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ICE enforcement nationwide shaped Virginia immigration bills in real time Lawmakers say state-level action is needed to protect all Virginians.

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It’s Complicated - Why a “Yes” Vote for “Unfair” Districts in Virginia Is Actually Fair By Holly Hazard

When one side rigs the rules and the other unilaterally disarms, the result is not virtue. It’s surrender.
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Fairfax county Dems, Let's Party!!

Two former presidents felt compelled to comment publicly

U.S. to stop issuing immigrant visas for 75 countries The suspension specifically applies to U.S. immigrant visas for foreigners seeking to live in the United States but not to short-term visa applicants such as tourists or students.

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Maine Public on Instagram: "Maine Public’s Ari Snider visited Limestone in December to report on new signs of economic life at the former Loring Air Force Base. An aviation maintenance firm and a plan... 445 likes, 12 comments - mainepublic on January 2, 2026: "Maine Public’s Ari Snider visited Limestone in December to report on new signs of economic life at the former Loring Air Force Base. An aviati...

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Most Americans aren’t planning additional end-of-year charitable giving, according to a new AP-NORC poll — a challenge for nonprofits that depend on December donation surges. About half of U.S… | The... Most Americans aren’t planning additional end-of-year charitable giving, according to a new AP-NORC poll — a challenge for nonprofits that depend on December donation surges. About half of U.S. adult...

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Facebook is testing a link-posting limit for professional accounts and pages | TechCrunch Meta said that the test impacts professional accounts and pages on Facebook.

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Always a pleasure to cross paths with you

Viral “Trashed Panda” Raccoon Raises Over $170K for Virginia Animal Shelter - Washingtonian A photo of a drunk, passed-out raccoon has turned into merch madness at Hanover County’s animal shelter.

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How social media is already shaping Maine's U.S. Senate race Gov. Janet Mills' and Graham Platner's respective social media strategies show they each see their voters, the race and themselves.

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Nature Today | Mediterranean seabirds carry very high amounts of plastic in their stomachs A new international study, led by Wageningen Marine Research, shows that shearwaters in the Mediterranean ingest significantly more plastic than their counterparts in the Atlantic Ocean. The research,...

New research shows Mediterranean shearwaters carry up to 5× more plastic than Atlantic birds, revealing severe, hidden pollution and setting new mass-based thresholds for EU marine policy.

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Social Networking: The Past | TechCrunch Editor's note: This is the first of a three-part guest post by venture capitalist Mark Suster of GRP Partners on "Social Networking: The Past, Present, And Future." Online Social Networking 25 Years ...

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Hanover Animal Protection and Shelter raising thousands selling 'Trashed Panda' shirts featuring drunk raccoon As Ashland's drunk raccoon continues to make national headlines, the Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter is selling T-shirts to raise funds to help shelter pets.

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Short term net gain maybe but at what cost for a lifetime value

My point was not a matter of when people unsubscribe but whether multiple emails hourly encourages people to give or not
Particularly folks who have already given during the year and likely at a higher amount than the appeal is requesting

Getting emails hourly or more often from an organization for #GivingTuesday does not motivate me to give and likely is counterproductive. And so-called matching is a question in itself #NPSky

The Chronicle of Philanthropy on X: "Charitable giving rose a modest 2.9% in Q2 2025, according to new data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project. But experts warn of softening among major donors — a potential risk for nonprofits that have leaned heavily on large gifts. “We’re overreliant on those donors,” https://t.co/dLlP1sfhtR" / X Charitable giving rose a modest 2.9% in Q2 2025, according to new data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project. But experts warn of softening among major donors — a potential risk for nonprofits that have leaned heavily on large gifts. “We’re overreliant on those donors,” https://t.co/dLlP1sfhtR

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Also got another duplicate premium/freemium from an organization. I am supported at most once. But now I have two hats. ☹️

Just got a bunch of snail mail from nonprofits that 80 percent plus mirrors email.
please give me a way to opt out and stop killing trees …
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And yes, I know that for some people multiple channels works better I still should have the option

First public electric boat charger installed in Portland Supporters hope the fast charger can help accelerate the transition away from fossil fuel engine in some of Maine's marine industries.

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BIG NEWS: Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva will finally be sworn in as a member of Congress tomorrow.

She is likely to be the 218th vote on the Epstein discharge petition, which would force a full vote to release the Epstein files in their entirety.

Virginia Teen Narrowly Defeats His Former Civics Teacher in County Election

Virginia Teen Narrowly Defeats His Former Civics Teacher in County Election www.nytimes.com/2025/11/07/u...

Senate GOP Ramps Up Attacks on Left-Wing Nonprofits - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly A US Senate hearing showcased the Right’s plan to attack and persecute progressive nonprofits.

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Throwback fall photo 2022

Peaceful evening throwback

At Washington National Airport, WCK and partner Bread & Water Company delivered meals to staff working without pay during the government shutdown. Employees are working every day despite the financial strain of missing paychecks—so we’re showing up for them with meals made with care. #ChefsForFeds

Unbelievable that they have to tell us not to eat the wrapper

WCK is serving free meals for furloughed federal workers impacted by the U.S. government shutdown. These meals are available to federal employees and their families. Below are locations and hours. #ChefsForFeds (1/2)