JMU eyes $2 billion economic impact by 2040
James Madison University plans to generate a $2 billion economic impact in Virginia by 2040 through expanded healthcare programs and stronger business partnerships.
Talking turkey: Shenandoah poultry industry takes off
Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative plans a $113.9 million feed mill expansion in Hinton, adding 146 jobs and boosting turkey production in the Shenandoah Valley.
Frederick supervisors to consider countywide ban of data centers
The Frederick County Board of Supervisors is considering a countywide ban on data centers after months of community pushback over the industry.
Valley communities prepare for data centers
As interest in data centers grows across Virginia, Shenandoah Valley communities are debating how to manage the industry’s potential impacts. Hundreds of residents concerned about potential data center development in Frederick County peppered a panel of experts with questions during a May 7 public forum at James Wood High [...]
Omni Homestead taps new managing director
Jacco van Teeffelen has been named managing director of Omni Homestead Resort & Spa in Hot Springs, succeeding Mark Spadoni.
Virginia medical marijuana market consolidates
Virginia’s medical marijuana market consolidates as Arboretum Virginia is now assigned two of Virginia's five health service areas.
Mary Baldwin University announces interim president
Mary Baldwin University appointed Gary Daynes as interim president and chief transformation officer amid a turbulent year.
Solar panel manufacturer to establish $23.78M Shenandoah County facility
MSolar Manufacturing will invest $23.78 million to establish a solar manufacturing facility in Shenandoah County, creating 150 jobs.
Weather disrupts Highland maple syrup yield
Maple syrup production in Highland County fell sharply due to disrupted winter weather, impacting the annual festival and local economy.
MasterBrand completes $3.6B acquisition of American Woodmark
MasterBrand has completed its previously announced acquisition of Winchester-based cabinet manufacturer American Woodmark.
Following merger, former Soli Organic location in Harrisonburg to close
80 Acres Farms, a vertical farming company, plans to close its Harrisonburg facility, eliminating 80 jobs following merger with Soli Organic.
Bingham & Taylor to shut down Culpeper plant, laying off 92 employees
Utility infrastructure products manufacturer Bingham & Taylor plans to close its Culpeper plant this fall, laying off 92 employees.





















