Corporate Expansion: Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing plans a new 20,000–25,000-square-foot corporate headquarters after buying just over six acres in Mount Airy’s Piedmont Triad West Corporate Park, aiming to support growth from its current ~50 employees. Local Food Systems: The GATE Center in Independence is seeking volunteers for its Grayson County Farm to School initiative, which connects local farms to school cafeterias with a goal of 15% locally sourced produce and added kitchen capacity. Public Safety & Privacy: Virginia Tech experts break down how “Flock” license-plate reader systems work and why privacy groups warn about warrantless searches, misuse, and “mission creep.” Energy & Cost Watch: GasBuddy price reports show pockets of lower fuel costs across Virginia, including the lowest regular gas in Virginia Beach at $3.43 (week ending Aug. 22) and diesel deals in select counties. Regulatory/Utilities: Virginia lawmakers asked Gov. Spanberger to call a special session to extend the State Corporation Commission’s review timeline for the Dominion–NextEra merger. Transportation Milestone: Washington Manassas Airport received an FAA Part 139 operating certificate, clearing the way for commercial passenger flights.