Virginia to hold Sept. 4 special elections

Virginia will hold special elections Sept. 4 to replace former Sen. Yvonne Miller, who passed away earlier this month, and Del. Dave Englin, who resigned after admitting to an extramarital affair.

Gov. Bob McDonnell, who announced the elections Wednesday, said holding them in September “will allow for the citizens of these districts to have full representation and give the new senator and delegate time to fully prepare for the 2013 legislative session.”