About 1/4 of all Virginia’s waste comes here from out of state Evan Jones July 8, 2015 1 minute read Associated Press photo More than five million tons of waste was brought from outside states for disposal here last year. That’s down about 20% from 2003, but as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, it still accounts for about one-quarter of all solid waste managed in the state. Share: Post navigation Previous: Woman charged with perjury in missing Md. sisters caseNext: New “Solar Authority” is now law Related Stories Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 UW shows off new home at an upcoming open house Denise Membreno April 7, 2026 Lebanese Festival preparing to celebrate 25th anniversary Clark Palmer April 7, 2026
