Virginia Energy & Land Use: Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed Virginia’s first agrivoltaics law, creating an official definition for pairing solar generation with active farming so land stays in production while energy projects move forward. Local Government: Accomack County is starting the process to update its zoning rules to match new state requirements for solar and battery storage, including treating some ground-mounted solar as conditional uses and allowing certain battery storage as by-right accessory uses. Public Health & Agriculture: Virginia’s state veterinarian issued guidance after confirmed New World screwworm cases in Texas and New Mexico, urging close observation of livestock and pets as officials rely on surveillance and the sterile insect technique to prevent spread. Community & Development: Google held a public open house in Botetourt County on its proposed data center, where residents packed the meeting and raised concerns about water, noise, and environmental impacts. Courts: A judge ruled the Natural Bridge Zoo case will be split into three separate trials, with dates and order to be set after Aug. 3 motions. Federal Politics: Top Democrats are investigating a contractor tied to the Jan. 6 Ellipse rally as it lands major federal contracts for the 250th anniversary.