Virginia’s bid for Amazon’s second headquarters
Localities are banding together as regions to promote their strengths and amenities.
Virginia ranked as a top state for business
The commonwealth is No. 11 on Area Development magazine's list.
State grant aimed at developing heavy construction workforce
Programs are underway at Northern Virginia Community College and Lord Fairfax Community College
State recognizes employers for hiring veterans
V3 program has encouraged job placement for 26,852 former military personnel.
Small Richmond businesses complete mentorship program
One-on-one coaching was designed to help companies grow.
Virginia unemployment remains unchanged
The commonwealth’s August rate was 3.8 percent.
Two projects expected to create 50 jobs in Danville-Pittsylvania County
Unison to establish first U.S. manufacturing operation while Intertape expands its existing Virginia facility.
Thomson Reuters to open a cybersecurity operations center in Richmond
By end of 2018, company plans to employ 60 people at the center.
Groundbreaking held for Henry County training center
The building will serve companies locating in the Commonwealth Crossing Business Centre.
Chesterfield EDA to acquire property for ‘mega site’
The 1,675-acre project would be aimed at attracting a large manufacturing plant.
Pole manufacturer plans expansion in Washington County
The $6 million project is expected to create 28 jobs.
VCU receives $25 million from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
The Medicines for All Institute will test ways to reduce the costs of lifesaving medications.