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Cornelius to Retire from Farm Credit After 33-Year Tenure

Brad Cornelius, CEO of Farm Credit of the Virginias (FCV), has announced his plans to retire in the fourth quarter of 2025. With over 33 years of dedicated service...

VA Tech Launches VR Workforce Training for Utility Sector

Workforce training is about to get a 21st century overhaul through virtual reality. Traditionally, one of...

Youngkin Announces Hitachi Energy Expands Footprint in Southwest Virginia  

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader that provides electrical...

Youngkin Announces Gains in Nonfarm Payrolls in March 

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that, according to the BLS Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES”...

Youngkin Announces Delta Star Expansion, 300 New Jobs in Lynchburg

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Delta Star Inc., a manufacturer of power transformers and...

New Chief Executive Officer Appointed at LewisGale Regional Health System

Brian Baumgardner has been named Chief Executive Officer of LewisGale Regional Health System, effective November 14. “Brian has been recognized for his outstanding accomplishments throughout...

Entrepreneur Express Workshop to Provide Insight on Business Practices

Designed to assist potential entrepreneurs and business owners In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, the Economic Developments of the City of Roanoke, County of Roanoke,...

ThreatQuotient Successful First Startup Venture Virginia Tech Investor Network

The Virginia Tech Investor Network spotted a winner when alumnus Wayne Chiang and Ryan Trost sought funding for their startup, ThreatQuotient Inc., in 2015. The Reston-based...

Roanoke Regional Partnership Names New Director of Business Investment

Ann Blair Miller has been named director of business investment for the Roanoke Regional Partnership. She is responsible for all project management as well...

TAP to Honor Peter Lewis with Cabell Brand Hope Award

Total Action for Progress (TAP) has announced that founder and long-time president of Apple Ridge Farm, Mr. Peter Lewis is the recipient of the second...

Craddock Terry Offers Unique Hotel / Visitors Experience in Lynchburg

Nestled in Downtown Lynchburg, Craddock Terry Hotel is a 44-room, boutique style property derived from an old shoe factory, the Craddock Terry Shoe Company. Boasting dramatic views of...