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S.B. Cox wins demolition contract for former Best Products HQ
Richmond-based demolition company S.B. Cox will tear down the former Best Products headquarters in western Henrico County.
ODU Faculty Senate issues no-confidence vote in Hemphill, other leaders
The vote is in reaction to ODU's plan to cut online courses from 16 weeks to eight weeks in the upcoming academic year.
Former VMI superintendent, ex-U.Va. rector named to higher ed commission
The former superintendent of VMI, U.Va.'s former rector and Acentra Health's CEO are among several heavy hitters named.
Former UVA Health CEO sues attorneys, firm in $34M defamation case
Former UVA Health CEO Dr. Craig Kent is suing three attorneys and a law firm for allegedly running a "defamatory campaign to oust him."
BlackRock consortium to purchase AES for $10.7B
Arlington power company AES is set to be purchased by a BlackRock-led consortium and go private by early 2027.
Virginia’s shift to Dems could draw federal cuts
Virginia is under new management, with Gov. Abigail Spanberger taking office Jan. 17. In a speech two days later to the General Assembly, she spoke about returning Virginia to its top spot in CNBC’s “Top States for Business” rankings, after the commonwealth fell to No. 4 in 2025. However, many of the economic challenges impacting […]
Giant economic development deals took spotlight in 2025
Virginia's 2025 saw major data center and pharmaceutical investments driving growth despite federal workforce declines and budget challenges.
Virginia banks saw big mergers and acquisitions in 2025
Virginia community banks experienced significant mergers and acquisitions in 2025, including Atlantic Union Bankshares' $1.3 billion purchase of Sandy Spring Bank.
Virginia universities faced federal probes over DEI in 2025
Virginia public universities, including UVA and George Mason, faced federal investigations in 2025 over diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives amid political pressure.
Tazewell court again blocks Virginia redistricting vote after RNC sues
A Tazewell County Circuit Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking a special election in April that could redraw Virginia's congressional districts.
