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South Hill, Mecklenburg team on new industrial park
South Hill and Mecklenburg County officials want to ensure the region’s economic future doesn’t hinge entirely on data centers. This spring, county supervisors and town council members agreed to form the Route 58 Activation Corridor Regional Industrial Facility Authority. Regional authorities allow local governments to share costs and revenue from industrial commerce sites. Mecklenburg[...]
VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital names next president
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Community Memorial Hospital in Mecklenburg County announced Thursday that Sheldon Barr will be its next president, effective Dec. 11. Barr will be the first woman to lead the South Hill hospital in its 68-year history. “I am excited to deliver on VCU Health’s mission to preserve and restore health for all […]
South Hill grant aims to boost business district
South Hill merchants figured out ways to keep business going during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, introducing Facebook Live videos from downtown stores that helped people shop from home, then pick up their treasures curbside. Sometimes featuring a rescue dog named Duncan, the videos have continued even as restrictions are rolled back. Now, the […]
