Monday, February 9, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1773, future President William Henry Harrison was born on the Berkeley Plantation. His presidency lasted only 32 days in 1841, making him the first president to die in office. He was also the last president to have been born as an English subject.

Valentine's Day is this weekend, and as we all know, Virginia is for Lovers.

The Virginia Flyover wants to hear your romantic tales. Whether it's a wedding story, a memorable location for a getaway, or your favorite thing to do on a date in Virginia, hit reply and tell us about it.

Today's sponsor is Frontieras, a company aiming to help power America's energy comeback by transforming coal into high-value fuels in Appalachia—and offering investors a limited window to get in at $7.38 per share.

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April Amendment Ballot Takes Shape

Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a bill to allow a statewide referendum, which is expected to take place on April 21. Several measures could be on the ballot, including a proposal to redraw the Commonwealth's congressional districts this year.

Democrats published a gerrymandered map that will be presented to voters. It would give the party an advantage in 10 of Virginia's 11 congressional districts. Most of the changes would be made in Northern and Central Virginia.

Republican Rep. Ben Cline, who would be forced to run in a reshaped district, opposed the amendment. "Gerrymandering is wrong no matter what state does it, and Virginia is so concerned about gerrymandering they put it in the constitution that we are going to have nonpartisan redistricting," he said.

The Virginia Supreme Court could block the amendment if it upholds a lower court ruling that the process violated state law.

Measles Cases Reported

The Virginia Department of Health has identified six cases of measles in the Commonwealth so far this year. Five occurred in Northern Virginia.

The two most recent cases involve an adult who visited several places in Fairfax County and a preschooler who flew through Reagan Washington National Airport, both in January.

It can take 3 weeks for measles symptoms to appear. Anyone who has had two doses of the vaccine is considered immune.

Monks Cross Arlington

A group of Buddhist monks participating in a Walk for Peace from Texas to Washington, D.C., is taking their final steps in the Commonwealth this week.

The Arlington County Police Department said it will close roads today and tomorrow as the monks walk through. They are scheduled to arrive at Marymount University today.

The group has drawn crowds across Virginia. "It's absolutely amazing. It's moving, and it's very powerful," Alyssa Brown said as the monks walked through Stafford County.

When they reach the nation's capital, the Venerable Monks will have covered 2,300 miles.

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3 Days Left: Invest in America's Trillion-Dollar Energy Comeback at $7.38/share

Under a White House that favors energy production on our home soil, Frontieras North America could unlock up to $2.1 Trillion in energy potential. They have the power to reform coal into high-value commodities like hydrogen and diesel without burning it.

But that's not even the best part. They're doing it in what was once the heart of American industry: Appalachia. Their new land purchase in Mason County, West Virginia has earned praise from the state's Governor Morrisey for its potential to transform the region back into an energy powerhouse.

Here's why you shouldn't miss this last chance to invest at $7.38/share:

"FASF" ticker reserved on the NASDAQ
$850M flagship facility now being built
$10 million raised from investors so far

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

As a perfect storm of breakthroughs set up the company for potential valuation impact, you have just 3 days left to invest at the current price. Lock in the $7.38 share price before the window closes on February 12, 2026.

➤ Richmond: The Democrat-controlled House Public Safety Committee will consider a measure to limit how ICE officers may operate in Virginia, including prohibiting arrests in courthouses for civil violations. (Details)

➤ Statewide: Lawmakers are considering a number of proposals that would increase taxes. The legislature is proposing amendments to the budget presented by former Gov. Glenn Youngkin before he left office. (More)

➤ Hampton Roads: The Virginia State Corporation Commission approved a proposal to build a $31 million project to collect renewable natural gas from wastewater. (Details)

➤ Grayson County: Rugby Volunteer Fire Rescue assisted two hikers stranded near the Thomas Knob shelter over the weekend. Several other local first responder groups also took part in the rescue. (More)

➤ Roanoke: Google confirmed that it plans to build three data centers in Botetourt County. The tech giant plans to power the sites primarily with electricity from the Rocky Forge Wind Farm. (Details)

➤ Virginia Beach: The annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Virginia raised a record $1.7 million this weekend, as more than 5,400 people took a dip for charity in the chilly Atlantic Ocean. (Details)

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➤ Virginia Tech women's basketball lost 82-62 at home to N.C. State on Sunday. The Hokies are 8-5 in the ACC. (Details)

➤ JMU women's basketball crushed UMass 71-57 in a non-conference game on Sunday. (Recap)

➤ UVA women's basketball moved to 9-4 in the ACC with an 81-70 home win over Notre Dame on Sunday. (More)

➤ Ilia Malinin, a Fairfax County native, led the American figure skating team to a gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Milan on Sunday. He will skate in the individual competition this week. (More)

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➤ The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Tom Barkin, touted the nation's "remarkably resilient" economy and said the Fed is "ready to respond as appropriate" to any changes in 2026. (Read Speech)

➤ Swedish Match, a subsidiary of Philip Morris International, will close its Richmond office on April 17. (More)

➤ An unidentified casino developer gave Roanoke $75,000, according to public records. City leaders have not said what the money is for. (Details)

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The Next $435B Energy Empire Is Being Minted

In today's dollars, John D. Rockefeller would be worth $435 billion. But "oil money" is old news, and what's next might surprise investors in 2026: a $2.1 Trillion opportunity in "clean" coal.

Now is the "Rockefeller" moment for Frontieras as they reform coal into hydrogen, diesel and other valuable commodities (just like Rockefeller did with oil). With a White House that favors domestic energy, the NASDAQ ticker FASF reserved, and land officially purchased for their flagship coal reformation plant, Frontieras is positioned for potential valuation impact.

You have until tonight at 11:59 PM PT to invest in Frontieras at $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.

➤ The Botetourt History Museum has secured enough funding to move to the Greenfield Industrial Park, which would more than double the facility's display space. (Details)

➤ Virginia Beach's newest entertainment venue will be known as The Dome by Rutter Mills after the signing of a naming rights agreement last week. The space opened last year to host concerts and events. (More)

➤ The Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association reported that almost half of the localities in Virginia have imposed or raised taxes on away-from-home meals or hotel stays in the last 10 years. Bristol (10%) and Norton (8.5%) charge the highest meals tax rate in the state. (Details)

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