Virginia Energy, Elections, and Youth Voices | Roanoke News

Congressman Morgan Griffith is sounding the alarm over the Dominion and NextEra merger, urging Governor Spanberger to safeguard the Virginia City Hybrid Energy Center — a vital coal-fired plant in his district that powers Southwest Virginia using waste materials. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi kicks off a statewide listening tour this September, visiting key Virginia regions to hear directly from residents about energy costs and the merger’s impact. Governor Spanberger also called on Virginians to serve as election officers ahead of November’s midterms, emphasizing the critical role poll workers play in ensuring fair elections. She’s also filled key state boards with new appointees from Southwest and Southside Virginia, bringing fresh expertise to economic and environmental councils. And in a nod to youth voices, she honored winners of the Virginia Council on Women’s high school essay contest — including standout students from Southwest and Southside — celebrating their insightful perspectives on civic life. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/30807fdfec2064b4