Group forms to oppose sales tax increase for schools as superintendents request support

A local news story from Virginia, reported by WAVY Hampton Roads.

Local News · Virginia · October 20, 2026

From WAVY Hampton Roads

Voters in 47 Virginia municipalities, including six in Hampton Roads, were asked to decide on a proposed 1% sales tax increase to fund school construction and renovations during the midterm elections.

Reported by WAVY Hampton Roads, October 20, 2026. Read the full story at WAVY Hampton Roads →

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