‘This is war’: In texts, U.Va. board members plotted with Youngkin, decried DEI
As Republican leaders moved to root out what they have criticized as liberal ideology at the University of Virginia, some conservative appointees to its board texted privately about ending “chemical and surgical mutilation” for transgender youth at its hospitals and undoing “regimes of racial classification” in its class[...]
Yokohama Tire plans 392 layoffs in Virginia
Yokohama Tire will lay off 392 workers and reduce production at its Salem plant, with a full closure possible in September.
Amentum subsidiary secures potential $656M Navy contract
Amentum Mitie Pacific has been awarded a potential $656.36 million contract to provide support services at Navy Support Facility.
Richmond Fed leader sees less economic uncertainty in 2026
Gas prices are down, and tax refunds next month will provide some economic stimulus, Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin said Thursday.
Best Products co-founder Frances Lewis dies at 103
Frances Aaronson Lewis, who co-founded Henrico County's Best Products retail company and was a major figure among contemporary art collectors in the United States, died Jan. 10, her family announced Tuesday.
Six nursing facilities in western Virginia apparently sold to California investor
CareTrust REIT appears to have acquired six skilled nursing facilities in western Virginia for about $142 million.
Prince William Chamber CEO to step down
Prince William Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob Sweeney is stepping down after three years.
McLean’s 22nd Century Technologies acquires Reston-based BT Federal
22nd Century Technologies has completed its acquisition of BT Federal, expanding managed network services for U.S. government clients.
EAB acquires UK-based AI marketer
EAB, which has a significant presence in Henrico County, has acquired U.K.-based Hybrid to expand AI-powered digital marketing services for colleges and universities.
Acquisition of Elephant Insurance completed
Admiral Group completes sale of Henrico County-based Elephant Insurance to J.C. Flowers, marking new ownership for the U.S. auto insurer.
Owens & Minor rebrands after $375M sale of largest division
Owens & Minor completed the sale of its Products & Healthcare Services segment to Platinum Equity for $375 million.
Cvent to acquire ON24 for $400M
Cvent announced this week that it plans to acquire San Francisco-based software development company ON24 for $400 million.



















