Friday, January 23, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1865, the Confederate James River Squadron sailed downstream to confront Union forces at Trent's Reach. The Confederate Navy was not able to break through the blockade and withdrew two days later.

Politicians across the Commonwealth are looking to casinos to boost revenues. Many readers told us that's a mistake.

"End all casinos here! The monetary gain is dwarfed by the social damage to society," one wrote. "Time to walk away," another agreed. A third was resigned to the concept: "I don't think we need more places to gamble, but I don't see any point in preventing it. Gambling is ubiquitous now."

Along with Roanoke and Tysons, Winchester is taking steps to allow wagering. A reader noted that the city council voted 7-2 to conduct a casino feasibility study.

Find out why Barron Trump made an emergency call to London police, and how it's now being used in a criminal trial overseas. The newly released transcript reveals key details, and host Ayla Brown breaks it all down on today's episode of The Flyover Podcast. Tune in here.

Today's sponsor is Frontieras, an energy innovator using patented FASForm technology to turn coal into high-value fuels and fertilizer without burning it—giving investors a chance to buy in at $7.38 per share ahead of a potential 2026 Nasdaq listing.

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Only Days Left—Before This Round Closes

Yesterday, we made an important announcement.

This investment round is ending this month—and only a few days remain for readers to become owners of The Flyover. When it closes, it's over. No extensions. No reopening.

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Legacy media didn't lose trust by accident.

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Americans noticed.

That's why The Flyover is growing while legacy media continues to shrink.

In just over two years, The Flyover has become one of the fastest-growing, profitable new media companies in the country:

Millions of readers rely on The Flyover every day
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This didn't happen because of venture capital, corporate take-overs or political backing. It happened because readers stepped forward.

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This is how real change happens—not by being louder, but by being better.

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Major Winter Storm Inbound

Gov. Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency ahead of a major winter storm forecast to hit Virginia over the weekend. Freezing precipitation is expected to start on Saturday and continue into Sunday, with sleet mixing with snow depending on conditions.

"Major snow accumulations are likely, with over 8 inches likely in many locales," the National Weather Service warned. Under such conditions, it is expected to be dangerous or even impossible to travel on Sunday.

After the storm moves off, frigid weather will persist, with lows in the single digits early next week, so any snow is expected to stick around.

Ahead of the event, Virginia State Police warned people to stay home if they can and to be prepared for extreme cold.

Jones Supports State's Dream Act

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones, a Democrat who took office over the weekend, filed a motion to withdraw a previous legal opinion that sought to overturn the state's Dream Act.

The law, signed six years ago, allows non-citizens to access in-state tuition under specific circumstances.

Last month, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit in federal court, arguing that this law discriminates against out-of-state U.S. citizens. Jason Miyares, attorney general at the time, agreed with the Trump administration.

Jones' office is also conducting a 30-day review of all current state litigation in Virginia.

Lawmakers Move to Rejoin RGGI

Lawmakers in the Democrat-controlled House of Delegates moved forward with legislation to rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) this week.

RGGI is an agreement among several states to pool resources to address climate change and build resilience. Former Gov. Glenn Youngkin withdrew from the pact in 2022.

"RGGI generated hundreds of millions of dollars for Virginia, dollars that went directly to flood mitigation, energy efficiency programs, and lowering bills for families who need help most," Gov. Abigail Spanberger said in an address to the General Assembly.

Republicans pushed back. "We're hearing a lot about affordability, the governor has underscored that numerous times, and to me, what we're doing is working the other direction, when we adopt this plan to go back to RGGI," Del. Lee Ware said.

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American Energy Is Making a Trillion-Dollar Comeback

In the 1800s, John D. Rockefeller started refining oil into the world's most valuable fuel. Now, another innovator is creating its own "Rockefeller Moment" with one of the world's most abundant energy resources: coal.

This is more important than ever right now, because a perfect storm of operational breakthroughs and policy shifts has the potential to directly impact this company's valuation.

That means investors don't have much longer to lock in the current $7.38 share price.

What's creating this "Rockefeller Moment" for coal?

Using their patented FASForm technology, Frontieras can transform coal into high-value commodities like hydrogen, diesel, jet fuel, and fertilizer, without burning it.

