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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 the best ways to learn how to do a job is to get hands-on...

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...

Virginia Chamber Launches Blueprint 2035 Business Survey and Tour

Yesterday, the Virginia Chamber Foundation launched a statewide survey to gather input for Blueprint Virginia...

Americans Travel Despite Lingering Recession

The recession is apparently not deflecting consumers' vacation travel plans this year, according to findings from a national study conducted recently by a research...

Dashiell’s Reputation Wins Him Distinguished Journalism Award

WDBJ News7’s Joe Dashiell is used to the news. He’s just not used to being the news story. Dashiell, 51, made his own news last...

Planning Better Neighborhoods in Roanoke City

Wish there was an instruction manual to help in developing a neighborhood, or simply remodeling a home in the city of Roanoke? Well, now there...

Virginia Tech Carilion Research Projects Funded

Six $30,000 seed grants have been awarded to advance Virginia Tech Carilion (VTC) School of Medicine and Research Institute’s research to address falling risks,...

The “Aha Moment” Tour Rolls into Roanoke

Local residents had their shot at fame as Mutual of Omaha’s “aha moment tour” made its way to the Star City. It’s all part of...

Governor Kaine Signs Law Requiring Fair Insurance Coverage for Artificial Arms and Legs

A Virginia bill designed to ensure fair insurance coverage for artificial arms and legs was signed into law by Governor Tim Kaine last...