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Chesterfield County says federal law blocks it from approving a marijuana dispensary even though Virginia law allows it. And, a reward is being offered for the return of a giant squash that went missing after winning a Blue Ribbon at the Virginia State Fair.Those have been among the most read stories during the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

People opposed to the demolition of a Potomac River bridge have taken the issue to federal court. And, one of Virginia's busiest malls wants to add alcohol to its list of attractions.Those have been among the most read stories during the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

Over the past two years several thousand Virginians have received non-binary driver's licenses. And the City of Winchester has seen parts of its gun ordinance suspended by a judge pending a lawsuit.Those have been among the most read stories during the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

Research is underway to make sure planned wind turbines will be safe for birds. And Virginia lawmakers will have to wait a bit longer for new offices and meeting space in Richmond.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

Self-defense kits are being offered to transgender people in Richmond who don't feel safe on the street. And engineers have reinvented the dog to make nuclear power plants safer.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

As the opioid crisis continues in Virginia a shortage of life-saving antidotes is causing concern. And, casino gambling has proven to be a big hit in Bristol.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

The names Lewis and Clark are famous in U. S. history. But only a few people have heard the name of one of their most important companions. And invasive plant species are serious problems in Virginia, especially where they're being locally sold.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

Police are hoping the public will provide more than just information to help solve a Centerville cold case from the 90’s. And, Stafford County school division leaders are apologizing for holding an outdoor event in weather that left many people struggling in the heat.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

Virginia Beach police will no longer allow the public to listen in on radio communications. And, Charlottesville has joined the effort to reduce plastic bag pollution with a targeted tax.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.

The imminent closing of a historic Virginia flour mill has caused a run on its products. And, the state is gearing up to deal with an invasion of South American rodents.Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project's Va. News link.