392873/

An Eminent Debate
Michael Lee Pope
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=355070&paper=60&cat=104

Virginia Congressional Incumbents Rake In Cash
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-congressional-incumbents-rake-in-cash/2011/10/18/gIQApwO5uL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Romney To Visit VA, Thank Volunteers
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11615845502/romney-to-visit-virginia-thank-volunteers

Transportation:

VDOT: No Proposal To Cut Local Road Funds
Leesburg Today
http://www.leesburg2day.com/news/article_5634223e-f9a7-11e0-8231-001cc4c002e0.html

In the know:

Obama Wraps Up A Barnstorming Day With A Night In Hampton
Staff Report
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-arrives-hampton-20111018,0,7664403.story

Editorials:

Obama Trip: Welcome
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/19/tdopin01-welcome-ar-1392189/

OP-ED:

Schapiro: More Than Meets The Eye In Statehouse Fight
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/19/tdmet01-schapiro-more-than-meets-the-eye-in-stateh-ar-1392852/

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Daily Update: 10-18-11

Governor:

McDonnell To Join Obama In Hampton Wednesday
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/6/gop-challenges-jobs-plan-ahead-of-obamas-va-visit-ar-1388327/

McDonnell Takes Energy Break For Quick Trip To Wallops
Cory Nealon
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/newport-news/dp-nws-deadrise-1018-20111017,0,2240770.story

Commonwealth’s Economy:

Manassas Offers Help For Homeowners
Joe Conroy
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/business/2011/oct/18/manassas-offers-help-homeowners-ar-1388926/

Politics/Elections:

GOP Enters Homestretch With Big Fundraising Advantage
Andrew Cain And Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/18/tdmet01-gop-enters-homestretch-with-big-fundraisin-ar-1389650/

GOP Has Cash Edge As Virginia Races Throttle Up
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/gop-has-cash-edge-virginia-races-throttle

Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Collects $2.1M In 3Rd Quarter
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/17/virginia-senate-caucus-collects-21m-in-3rd-quarter/

General Assembly Candidates Who Change Addresses Face Skepticism
Mason Adams And Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299829

Chichester Endorses Democrat Puller
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/chichester-endorses-democrat-puller/

Candidates Post September Fundraising Reports
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/on-politics/2011/10/17/candidates-post-september-fundraising-reports/

As Obama Arrives In Virginia, Critics Launch New TV Ad
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus

Locke, Harmon Continue To Spar Over Leadership
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus

Ahead Of Visit, New Ad Attacks Obama's 'second Stimulus'
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/ahead-visit-new-ad-attacks-obamas-second-stimulus

Money Plays Large Role In Senate Race
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/17/money-plays-large-role-senate-race-ar-1389675/

Romney To Campaign In Virginia Next Week
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/romney-will-campaign-in-virginia-next-week/2011/10/16/gIQAuTqLrL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Obama On The Road And Heading Our Way
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-obama-tour-day-1-20111017,0,7003118.story

Conservative Group Airs New TV Ad Before Obama Visit
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit

Transportation:

State To Release $40 Million To N.VA. Transportation Commission
Dana Hedgpeth And Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/virginia-to-release-30-million-to-nva-transportation-commission/2011/10/17/gIQAiZk2rL_story.html

Commuter Bus Service To Get $2.6 Million In Federal Funds
Emily Cyr
News Messenger
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit

Health:

Older, Sicker Inmates Add To Costs In Virginia Jails
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11570027338/conservative-group-airs-new-tv-ad-before-obama-visit

Editorials:

Voter Apathy Will Only Make It Worse
News Leader Editorial
http://www.newsleader.com/article/20111018/OPINION01/110180311/1014/rss03

Political Endorsements
Daily Press Editorial
http://www.dailypress.com/news/opinion/dp-edt-endorsements-editorial-1018-20111017,0,423076.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hrdailypress%2Fnews%2Fopinion+%28Daily+Press+-+Today%27s+Opinion%29

Monday, October 17, 2011

Daily Update: 10-17-11

Legislature:

What A GOP Senate Might Mean For New Virginia Laws
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www.necn.com/10/16/11/What-a-GOP-Senate-might-mean-for-new-Vir/landing.html?&apID=a77a5101e6ee4d6795981ec9a7d3ff18

Kilgore: Scott County Will Continue To Get Tobacco Commission Funds
Wes Bunch
Kingsport Times News
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/

Attorney General:

VA Attorney General Says Obama Lacks Respect For Rule Of Law
Bob Stuart
News Virginian
http://www2.newsvirginian.com/news/wnv-news/2011/oct/16/virginia-attorney-general-says-obama-lacks-respect-ar-1387047/

Politics/Elections:

Flanary Vs. Marsden: Partisan Politics Just Below The Surface
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/in-fairfax-senate-race-partisan-politics-just-below-the-surface/2011/10/13/gIQAyxyumL_story.html

Poll Shows Apathy About Legislative Elections
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/17/5/tdmain01-poll-shows-apathy-about-legislative-elect-ar-1388121/

GOP Sees Opportunity In Redrawn 2nd Senate District
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-republicans-see-opportunity-redrawn-2nd-district

