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Cary Hagen, Bobby Scott, Kevin Briggs and Pete Hansen. Photo courtesy CV International. Background image courtesy of the Port of Virginia
Mar 4, 2026

CV International, Capes tap new executives

CV International last week announced that it has promoted vice president Cary Hagen to chief operating officer.

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.

Norfolk International Airport's new U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility to process international arrivals opened in February 2026. Photo by Josh Janney
Feb 18, 2026

Norfolk airport debuts $25M international arrivals facility

Norfolk International Airport on Wednesday celebrated the opening of its new $25 million international arrivals facility.

MacArthur Center mall was built in 1999. The city announced it will be demolished this year to make way for a redevelopment. Photo courtesy Norfolk Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
Feb 6, 2026

Norfolk’s MacArthur Center to be demolished this year

The city of Norfolk announced Friday that it will close and demolish the MacArthur Center mall as part of a redevelopment plan for the site.

Hampton Roads law firm secures naming rights to The Dome
Feb 4, 2026

Hampton Roads law firm secures naming rights to The Dome

Hampton Roads law firm Rutter Mills has secured the naming rights to Virginia Beach's massive entertainment venue, The Dome.

Swedish Match, a Philip Morris International subsidiary, is closing its office in April 2026, the company announced. Photo by Adobe Stock
Feb 2, 2026

Swedish Match, Bear Express announce closings in Virginia

Swedish Match is closing its Richmond office, while Bear Express is closing its Norfolk and Virginia Beach facilities.

Norfolk casino General Manager Ron Bailey leads a tour of the Interim Gaming Hall, which opened in November 2025. Photo by Kristen Zeis
Feb 1, 2026

Will new casino be a jackpot for Norfolk?

Norfolk’s $750M casino project is on track for 2027, but rising competition and lower tax projections raise revenue questions.

Norfolk State University is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top 20 HBCUs, and the school received a $50 million donation in November 2025 from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Photo courtesy Norfolk State University
Feb 1, 2026

Norfolk State hits new fundraising heights

Norfolk State University raised $95.3M, far surpassing its $60M goal, boosting graduation rates, research and workforce training.

Norfolk Director of Economic Development Sean Washington stands at 101 Park Ave., one of the parcels of land the city hopes to incorporate into a entertainment district. Photo by Kristen Zeis
Feb 1, 2026

Norfolk eyes Harbor Park entertainment district

An entertainment and nightlife district could be in the cards for the area surrounding Norfolk‘s upcoming $750 million waterfront resort casino near Harbor Park. The city owns most of the property around the casino site and the ballpark, controlling almost seven acres in an area bordered by the Elizabeth River, railroad tracks and Interstate 264. […]

Kenneth Alexander. Photo courtesy Virginia Community College System
Jan 30, 2026

Norfolk mayor named Richard Bland College’s interim president

Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Alexander will serve as interim president of Richard Bland College, effective May 11.

Philanthropist Joan Brock, left, and her late husband, Dollar Tree co-founder Macon Brock. Photo Courtesy Old Dominion University
Dec 4, 2025

ODU gets $15M gift from Brock to launch nutrition institute

Old Dominion University has received a $15 million gift to establish a nutrition and lifestyle medicine institute.

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Dec 3, 2025

CBRE taps new leader for Richmond, Norfolk

Global real estate services and investment firm CBRE has promoted Sarah Cooley to managing director and market leader for southern Virginia.

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