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CrossCountry Consulting acquires California advisory firm
McLean-based business advisory firm CrossCountry Consulting announced this week that it has acquired California consulting firm CNM.
Interstate Group to expand in Giles County, creating 46 jobs
Interstate Group will invest $8.9 million to expand operations at the company’s manufacturing facility in Giles County, creating 46 jobs.
Virginia’s publicly traded companies defy economic slowdown
Virginia’s top publicly traded companies like Freddie Mac, Boeing, and RTX posted significant revenue gains in 2025 despite the state’s slow economic growth.
Virginia banks saw big mergers and acquisitions in 2025
Virginia community banks experienced significant mergers and acquisitions in 2025, including Atlantic Union Bankshares' $1.3 billion purchase of Sandy Spring Bank.
Philanthropists boost Virginia universities, health systems
Virginia universities and health systems received major philanthropic gifts in 2025, including multimillion-dollar donations to support scholarships, programs, and health initiatives.
Virginia community colleges boost workforce development focus
Virginia plans increased investment in community colleges and workforce programs like FastForward to meet employer demand and improve student outcomes in 2024.
Virginia universities faced federal probes over DEI in 2025
Virginia public universities, including UVA and George Mason, faced federal investigations in 2025 over diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives amid political pressure.
Virginia housing market saw late 2025 recovery as rates eased
Virginia's housing market recovered late in 2025 with increased home sales and falling mortgage rates, while industrial growth continues in key regions.
A sampling of Virginia’s major road projects in 2026
Virginia is advancing major road projects including the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion, I-64 widening, and Interstate 81 improvements with completion dates through 2035.
Virginia health systems face $26B in federal cuts
Virginia health systems confront $26 billion in Medicaid cuts due to the 2025 federal budget law, prompting closures and new hospital expansions.
Law, accounting sectors adapt to AI, regulatory changes
Virginia's law and accounting sectors are evolving with AI adoption, new noncompete laws, and CPA licensing changes to address workforce and regulatory challenges.