Four Local House Races Lack Incumbents
Chelyen Davis
Free Lance-Star
http://fredericksburg.com//News/FLS/2011/102011/10162011/658608

Transportation:

It Looks Like Fredericksburg Will Be Nestled Between Toll Zones On 95
Scott Shenk
Free Lance-Star
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid

Health:

Some Lacking Health Care In Norfolk Are Well-Paid
Amy Jeter
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/some-lacking-health-care-norfolk-are-wellpaid

In the know:

Obama To Visit Chesterfield Firehouse Wednesday
Andrew Cain
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/16/9/obama-to-visit-chesterfield-firehouse-wednesday-ar-1388002/

Editorials:

Giving Purpose To Gridlock
Virginian-Pilot Editorial
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/giving-purpose-gridlock

Renewable Energy: Noises Off
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/16/tdopin01-noises-off-ar-1385192/

Sloppy Signatures Allowed On Ballots
Roanoke Times Editorial
http://www.roanoke.com/editorials/wb/299663

Before The Next Earthquake
Washington Post Editorial
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/before-the-next-earthquake/2011/10/14/gIQA7nihpL_story.html?wprss=rss_opinions

OP-ED:

Schapiro: ABC Privatization Redux
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/16/tdmet01-schapiro-abc-privatization-redux-ar-1387134/

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Daily Update: 10-13-11

Governor:

MORAN, CONNOLLY TO ASK GOV. MCDONNELL TO SCRAP ABORTION RULES
LAURA VOZZELLA
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/moran-connolly-to-ask-gov-mcdonnell-to-scrap-virginia-abortion-rules/2011/10/12/gIQAdGXCfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

COALITION URGES MCDONNELL TO REJECT ABORTION REGS
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://virginiapolitics.tumblr.com/post/11368214046/coalition-urges-mcdonnell-to-reject-abortion-regs

VIRGINIANS OPPOSE I-95 TOLLS, ACCORDING TO POLL
JIM NOLAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/13/tdmet01-virginians-oppose-i-95-tolls-according-to--ar-1379722/

POLL: VIRGINIANS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT VA. — BUT NOT U.S.
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-virginians-optimistic-about-va--but-not-us/2011/10/11/gIQAlIaneL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

POLL SHOWS VIRGINIANS FAVOR MCDONNELL, NOT I-95 TOLLS
JULIAN WALKER
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/poll-virginians-favor-mcdonnell-not-tolls-i95

MCDONNELL, STATE'S DIRECTION GET HIGH MARKS
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299627

MCDONNELL GETS GOOD NEWS ON POPULARITY
DAVID SHERFINSKI
Washington Times
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/oct/12/pollster-mcdonnell-should-be-careful-not-bump-head/

Commonwealth’s Economy:

STATE REVENUE UP, BUT ECONOMIC WORRIES PERSIST
MICHAEL SLUSS
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299628

GOV. MCDONNELL: VISITORS TO VIRGINIA SPENT MORE IN 2010
JON CAWLEY
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/breaking/dp-nws-tourism-up-20111012,0,6399596.story

Politics/Elections:

MARSHALL, BLACK KICK OFF CAMPAIGNS TOGETHER
KEITH WALKER
News Messenger
http://www2.insidenova.com/news/2011/sep/30/bob-marshall-dick-black-campaigns-ar-1348668/

PLUM, CANNON SQUARE OFF FOR 32ND DELEGATE SEAT
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354900&paper=88&cat=104

COMSTOCK, DANNER FACE OFF FOR 34TH
ALEX MCVEIGH
Connection Newspapers
http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=354896&paper=88&cat=104

DODSON: GARRETT FLIP-FLOPPED ON CLOSING AGENCIES
RAY REED
News & Advance
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story

LOCKE, HARMON FIRE JABS AT CANDIDATES FORUM
TODD ALLEN WILSON
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/politics/dp-nws-hampton-ga-candidates-forum-20111012,0,2416808.story

POINDEXTER TO OBAMA: COME TO MARTINSVILLE
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30461

SENIOR TOPICS, JOBS RANKED AS TOP ISSUES IN ARMSTRONG SURVEY
ERIC STEINKOPFF
Martinsville Bulletin
http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=30462

STATE SENATE CANDIDATES COURT SENIOR VOTE AT DEBATE
By KATELYN POLANTZ
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299626

SOME VA. DEMOCRATS COMPLAIN ABOUT PARTY LEADER MORAN
ANITA KUMAR
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/some-democrats-complain-about-party-leader-moran/2011/10/09/gIQAHbmEfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Children/Education:

WEBB-WARNER SCHOOLS BILLS DRAWS UNUSUAL BIPARTISAN SUPPORT
BEN PERSHING
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/warner-webb-schools-bills-draws-unusual-bipartisan-support/2011/10/12/gIQA3EQlfL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

In the know:

WIND ENERGY TESTING FACILITY SET FOR EASTERN SHORE
By JOSH BROWN
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/wind-energy-testing-facility-set-eastern-shore

Editorials:

JOBS PLAN: AGREEING WITH CANTOR
Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/rtd-opinion/2011/oct/13/tdopin01-agreeing-with-cantor-ar-1379186/

