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Batten donates $10M to Hollins University scholarship program
Hollins University has received a $10 million gift from alumna Jane Batten to support its HOPE Scholarship program.
Google faces opposition to Botetourt data center
Google plans a data center in Botetourt County, sparking opposition over water use and community impact. The project requires up to 8 million gallons daily.
FOR THE RECORD: May 2026
CENTRAL VIRGINIA Delaware-based Fortune 500 specialty chemical company DuPont has completed the divestiture of its Aramids business, a designer and producer of synthetic fibers including Kevlar and Nomex, to Georgia-based manufacturer Arclin for about $1.8 billion, Arclin announced April 1. The sale will affect DuPont’s [...]
BWXT to acquire heavy manufacturer for nuclear production
BWXT is acquiring Precision Components Group to boost its commercial nuclear manufacturing capacity, adding 500,000 square feet.
Voyant Beauty to close Roanoke plant, laying off 95 employees
Voyant Beauty plans to close its Roanoke manufacturing plant by the end of August, laying off 95 employees.
Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit
Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.
Virginia Tech President Tim Sands to step down
Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced Thursday that he intends to step down in the coming months.
Botetourt’s Croy Contracting to invest $3.45M in expansion
Botetourt-based Croy Contracting plans a $3.45 million expansion with CroySafe safe room division, creating 30 jobs in skilled trades and manufacturing.
Carilion gets $500K grant for proton therapy campaign
Carilion Clinic Foundation received a $500,000 grant from the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia for its $50 million proton therapy campaign.
Virginia’s private colleges seek increased state tuition aid
Virginia private colleges increase donor scholarships and state grants to support students facing federal Pell grant and loan funding cuts in 2024.
Roanoke commission moves forward with plans for Hotel Roanoke sale
While advancing plans to sell the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, the Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission prepares for a $12.7 million bond payoff
Google confirms Botetourt data center campus
Google confirms plans for a Botetourt County data center campus, addressing water use, power and how the company works with communities.
