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Home>Michael O'Connor

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Recent Articles from Michael O'Connor

Norfolk Southern sued by feds over alleged hiring practices
News September 27, 2018

Norfolk Southern sued by feds over alleged hiring practices

Company allegedly had unwritten policy discriminating against older workers.

News September 26, 2018

Developer buys land state wants for Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion

State’s interest in site casts shadow over condo plans.

UVA announces $25 million gift
News September 25, 2018

UVA announces $25 million gift

The money will pay for a new business program.

New property management company launches
News September 25, 2018

New property management company launches

The new venture will serve Virginia and the Carolinas.

Richmond downtown property turns to new owners
News September 21, 2018

Richmond downtown property turns to new owners

The Turning Basin property almost is fully leased.

New CFO at bank holding company in McLean
News September 21, 2018

New CFO at bank holding company in McLean

Jeffrey Karafa has more than 31 years of financial experience.

Richmond lawyer to lead American Bar Association group
News September 20, 2018

Richmond lawyer to lead American Bar Association group

Vicki Tucker will serve one year as chair of a business law section.

Norfolk economic development veteran taking the reins in Hampton
News September 19, 2018

Norfolk economic development veteran taking the reins in Hampton

Rigney will again join a neighboring locality.

New leader for Isle of Wight economic development
News September 11, 2018

New leader for Isle of Wight economic development

The director previously worked in Newport News.

SAIC to acquire competitor
News September 10, 2018

SAIC to acquire competitor

Reston company says all-stock deal is worth $2.5 billion

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