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Jul 13, 2026

Ferguson planning $1.6B acquisition of Texas valve distributor

Ferguson Enterprises announced that it has agreed to acquire FloWorks for $1.6 billion from private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital.

Philanthropist Jane Batten. Photo courtesy William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences
Jul 1, 2026

Formerly VWU, Batten University acquires Sentara College of Health Sciences

Batten University, formerly Virginia Wesleyan University, announced Wednesday that it acquired Sentara College of Health Sciences.

Newport News, Virginia Tech and state officials on April 22 hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate SEFC’s opening. Photo by Josh Janney/Virginia Business
Jun 30, 2026

Energy tech hub opens in Newport News

The Secure Energy Future Center backed by Virginia Tech opens in Newport News with $2.7 million funding to boost energy innovation and workforce training.

The Cheese Shop co-owner Mary Ellen Power looks forward to a wave of new customers celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday. Photo by Jay Paul
Jun 30, 2026

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.

Michael Cole. Photo courtesy Sentara Health Plan
Jun 26, 2026

Sentara Health Plans president hired

Sentara Health Plans names Michael Cole president. Former Regence executive succeeds retiring leader Colin Drozdowski.

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Jun 25, 2026

Virginia Beach renews offshore wind land option with Dominion

The Virginia Beach Development Authority approved a five-year option agreement that would allow Dominion to purchase 32 acres of land.

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Jun 18, 2026

Virginia casino revenue tops $108M in May

Virginia casinos generated more than $108 million in May gaming revenue, led by Caesars Virginia's record monthly performance.

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Jun 18, 2026

Cavalier Hotel resort sold to Connecticut firm

The Cavalier Resort at Virginia Beach’s Oceanfront has been sold to Connecticut-based real estate investment firm Wheelock Street Capital.

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Jun 17, 2026

Dragas unveils plans to redevelop Virginia Beach National Golf Course

The Dragas Cos. announced Tuesday a proposal to purchase and renovate the Virginia Beach National Golf Course.

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Jun 16, 2026

ODU Board of Visitors extends Hemphill’s contract to 2032

Old Dominion University's Board of Visitors on Monday reaffirmed support for President Brian Hemphill, extending his contract through 2032.

State and local officials join Jefferson Lab leadership for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the Jefferson Lab Data Center. Photo by Josh Janney
Jun 12, 2026

Jefferson Lab breaks ground on $49M data center

Jefferson Lab broke ground on a 30,000-square-foot building on its Newport News campus that will house the High Performance Data Facility.

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Jun 5, 2026

Virginia Beach City Council voices support for citywide ban on large data centers

Virginia Beach City Council unanimously agreed to direct staff to draft an ordinance prohibiting large-scale data centers within city limits.

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