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Hopewell officials deny any role in data center case study
Hopewell officials deny involvement in a Maryland-based case study on a potential data center at the former Green Plains ethanol plant site.
Virginia marijuana market rumors ‘unequivocally false’, state reps say
Sponsors of state budget language creating Virginia‘s retail marijuana market are debunking what they called “inaccurate reports and social media claims” that the language jumpstarted the sales a year ahead of schedule and essentially relaxed enforcement of the state’s pot laws, including those addressing underage selling. In a statement released July 9, Sen. Lashrecse Aird, [&hell[...]
Hopewell weighs data center at former ethanol plant site
A former ethanol plant in Hopewell could soon be the home of the city’s first-ever data center.
Virginia’s congressional redistricting election cost more than $5M
Virginia's congressional redistricting election cost more than $5 million, with localities incurring additional expenses after the Supreme Court voided the results.
United Way CEO Amanda Leech to step down in June after 10 years
Amanda Leech, CEO of United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley, will resign in June after 10 years leading the organization through expansion and impact.
VSU receives $1 million for new AI and cybersecurity center
Virginia State University received $1.03 million to create the VSU Center for Generative AI & Industrial Cybersecurity, enhancing research and student training.
The battle over 100 new Silver Creek homes in Waynesboro
Wells Land Development seeks to revise Silver Creek subdivision plan in Waynesboro, proposing 100 new homes amid city council delays and proffer disputes.
Corning plans to add 3,000 jobs, boost production in deal with NVIDIA
Corning partners with NVIDIA to expand U.S. optical connectivity manufacturing, adding 3,000 jobs and building new facilities in North Carolina and Texas.
Veritas Vineyards acquired, family to stay in leadership
Veritas Vineyards in Virginia was acquired by Veritas Legacy Partners, with the founding Hodson family remaining in leadership roles.
Virginia Supreme Court blocks redistricting election certification
The Virginia Supreme Court denied a motion to certify the April 21 special election on congressional redistricting, keeping a lower court's block in place.


















