Redistricting Vote: Virginians passed a redistricting amendment that reshapes congressional districts, with the new map set to guide lawmakers until the 2030 census. Transportation & Construction: Crews finished the Rayon Bridge replacement pier and are moving to abutments, with traffic impacts mainly limited to upcoming tie-in flagging; the project targets girders by end of 2026 and a summer 2027 opening. Data Centers & Power/Water: Botetourt County approved an independent commission to assess Google’s proposed data center campus impacts, while Loudoun-area residents keep pushing for transparency over noise and diesel fumes tied to the boom. Federal Legal Pressure: DC sued the Trump administration over a plan to move HUD offices to Virginia, arguing it violates congressional direction. Workforce & Education: NSF awarded funding to 14 universities, including Old Dominion University, to build AI and cybersecurity training pipelines through its CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service program. Solar Housing: Habitat for Humanity Virginia and GiveSolar hit 100 solar-powered homes statewide, including 20 in Harrisonburg/Rockingham. Local Economy: Christiansburg is debating limits on food trucks in downtown, weighing competition concerns from restaurants against the popularity of mobile vendors. Public Health: Radford-area tick risk remains high for Lyme season, with local guidance urging prevention and awareness.