Virginia’s first look at a cannabis retail market and more state headlines

Virginia headlines include a look at the state's first cannabis retail market, a lack of debates in upcoming races, and a judge vacating a murder conviction after 25 years.
• “Virginia’s first look at a cannabis retail market.” — The Virginian-Pilot • “Several Virginia races lack debates as Election Day nears.” — WSET • “Curious Commonwealth asks: Is high-speed rail possible in Virginia?” — VPM • “Judge vacates Virginia man’s murder conviction; he walks free after 25 years.” — WTOP • “2 killed, 1 […]
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