RICHMOND (May 15, 2026)—The Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) is pleased to announce the 40 recipients of the 2026 Achievement Awards, which recognize excellence in local government programs. VACo received 103 submissions. Winning entries focused
RICHMOND (May 15, 2026)—The Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) is pleased to announce the 40 recipients of the 2026 Achievement Awards, which recognize excellence in local government programs. VACo received 103 submissions. Winning entries focused
WISE, VA — The Virginia Rural Center proudly announces the launch of the Rural Virginia Opportunity Dashboard, an innovative digital platform designed to empower rural communities across
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Catherine M. “Cathy” Hudgins passed away on May 24. Cathy served as VACo President in 2012. She served as the Hunter Mill District supervisor from
A workgroup tasked with making recommendations to enhance oversight of recovery residences held its first meeting on May 29; several local government representatives are participating
Which New Laws Affect VRS? See the 2025 Legislative Summary to view new laws that affect VRS-administered benefits, plans and programs, including: Disability benefits for emergency
At the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission’s June 4 meeting, members received presentations from Commission staff on the merits and drawbacks of moving the
On May 14, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the agency will keep the current National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (NPDWR) for PFOA
State Energy Policy – Comparison of Maryland and Virginia with MACo Conduit Street Podcast Listen to the Podcast Energy Landscape of Virginia Episode 17 | State
VACo held its third Regional Meeting of the year on May 12 in Henrico County. Counties across VACo regions 3 and 5, as well as
J.R. Fidler Principal, Business Development 804-238-2641 | john.fidler@amwater.com Learn more at www.amwater.com Hear how the Town of Cape Charles made the decision to transition ownership of its
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On May 20 VACo and Virginia Energy (Viriginia Department of Energy) hosted “Unlocking Energy Savings and Demand Response Opportunities for Local Governments”. A recording of
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