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Norfolk State receives record $50M gift from MacKenzie Scott
Nov 14, 2025

Norfolk State receives record $50M gift from MacKenzie Scott

Norfolk State University announced Thursday that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $50 million to the university.

A Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS New Hampshire docked at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in September 2025. Photo by Shelby West. Image courtesy William & Mary
Nov 14, 2025

William & Mary to be U.S. hub for AUKUS submarine pact

William & Mary will be the U.S. academic hub for a multinational effort aimed at advancing the development of nuclear-powered submarines.

Regent University names law school dean
Nov 13, 2025

Regent University names law school dean

Regent University has tapped longtime administrator and faculty member S. Ernie Walton as the dean of the Regent University School of Law.

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Nov 12, 2025

Brown Edwards acquires Virginia Beach-based accounting firm

Roanoke accounting and advisory firm Brown Edwards announced last week that it has acquired Virginia Beach-based DesRoches & Co.

Harbor Group International buys Virginia Beach apartments for $86M
Nov 10, 2025

Harbor Group International buys Virginia Beach apartments for $86M

Harbor Group International announced that it has acquired a 480-unit garden-style apartment complex in Virginia Beach for $86 million.

Hampton Roads lawmakers split on deal to end shutdown
Nov 10, 2025

Hampton Roads lawmakers split on deal to end shutdown

Hampton Roads' U.S. representatives are split on the Senate's proposal to end the government shutdown.

Irish data center power manufacturer opens first US plant in James City County
Nov 5, 2025

Irish data center power manufacturer opens first US plant in James City County

An Irish energy infrastructure manufacturer focused on data centers will establish its first U.S. plant in James City County, a $5.225 million investment expected to create 250 jobs, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday.

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Nov 5, 2025

Rivers Casino Portsmouth workers win Virginia’s first casino union contract

In a first for Virginia’s gaming industry, workers at Rivers Casino Portsmouth have approved a three-year union contract with a 95% yes vote

Amazon boosts worker pay, cuts health plan costs
Nov 4, 2025

Amazon opens Virginia Beach fulfillment center

Amazon has opened its massive 3.2 million-square-foot fulfillment center in Virginia Beach, bringing hundreds of jobs.

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Nov 3, 2025

Langley Federal Credit Union taps new CEO

Langley Federal Credit Union announced that its board of directors has selected Gaurav Bhatia to be its new president and CEO.

BARBARA M. WOLCOTT
Nov 2, 2025

BARBARA M. WOLCOTT

CHAIRMAN AND PRINCIPAL BROKER BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES RW TOWNE REALTY CHESAPEAKE

DOUG SMITH
Nov 2, 2025

DOUG SMITH

PRESIDENT AND CEO HAMPTON ROADS ALLIANCE NORFOLK

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