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Big deals: Pharma, manufacturing make splash in Virginia
Anticipated to create at least 100 jobs apiece, these economic development announcements were some of the largest in Virginia in the second half of 2025 and the first half of 2026. CENTRAL VIRGINIA Albemarle County: In October 2025, U.K. pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca announced plans for a $4.5 billion manufacturing campus wit[...]
Talking turkey: Shenandoah poultry industry takes off
Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative plans a $113.9 million feed mill expansion in Hinton, adding 146 jobs and boosting turkey production in the Shenandoah Valley.
ID Logistics to invest $83M, create 1,000 jobs in Henrico
The U.S. arm of ID Logistics expects to invest $83M and create 1,000 jobs at its first Virginia location, a distribution facility in Henrico.
Virginia budget clears way for $100B Berry Hill data center campus
Virginia's budget keeps the data center tax exemption in place, clearing the way for Stack to advance its proposed $100B Berry Hill project.
Farm, home supplies retailer to invest $40M in Henry County
Rural King will invest $40 million to establish a distribution center in Henry County, a project expected to create 150 jobs.
Historic Triangle rolls out welcome mat for America’s 250th birthday
Visit Williamsburg and local businesses anticipate a tourism boost from the colonial williamsburg centennial and the United States semiquincentennial.
Fairfax hires new economic development CEO
George D. Thomas will start his new role in August as president and CEO of FCEDA.
Swedish firm Sandberg to build US HQ in Prince William
Sandberg Development plans to build its United States headquarters in Prince William County's Innovation Park.
Manufacturer Jabil to open plant in Prince George, creating 352 jobs
Jabil plans to establish a new manufacturing facility at Crosspointe Logistics Center in Prince George County, creating 352 jobs.
Arlington County taps new economic development director
Arlington County has named Anna Nissinen of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority as its new chief economic development officer.
Virginia tourism sites bank on America’s 250th birthday
Virginia tourism sees increased attendance driven by the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and statewide semiquincentennial events.
Innovation district takes off in NoVa
National IQ innovation district in Arlington County advances with founding partners Amazon, Northrop Grumman, and JBG Smith driving tech and national security initiatives.
