Buying power plant would stifle competition, org says
A new Op-Ed piece this morning in Bacon’s Rebellion states Fairfax County’s plan to purchase the waste-to-energy facility in Lorton would lead to higher prices for energy and less competition. The facility is now leased to a private firm, but with the lease about to expire officials want to purchase the plant.
Jimmy Eat World rocks Mary Washington
A melodic band with a funny name – Jimmy Eat World – played the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg. And no matter how cutting edge a band in today’s time may be, there’s always someone in the crowd who yells Freebird.
Students no longer have to pat up to test
Fairfax County students will no longer have to pay a $75 fee to take advanced placement exams following a ruling by Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli.
