Charlottesville Chamber announces new president and CEO
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce announced Tuesday that it has promoted Andrea Copeland, who has been the chamber's interim CEO for about a year, to president and permanent CEO, effective immediately.
Richmond issues boil-water advisory after plant issue
Richmond officials issued a boil-water advisory Tuesday in parts of Virginia’s capital city, leaving many residents without drinkable tap water following an operational issue at the city's water treatment plant for the second time this year.
Henrico issues new RFI for arena project
Following the collapse of the $2.3 billion GreenCity project in March, Henrico County on Tuesday released a new request for interest for developers to submit plans for an arena-anchored development in the county's West End.
Atlantic Union CFO announces retirement
Richmond-based Atlantic Union Bankshares announced Thursday that executive vice president and chief financial officer Robert M. Gorman plans to retire on or before March 31, 2026.
Lighthouse Labs rebrands to Lighthouse Network
Richmond Accelerator Lighthouse Labs last week announced that it is expanding its services and rebranding itself as Lighthouse Network.
Atlantic Union names new chief risk officer
Atlantic Union Bankshares has appointed Bradley S. Haun as chief risk officer, the Glen Allen-based bank holding company announced May 13.
Two MLS platforms with Virginia coverage merge data
Central Virginia Regional Multiple Listing Service and Bright MLS announced a data sharing agreement. Subscribers of each will be able to search current and historical property listing information integrated into both systems.
Despite bankruptcy, Plenty to finish Chesterfield vertical indoor farms
Despite filing for bankruptcy in March, Plenty Unlimited says it will be able to finish construction of its vertical indoor farm in Chesterfield County.
UVA Health taps new CFO
UVA Health announced Thursday that Stephanie Schnittger will become its chief financial officer, starting July 7.
Virginia Chamber adds two execs to its team
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce on Monday announced that Carter T. Whitelow is joining its team as vice president of government relations while Sarah Muse is joining as the director of marketing and brand management.
Amazon fulfillment center in Goochland to create 1,000+ jobs
Gov. Glenn Youngkin participated Wednesday in a ceremonial groundbreaking for Amazon.com's 3.1 million-square-foot robotics fulfillment center in Goochland County, which is expected to create more than 1,000 full-time and part-time jobs.
Henrico supervisors approve permit for St. Mary’s expansion
Bon Secours Mercy Health's planned $370 million renovation and expansion of Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital in western Henrico County advanced May 13, as the Henrico County Board of Supervisors approved a provisional use permit tied to the project.