Tag: labor_day
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Governor Spanberger Highlights New Worker Protections on Labor Day
Governor Abigail Spanberger celebrated Labor Day by thanking Virginia's workers and detailing landmark legislation. New laws include paid family and medical leave, a $15 minimum wage, and protections against wage theft and discrimination.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEconomyGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues VirginiaGovernor Abigail SpanbergerLabor DayWorker ProtectionsPaid LeaveMinimum WageEmployment Law
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Fairfax County Police Issue Labor Day Safety Tips
The Fairfax County Police Department shares comprehensive safety tips for Labor Day weekend, covering traffic, home security, vacation precautions, and water activities to ensure community well-being as summer ends.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesTransportationEducation Fairfax County Police DepartmentLabor DaySafety TipsTraffic SafetyHome SecurityWater SafetyVacation Safety
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Arlington County Announces Modified Labor Day Schedule
Arlington County Government offices will observe modified schedules for Labor Day on September 7, 2026. Trash and recycling collection will proceed as usual, while parking meters will not be enforced.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsTransportationSocial Issues Arlington CountyLabor DayHoliday ScheduleGovernment ServicesTrash CollectionParkingVirginiaArlington County Government
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Fairfax County Government Announces Labor Day Closure
Fairfax County Government and its Office of the Fire Marshal will close September 7, 2026, for Labor Day. The PLUS system remains accessible, but staff support will be unavailable for inquiries.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEmployment and Labor Fairfax County GovernmentOffice of the Fire MarshalLabor DayHoliday ClosurePlanning and Land Use SystemVirginiaGovernment ServicesVA
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Virginia State Parks Unveil Fall Activities and Park Enhancements
Virginia State Parks announce diverse activities for Labor Day and September, featuring new amenities at First Landing State Park, twilight hikes, and National Public Lands Day events, inviting visitors to enjoy the changing season.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEnvironmentEducationSocial Issues Virginia State ParksLabor DaySeptember eventsFirst Landing State ParkSky Meadows State ParkNational Public Lands DayOutdoor recreation
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Arlington Police Launch "Drive Sober" Campaign for Labor Day
Arlington County Police join NHTSA's "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign from August 19 to September 7, 2026. The initiative targets impaired driving with increased enforcement and education, following 2024 Labor Day statistics showing 34% of fatalities involved drunk…
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentTransportationSocial IssuesEducation Arlington County Police DepartmentNHTSADrunk DrivingLabor DayTraffic SafetyVirginiaArlington County Government