Reading incentive program to begin in Richmond schools
City’s elementary school students would be encouraged in learning to read by the promise of non-cash prizes.
Rural Jobs Council suggests improvements
Group charged with finding ways to increase employment in the countryside.
Sneak peek at Sheila Johnson’s new resort set to open in August
Guests can bring horses to Salamander Resort & Spa.
IT employment continues to rise
Alexandria-based TechServe Alliance says March IT employment nationally was up 0.34 percent from February and 4.96 percent in the past 12 months.
U.Va. takes first place in first Up to Us competition
Teams from 10 schools designed programs to raise students’ awareness of national debt crisis.
NII Holdings sells Peru business
Mobile communications company NII Holdings has agreed to sell its Peruvian operations for $400 million.
Dweck Properties buys Archstone Crystal Towers in Arlington for $322 million
Sale is reportedly largest ever in D.C. area for a multifamily property.
Genworth mortgage unit to pay $4.5 million to settle federal investigation
It is one of four companies signing consent orders in probe of alleged kickbacks
Virginia is for women-owned businesses
Commonwealth ranks in top 10 for growth of women-owned firms.
State budget increases funding for education
During the final hours of Wednesday’s reconvened session, the General Assembly approved a state budget that boosts funding for Virginia’s public schools next year.
Virginia launches public-private partnership focused on cyber security
Semper Secure will be funded by the state government and industry
Hunton & Williams law firm will keep downtown location
After considering alternatives, firm decides to stay at Riverfront Plaza