NRVNews - State & National

Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Thursday, May 23, 2013 19:18; Written by NRVNews

The deadly tornadoes and massive storms sweeping the Midwest this week is an all-too-familiar reminder that Virginia must be prepared to face calamities of its own. With the 2013 hurricane season knocking on the door, now is the perfect time to assess whether you and your family are prepared to face potential power outages, strong wind and rain, and little access to outside food and water.

Griffith Responds to U.N. General Assembly Approval of the Arms Trade Treaty

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Tuesday, April 02, 2013 21:52; Written by NRVNews

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today released the following statement after the United Nations General Assembly passed the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), with the support of representatives of the United States:

Free Emergency Preparedness Mobile App

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Thursday, January 17, 2013 16:33; Written by NRVNews

Governor Bob McDonnell announced today a way for Virginians to become “mobile ready” for disasters. The Ready Virginia mobile app, developed by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, gives Virginians a new way to prepare for disasters and also to stay informed during emergencies with the latest information.

Today is Religious Freedom Day

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 20:27; Written by NRVNews

Governor Bob McDonnell issued the following statement on the anniversary of the enactment of Thomas Jefferson’s Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom on January 16, 1786. He has also issued a proclamation recognizing today as Religious Freedom Day in the Commonwealth.

Beware of Deer on the Road

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 13:32; Written by SCC News Release

November is the peak month for collisions between vehicles and deer. With this in mind, the State Corporation Commission’s (SCC) Bureau of Insurance reminds Virginia motorists to exercise caution, especially when driving at dawn or dusk and in areas where deer are prevalent. “I encourage all Virginia drivers to be on the alert for wildlife on the highways,” said Virginia Insurance Commissioner Jacqueline K. Cunningham. “Now is a good time to contact your insurance agent or company to determine if your policy provides coverage for this type of loss.”

State Parks Honor Veterans with Free Admission and Parking

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Monday, November 05, 2012 17:36; Written by NRVNews

Governor McDonnell today announced that Virginia State Parks will continue the tradition of honoring veterans by waiving parking and admission fees for all visitors on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11. Special programs will also be offered in all 35 Virginia State Parks, managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Virginia Meets Emergency Planning Goal for Protecting Citizens

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 15:41; Written by NRVNews

As a highlight of National Preparedness Month, Governor Bob McDonnell announced today an important emergency planning milestone. For the first time since 2007, every Virginia county, city and town with an emergency management program has an emergency operations plan adopted by its elected governing board. The purpose of these plans is to protect citizens during disasters and emergencies.

2013 is the Year of the Virginia Historic Home

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 09:45; Written by NRVNews

Governor McDonnell has signed a proclamation, recognizing 2013 as the Year of the Virginia Historic Home. The announcement was made today by the Mansion Director, Sarah Scarbrough at the Preservation Virginia annual conference in Leesburg, Virginia. A copy of the proclamation is available at this link.

One month until Great Southeast ShakeOut

Details: Category: State & National; Published on Thursday, September 20, 2012 00:38; Written by VDEM

With one month to go until the first Great SouthEast ShakeOut set for Thursday, Oct. 18 at 10:18 a.m., Virginia leads the way in registrations for the multi-state simultaneous earthquake drill.

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