The Stautonian: Volume 1, Issue 16 | Ballots, Budgets & BaroqueVirginia's redistricting referendum arrives Monday, the FY2027 spending plan holds the line on taxes, and spring in Staunton has never looked fuller.Apr 16, 2026∙ Paid1SharePhoto by mana5280 on UnsplashThis Week at a GlanceA ballot question with statewide stakes lands in five days. The city’s next budget holds the tax line but bets big on schools and summer swimming. An…Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Brad Thomas.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.