# 5/29/26 - Spanberger ousts head of Virginia Tech’s BOV

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Podcast: [VPM Daily Newscast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vpm-daily-newscast-1019051)
Published: 2026-05-29T09:00:00+00:00
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Plus: A look at how Henrico County groups are trying to slow the growth of invasive plant species. Read more from VPM News: A growing invasion: Henrico’s effort to track and contain invasive plants Federal nutrition benefit cuts hit Charlottesville's immigrant communities hard Gov. Spanberger ousts Virginia Tech Rector John Rocovich Other links: After years of no penalties, Richmond DPU wants the power to fine stormwater violations (The Richmonder) One-cent sales tax referendum to be included in Virginia budget (Cville Right Now) Virginia’s colleges and universities brace for major accreditation overhaul (Virginia Mercury) As data centers boom, Virginians breathe the exhaust of 10,000 diesel generators (The Washington Post)* *This outlet uses a paywall. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.

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