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Prince William

Residents Rally Against Planned 6.5-Mile Transmission Line

By Uriah Kiser
A speaker addresses a large crowd of demonstrators holding signs reading “Bury the Lines” and “Save Our Rural Land” during a protest against Dominion Energy’s proposed 6.5-mile transmission line project. [Photo: Coalition to Protect Prince William County]

Prince William County residents protested Thursday against Dominion Energy’s proposed 6.5-mile, 230-kilovolt transmission line connecting the Nokesville Substation to a planned Bristow Switching Station, WTOP reported. Demonstrators gathered outside an open house at Patriot High School in Nokesville, holding signs calling to “Bury the Lines” and “Save Our Rural Land,” while local officials and state senators voiced opposition to the project’s impact on private property and rural character.

The Coalition to Protect Prince William County organized the event amid growing concerns that data centers and development are driving the need for new infrastructure; Dominion said the line is required for reliable service as the Innovation Park area expands, but noted burying the line is not feasible due to bedrock and existing utilities.

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Virginia

Future Regional Power Supply Down, but Not Out

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo: American Public Power Association/Unsplash]

The shortfall and continued supply-demand imbalance carry particular weight for Northern Virginia, where data center expansion is a primary driver of rising load across the 13-state PJM region that includes the commonwealth. PJM is advancing measures to clear its interconnection queue, accelerate high-priority generation, and develop flexible connection frameworks for large users in an effort to restore balance and limit cost pressure on everyday customers.

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Virginia

Suetterlein, McNamara Seek Special Session to Extend Dominion-NextEra Merger Review

By Uriah Kiser

“State Sen. David Suetterlein and Del. Joe McNamara on Tuesday asked Gov. Abigail Spanberger to call a special session of the General Assembly to extend the time the Virginia State Corporation Commission has to review the proposed $67 billion Dominion Energy-NextEra merger,” Cardinal News reported. Under current law the SCC must rule within 180 days or the deal is approved by default, giving Virginia the shortest review window of any state involved.

The Roanoke County Republicans argue that forcing Virginia to decide first weakens its leverage and risks leaving Dominion ratepayers—who outnumber those in North Carolina and South Carolina—without the full benefit of any later concessions. A spokesperson said the governor is examining the merger’s effects on electricity costs, jobs and in-state renewable generation and is considering all options, including a special session.

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News

Dominion Energy Plans Merger With NextEra

By Potomac Local News

“Electricity demand is rising faster than it has in decades. Projects are getting larger and more complex. Customers need affordable and reliable power now, not years from now,” The Center Square reported.

The all-stock deal would create the world’s largest regulated electric utility, serving about 10 million customer accounts across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida under the NextEra name. Dominion customers in those states would receive $2.25 billion in bill credits over two years after closing, with dual headquarters remaining in Richmond and Juno Beach, Florida. Dominion CEO Robert Blue would lead the regulated utilities side.

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Stafford

Stafford Residents Overwhelmingly Oppose Dominion Power Line Project

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors on May 5, 2026, discussed the results of a community survey showing overwhelming resident opposition to Dominion Energy’s proposed North Anna to Bristers Electric Transmission Project, a roughly 70-mile, 500-kilovolt line that would traverse multiple counties including Stafford.

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Manassas

CAN’T RETIRE IN MANASSAS ANYMORE: $750 Electric Bills, Soaring Taxes Force Locals Out While Council Pads Its Pay

By Potomac Local News

Lori Balta has lived on Sandy Court in Manassas since 2005. For 21 years, she and her husband planned to retire right here in the city they call home. Now that dream is slipping away.

Her January electric bill hit $750 — the highest in all her years here — followed by $650 in February and March. With her husband nearing retirement and her own close behind, Balta told Manassas City Council on April 27 that the combined impact of rising property assessments, local utility rate increases, and a surprise Dominion Energy shock may force them to sell and leave.

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Manassas

Manassas Residents Face $600 Annual Electric Bill Increase Starting in May

By Potomac Local News
[Photo: American Public Power Association/Unsplash]

City officials learned of the change the same day it was announced during a City Council work session. The city was notified the same day of a 250% fuel adjustment rate increase effective in April that will appear on May bills.

For a typical home using 2,400 to 2,500 kilowatt-hours, the increase will total about $50. A typical townhome will see an increase of about $30. A business using 10,000 kWh would see roughly $240 more.

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Fredericksburg

Roadside Clearing in Fredericksburg Part of Power Grid and Data Center Upgrade

By Mike Salmon
On one side of the cleared corridor is the jogging trail; on the other sits Mary Washington Hospital.

In response to booming data center growth and population increases in the Fredericksburg area, Dominion Energy has launched a power line upgrade project along Falls Run near the canal crossing and Friends of the Rappahannock headquarters.

Passersby on the road can easily spot the cleared space beneath the power lines, now equipped with temporary roads and a temporary bridge. Dominion crews are steadily advancing on the initiative known internally as “Project TL29.” A major component involves replacing aging power lines installed in the 1950s.

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Stafford

Stafford Schools Push Back On Kraken Power Line

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County School Board members are urging state lawmakers to restore stronger protections for schools as Dominion Energy advances plans for a 500-kilovolt transmission line that would run through the county.

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Stafford

Stafford Supervisor Announces Letter Opposing Kraken Loop Transmission Line Ahead of Dec. 2 Board Vote

By Potomac Local News

“I have also prepared a letter in opposition of the proposed project with suggestions to mitigate impacts,” Rock Hill District Supervisor Crystal Vanuch said in a recent social-media post. She added that Darrell English, Hartwood District Supervisor, will sign the letter and that she plans to invite other Board colleagues to join after the upcoming meeting.

Vanuch noted that the county’s options are limited, urging concerned residents to engage their state delegate and senator as the county learns more about the plans. She also said she copied all of Stafford’s state representation on the letter she will send after the Board’s Dec. 2 meeting.

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