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The sky over the nation’s capital today will fill with a show of military might that dates back to World War II.

A total of 52 World War II-era planes – including the P-38 Lightning, the P-51 Mustang, and the B-29 Superfortress – will fly over the U.S. Capital at starting at 12:10 p.m. to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. The flyover will also feature 15 historically sequenced formations that represent major battles fought during the war.


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Supervisor Cord Sterling will once again discuss the Stafford Regional Airport on Tuesday.

His latest resolution would prohibit the airport from extending its 5,000-foot runway an additional 1,000 feet to attract new and larger jet clients. Sterling’s last attempt at halting the airport’s expansion back in November failed due to the lack of a second.


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Virginia leaders today will review the state’s Alcohol Beverage Control authority law enforcement powers and procedures.

Gov. Terry McAuliffe formed a 19-member panel that is scheduled to meet for the first time today to discuss ABC’s law enforcement efforts following the arrest of 20-year-old Martese Johnson outside a Charlottesville bar. A photo of Johnson’s bloodied face was shared extensively on social media. He was arrested and charged with public intoxication and obstruction of justice by ABC law enforcement officers.


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You’ll soon be able to tap your phone to purchase a Virginia Railway Express ticket.

The commuter railroad on May 15 will roll out its first-ever mobile ticketing system. Riders will be able to purchase any VRE ticket – single ride, two ride, five-day pass, monthly ticket, Amtrak Step-Up ticket – with the push of a button on their mobile device.


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