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State and local officials join Jefferson Lab leadership for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the Jefferson Lab Data Center. Photo by Josh Janney
Jun 12, 2026

Jefferson Lab breaks ground on $49M data center

Jefferson Lab broke ground on a 30,000-square-foot building on its Newport News campus that will house the High Performance Data Facility.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger touts the state's support for Jefferson Lab during a June 12 groundbreaking event for the Jefferson Lab Data Center. Photo by Josh Janney
Jun 12, 2026

Spanberger backs House budget, but data center tax fight divides Democrats

Gov. Abigail Spanberger said she supports the Virginia House of Delegates proposal of an "expansive" data center commission.

A rendering of Bon Secours's $200 million, four-story patient tower at its Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News. Image courtesy Bon Secours
May 13, 2026

Bon Secours breaks ground on $200M tower in Newport News

Bon Secours broke ground Tuesday on a $200 million, four-story patient tower at its Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News.

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Apr 28, 2026

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Apr 28, 2026

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The Jefferson Lab is based in Newport News. Photo by Josh Janney
Apr 28, 2026

New details emerge on Jefferson Lab transition in June

New details about the future of the Jefferson Lab have emerged following last month’s announcement of a new operating contract.

Secure Energy Future Center Managing Director Chelsea Olivieri, Hampton Roads Alliance President and CEO Doug Smith, Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Rector John Rocovich, Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones, Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade Carrie Chenery and Virginia Tech President Tim Sands hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate SEFC's opening. Photo by Josh Janney
Apr 22, 2026

Virginia Tech-backed energy tech hub opens in Newport News

The Secure Energy Future Center opened its first dedicated space Wednesday at Tech Center Research Park in Newport News.

Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones delivers his State of the City address at Christopher Newport University. Photo by Josh Janney
Apr 14, 2026

$450M Navy housing project in Newport News slated to begin this summer

Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones announced Monday that a $450 million downtown development is expected to begin construction this summer.

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Apr 2, 2026

DOE awards $1.8B contract to LLC to manage Jefferson Lab

The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a new contract to operate the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility.

CEL Critical Power’s new facility, which opened in summer 2025, was part of a $5.225 million investment. Photo courtesy CEL Critical Power
Mar 1, 2026

Hampton Roads leverages regional economic assets

Hampton Roads drives growth with $1.5 billion in investments across defense, energy, aerospace, and logistics sectors in 2025, boosting jobs and infrastructure.

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Jan 14, 2026

Annandale Millwork to add 154 jobs in Newport News

Annandale Millwork and Allied Systems Corp. will invest $11.5 million to expand operations in Newport News, creating 154 jobs.

Riverside Smithfield Hospital officially opened its doors to patients in January 2026. Photo courtesy Riverside Health
Jan 7, 2026

Riverside opens $300M hospital in Smithfield

Riverside Smithfield Hospital officially opened its doors to patients on Tuesday, giving the region a 24/7 full-service emergency department.

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