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Comprehensive Guide to Student Debt Relief Programs and Pathways
Many people begin exploring student loan solutions only after their payments start to feel overwhelming. Some of the potential benefits may come from understanding what forms of relief exist long before financial pressure peaks. Student loan programs are not just about lowering payments or delaying them. They are part of a broader system designed to […]
HEARD AROUND VIRGINIA
U.K. aerospace and defense company Applied Atomics emerged from stealth in June and announced plans to establish a U.S. presence in Fairfax County, backed by more than $500 million in letters of intent and memoranda of understanding. The company said it has raised a $4 million oversubscribed pre-seed round led by Oxford Science Enterprises to […]
The one tool small businesses shouldn’t overlook this year
Small businesses are the backbone of local economies, powered by grit, creativity and constant adaptation. But as customer expectations rise and operations become more digitally connected, many small business owners are juggling more than ever. In the middle of that complexity, one essential tool often gets overlooked: business‑grade managed WiFi. Most small businesses think of […]
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa Welcomes Becca Beasley
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa is excited to announce the arrival of Becca Beasley as national sales manager. In this pivotal role, Becca will focus on Virginia corporate meetings of 61 or more peak rooms, ensuring guests experience the best of our iconic resort. Before joining The Omni Homestead, Becca honed her skills as […]
Elevatus Wealth Management
Elevatus Wealth Management Welcomes Senior Wealth Advisor Thomas Sherrill, AAMS(®) Boutique by Design: “How Elevatus is Redefining the Full-Service Wealth Experience” – Thomas Sherrill “What attracted me to Elevatus was its boutique-style approach to Wealth Management. I wanted a setting that could match the complexity, ambition, and expectations of today’s private c[...]
Watts Powering Your Business?
Appalachian Power offers a variety of solutions and programs designed to help businesses become more energy efficient while reducing overall operating costs. Through customized programs tailored to a company’s specific needs, businesses of all sizes can take advantage of incentives, rebates and expert guidance to make workplace upgrades more affordable and efficient. Whether you operate a [[...]
US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.56%, driven by inflation fears and higher oil prices amid geopolitical tensions.
How Small Businesses Build Stronger, More Scalable Operations in a Digital Economy
National Small Business Week in May is an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and impact of small businesses in Virginia. It’s also a moment to recognize the realities these businesses face as they grow in an increasingly digital economy. Today’s small businesses – 36.2 million strong by U.S. Small Business Administration estimates – are expected […]
Virginia 500 spotlight May 2026 | JESUS IBAÑEZ
Lego Group has hired over 500 workers for its $1 billion manufacturing campus in Chesterfield County, aiming for 900 by year’s end ahead of a 2027 opening.
Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
U.S. stocks closed lower as concerns over the Iran conflict outweighed solid corporate earnings and AI optimism, impacting major indexes including the S&P 500.
