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Arlington Parks and Recreation Wins Two Virginia Awards for Urban Agriculture and Festival Latinoamericano

2 Nov 2026 9:41 a.m. · Source: Arlington County Government

Arlington County's Parks and Recreation department earned Virginia Recreation & Park Society honors for a girls' urban agriculture program and a marketing campaign that doubled Festival Latinoamericano attendance to 1,200+.

Politics and Government Health State Governments Agriculture Social Issues Education Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation Virginia Recreation & Park Society Urban Agriculture Outreach Program Festival Latinoamericano Jane Rudolph Richmond, Virginia awards Arlington County Government Reston
Virginia Governor Spanberger Unveils Corrections Reforms, New Community Council Amid Safety Gains

23 Jun 2026 5:02 p.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Governor Abigail Spanberger announced significant reforms at Virginia Department of Corrections facilities, leading to a 56% drop in staff assaults and a 47% decrease in overdoses. A new Community Partnership Council will further enhance safety and transparency.

Politics and Government Law Enforcement State Governments General Politics Social Issues Virginia Department of Corrections Governor Abigail Spanberger Corrections reform Public safety Community Partnership Council Richmond, Virginia Virginia Reston