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Rivers Casino Portsmouth is on track to open in January 2023. Rendering courtesy Rush Street Gaming
Hotels/Tourism November 16, 2022

Lottery Board approves license for Portsmouth casino

The Virginia Lottery Board unanimously approved the casino facility operator’s license for the Rivers Casino Portsmouth Wednesday. It was the second casino operator’s license issued in the state; the first was awarded in April to Bristol’s Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, which opened a temporary casino in July. Two more proposed casinos are in the […]

Economic Development November 16, 2022

Food/beverage distributor to create 745 jobs in Caroline

World Class Distribution Inc. (WCD Inc.) plans to build a $275 million, 1.2 million-square-foot distribution center in Caroline County that will create 745 jobs, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday. A subsidiary of Tact Holdings Inc., WCD distributes food and beverage products, including canned foods, dry foods, candy, grocery, beer and wine, frozen foods and other […]

Allianz Partners USA names new COO
People November 15, 2022

Allianz Partners USA names new COO

Henrico County-based Allianz Partners USA has named Heather McIntyre as chief operations officer USA, the company announced Monday. McIntyre joins Allianz after 20 years with Geico, where she served in multiple management roles, most recently as vice president of customer experience and customer relationship management. She also has experience in digital transformation, product management and [&he[...]

Carnival to double trips from Norfolk, proposes year-round cruising
Hotels/Tourism November 14, 2022

Carnival to double trips from Norfolk, proposes year-round cruising

Carnival Cruise Line announced Monday it will more than double the number of cruises it offers from Norfolk in 2023 and is working toward year-round cruising from Norfolk in 2025. Stephen Kirkland, executive director of Nauticus, shared the news from Norfolk’s cruise terminal that overlooks the harbor where ships dock, adjacent to downtown Norfolk. Carnival […]

Gov. Glenn Youngkin speaks at a November 2022 tourism industry conference in Norfolk. Photo by Robyn Sidersky
Hotels/Tourism November 14, 2022

Tourism, hospitality are rebounding, Youngkin says at VA1 summit

One of the big takeaways from the VA1 Governor’s Tourism Summit being held in Norfolk this week is that Virginia is ready and eager for travelers. Travel industry professionals from around the commonwealth are gathering at Hilton Norfolk The Main through Tuesday for the ninth annual state tourism industry conference, which is presented in part […]

Economic Development November 10, 2022

Japanese warehouse company to build facility in Chesapeake

A Tokyo-based transportation and warehousing company will invest $14 million to establish a warehouse and distribution facility in Chesapeake, creating 25 jobs, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Thursday. Nakano Warehouse & Transportation Corp. will build a warehouse at 2200 Steppingstone Square in the Greenbrier North Commerce Park. It will be up to 78,400 square feet and […]

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Education November 9, 2022

Caesars gives $504K to Averett University

Caesars Virginia, which is building a $650 million casino in Danville, announced a gift of $504,000 to Averett University on Wednesday. The gift will be used to develop a hospitality and tourism academic program. Averett’s new concentration and minor in hospitality management and tourism will be part of the university’s business management program and is […]

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Healthcare November 8, 2022

UVA Community Health taps interim leader as permanent CEO

Erik Shannon, who has served as interim CEO of UVA Community Health since October 2021, will continue in the role permanently, the health system announced Tuesday. Shannon’s new status is effective immediately. UVA Community Health, formerly Novant Health UVA Health System, has three community hospitals and a network of primary and specialty medical practices and […]

People November 4, 2022

Dominion Energy promotes exec to CFO

Richmond-based Dominion Energy Inc. has promoted Steven D. Ridge to chief financial officer and senior vice president, replacing James R. Chapman, who will leave the company, the Fortune 500 utility announced Friday. Currently vice president of investor relations, Ridge will start his new role later this month and will be responsible for corporate and financial […]

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News November 3, 2022

Innovation was at center of Mighty Dream Day 3

On the third and final day of Pharrell Williams‘ Mighty Dream Forum in Norfolk, the theme was innovation. The first day‘s focus was diversity and equity, while Wednesday was largely dedicated to inspiring entrepreneurs to find and create opportunities. Panelists throughout the day Thursday encouraged attendees to innovate, seek out resources and do their homework […]

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