They're targeting a combined $2.1 trillion in markets where demand for these commodities is virtually unlimited.

Reaching just 2% of the global coal market could mean a trillion-dollar valuation for Frontieras.

That's why the "smart money" is already moving. Frontieras has secured a $150M investment commitment from GEM and raised over $10 million from private investors.

But here's why 2026 is shaping up to be such a historic year for this company:

Nasdaq ticker reserved: Frontieras has officially reserved the "FASF" ticker on the NASDAQ, a major step toward a public listing.
The "Big Beautiful Bill": Under a White House that favors domestic energy, Frontieras is positioned for rapid scale.
Real-World Infrastructure: Frontieras just completed the land purchase for their $850M flagship facility in Mason County, West Virginia.

Invest at $7.38/share before the window closes on Feb. 12, 2026.

➤ Statewide: Three preschoolers have tested positive for measles in the Commonwealth this year, according to the Virginia Department of Health. The latest case, involving a child who traveled overseas, is not related to the earlier two. (Details)

➤ Haymarket: The FBI, along with Prince William County police, raided a Salvadoran farm and restaurant on Wednesday. "We can't provide any additional details at this time, except to confirm that there is no current threat to public safety," an FBI spokesperson said. (More)

➤ Kouvola, Finland: Virginia National Guard Soldiers took part in a training exercise alongside other NATO forces last month. Virginia and Finland have been formal partners since 2024. (Details)

➤ Accomack County officials approved a proposal to allow Chesapeake Utilities to build, own, and operate a natural gas system. The project will be paid for by a state grant. (Details)

➤ Richmond: Lawmakers unveiled a bipartisan energy affordability package that they said would increase the oversight of Appalachian Power. (More)

➤ Statewide: Law enforcement officials warned that House Bill 1314, currently being considered by lawmakers, would eliminate qualified immunity and expose officers to personal lawsuits, potentially putting the community at risk. (More)

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➤ Washington and Lee women's basketball, ranked No. 6 in DIII, visits Guilford College tonight. (Schedule)

➤ Liberty men's basketball, unbeaten in Conference USA, hosts Delaware tomorrow. (Stats)

➤ George Mason men's basketball puts its undefeated A-10 record on the line tomorrow at Rhode Island. (Preview)

➤ Old Dominion men's basketball fell to Troy 83-77 in a double overtime thriller. Monarchs guard Ketron Shaw finished with 34 points to lead all scorers. (More)

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➤ Virginia-based Smithfield Foods purchased Nathan's Famous, a hot dog maker, in a $450 million all-cash deal. (Details)

➤ Virginians should see more homes on the market this year, and the pace of price increases may level off, according to a real estate monitoring organization. It also expects mortgage rates to keep moving lower. (More)

➤ The Tobacco Trail Solar project in Prince Edward County is expected to deliver 150 megawatts of energy, nearly enough to power the entire county. (Details)

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Unlocking $2.1T in Energy Potential

Reaching just 2% of the global coal market could mean a trillion-dollar valuation for Frontieras. Just like John D. Rockefeller did with oil, Frontieras is creating its own "Rockefeller" moment by transforming coal into potentially $2.1T worth of high-value commodities using patented technology.

Under a White House that favors domestic energy, with a Nasdaq ticker reserved (FASF), Frontieras' momentum positions the company for potential valuation impact.

You have until Feb. 12 to invest at the current $7.38/share.*

This is a paid advertisement for Frontieras's Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at https://invest.frontieras.com/ Reservation of the ticker symbol is not a guarantee that we will be listed on the NASDAQ. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.

➤ Autumn Bushman's father spoke out in favor of a proposed state law, named for his daughter, that attempts to crack down on bullying. "It not only addresses the abuse that happens in the schools, but it also provides mental health services," Mark Bushman said. (Details)

➤ Loudoun County Sheriff Mike Chapman asked for funding to put School Resource Officers in all county elementary schools. (More)

➤ The Virginia Tourism Corporation will provide more than $885,000 in grants to 88 special events and festivals across the Commonwealth this year. (Details)

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Thursday's Results:

Have you stocked up on groceries ahead of the possible weekend snowstorm?

Yes: 37%
No: 33%
Getting ready to: 30%

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