OP-ED:

POLITIFACT: HOUCK SAYS REEVES "OK" WITH SHIPPING JOBS TO CHINA
SEAN GORMAN
Richmond Times-Dispatch http://www.politifact.com/virginia/statements/2011/oct/12/edd-houck/houck-says-reeves-ok-shipping-va-jobs-china/

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Daily Update: 10-12-11

Legislature:

Va. Beach Seeks Uranium Ban Through 2013
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/va-beach-seeks-uranium-ban-through-2013

Webb Backed Debate, Opposed Jobs Plan
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain03-webb-backed-debate-opposed-jobs-plan-ar-1376812/

Governor:

Poll Finds McDonnell Popular; Tolls, Not So Much
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/poll-finds-mcdonnell-popular-tolls-not-so-much-ar-1377711/

McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Earthquake-Damaged Louisa County
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/mcdonnell-invites/2011/10/11/gIQAPz8ocL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

McDonnell Urges Obama To View Louisa Quake Damage
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-mcdonnell-urges-obama-to-view-louisa-quake-ar-1376867/

McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour Louisa County
Todd Allen Wilson
Daily Press
http://hrblogs.typepad.com/the_shad_plank/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-to-tour-louisa-county.html

McDonnell Invites Obama To Tour County Shaken By Quake
Julian Walker
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/mcdonnell-invites-obama-tour-county-shaken-quake

McDonnell To Lead Trade Trip To India, Israel
Olympia Meola
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet02-mcdonnell-to-lead-trade-trip-to-india-isra-ar-1376781/

McDonnell Will Travel To India, Israel Next Month
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/

Politics/Elections:

Garrett, Dodson Stake Out Sides In Senate Debate
Ray Reed
News & Advance
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/11/garrett-dodson-stake-out-sides-senate-debate-ar-1376995/

Virginia Democrats Launch Jobs Web Site
Laura Vozzella
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/virginia-democrats-launch-jobs-web-site/2011/10/11/gIQATWvDdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Campaign Event Turnout Light In Abingdon
David Mcgee
Bristol Herald Courier
http://www2.tricities.com/news/2011/oct/11/campaign-event-turnout-light-abingdon-ar-1374068/

On Radio Show, McDonnell Says He Favors Ex-Govs
Bob Lewis
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/radio-show-mcdonnell-says-he-favors-exgovs

Poll Shows Virginia As A Presidential Toss-Up
Wesley P. Hester
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-poll-shows-virginia-as-a-presidential-toss-ar-1376856/

Poll: Cain Surges Past Perry To Tie Romney In Va.
Ben Pershing
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/poll-cain-surges-past-perry-to-tie-romney-in-va/2011/10/10/gIQA2LRAcL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Survey Sees Herman Cain Gaining Ground With Virginia Voters
Michael Sluss
Roanoke Times
http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/299565


Commonwealth’s Economy:

Gap Between Virginia’s Top And Bottom Earners Increases
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/

Virginia’s Medicaid Payouts Seen Needing More Oversight
David Sherfinski
Washington Times
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/

Errors By Medicaid Case Workers Cost Va. Millions
Jim Nolan
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/virginia-politics/2011/oct/12/tdmain01-ineligible-medicaid-recipients-cost-va-mi-ar-1376843/

Children/Education:

State Improves Graduation Rate, Lowers Dropout Rate
Cathy Grimes
Daily Press
http://www.dailypress.com/news/education/dp-nws-graduation-dropouts-2011-20111011,0,4126447.story

Transportation:

Opposition Building To Va. Takeover Of Airports Board
Liz Essley
Washington Examiner
http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/10/opposition-building-va-takeover-airports-board?utm_source=feedburnerdcexaminer%2FVirginia-News&utm_medium=feedVirginia+News&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+dcexaminer%2FVirginia-News+%28Virginia+News%29%24{distribu&utm_content=%24{distributionCha

In the know:

Va. Social Services Board To Vote Again On Adoption Regulations
Anita Kumar
Washington Post
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/virginia-politics/post/social-services-board-to-vote-again-on-adoption-regulations/2011/10/11/gIQAVpKKdL_blog.html?wprss=virginia-politics

Virginia Public Weighs In On Gay-Adoption Rules
Zinie Chen Sampson
Associated Press
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/virginia-public-weighs-gayadoption-rules

Editorials:

New Levels Of Austerity In Richmond
News & Advance Editorial
http://www2.newsadvance.com/news/2011/oct/12/new-levels-austerity-richmond-ar-1376068/

Va. Economy Not As Rosy As It Seems
Daily Progress Editorial
http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2011/oct/11/va-economy-not-rosy-it-seems-ar-1376195/

OP-ED:

Schapiro: Cantor Never Pays For Inconsistencies
Jeff E. Schapiro
Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/2011/oct/12/tdmet01-schapiro-cantor-never-pays-for-inconsisten-ar-1376864/

Dougherty: Beach Council Led The Way In Bleeding Public Drop By Drop
Kerry Dougherty
Virginian-Pilot
http://hamptonroads.com/2011/10/beach-council-led-way-bleeding-public-drop-drop