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Apr 15, 2026

Harrisonburg aerospace startup plans to add 51 jobs

Harrisonburg-based AeroNimble will invest more than $2.5 million to expand its operations and create 51 jobs.

Talking turkey: Va. is nation’s sixth largest producer
Apr 14, 2026

Virginia poultry co-op to add 146 jobs, invest $113M

The Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative plans to grow its operation, investing $113.9 million and adding 146 jobs. 

A casino could be in the cards for Winchester. Rendering courtesy Winchester Economic Development Authority
Mar 31, 2026

Winchester Council greenlights casino study

Winchester City Council approved a feasibility study for a casino and entertainment complex, with a potential referendum as early as 2028 pending state approval.

Northrop Grumman's new facility at 1001 Shenandoah Village Dr., Waynesboro. Photo by USA Today Network/Reuters
Mar 31, 2026

Northrop Grumman seeks permit for new Waynesboro facility

Northrop Grumman is asking Virginia for an environmental permit for small-scale emissions related to its new facility in Waynesboro.

Frederick County EDA Director Barker steps down
Mar 3, 2026

Frederick County EDA Director Barker steps down

Frederick County Economic Development Authority Executive Director Patrick Barker stepped down from his position on Feb. 27.

Sherri and John Hill, of Elliot City, Maryland, documented their visit to the Mount Crawford Buc-ee’s for its June 30, 2025, grand opening. Photo by Norm Shafer
Mar 1, 2026

Preparation pays off in Shenandoah Valley

The Shenandoah Valley's economy grew in 2025 with a $3 billion Merck expansion, new food production facilities, and strong manufacturing investments.

Then-Gov. Glenn Youngkin joined Merck & Co. at the October 2025 groundbreaking for Merck’s $3 billion facility in Elkton. Photo by Kaitlyn DeHarde, Office of Gov. Glenn Youngkin
Mar 1, 2026

$3B Merck expansion makes big impact in Shenandoah Valley

Merck is investing $3 billion to build a small-molecule manufacturing facility in Elkton, Virginia, creating 500 permanent jobs and boosting local economy.

Bryan H. Fairbanks will retire after nearly 23 years with Trex. Photo courtesy Trex
Feb 25, 2026

Trex CEO Bryan Fairbanks to retire in April

Trex Co. announced Tuesday that President and CEO Bryan H. Fairbanks will retire April 28 after nearly 23 years with the company.

Loudoun County Belfort Furniture has purchased a 260,000-square-foot distribution center in Berryville for $14 million.
Feb 13, 2026

Belfort Furniture acquires Berryville distribution center for $14M

Loudoun County Belfort Furniture has purchased a 260,000-square-foot distribution center in Berryville for $14 million.

Photo supplied by VMI Photo by J.Robertson
Feb 12, 2026

Virginia Military Institute governance bill advances without Virginia State University oversight

Virginia Military Institute governance reform bill advances in House without Virginia State University oversight amid concerns over VMI's Confederate history and board composition.

Virginia Military Institute logo cover. Photo USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect
Feb 4, 2026

Action delayed on legislation that would give VSU control of VMI

A House subcommittee delayed action on legislation that would place Virginia Military Institute under VSU oversight.

Clarke County Industrial Development Authority Chair William Waite, Clarke County Director of Economic Development & Tourism Michelle Ridings and Clarke County Board of Supervisors Chair David Weiss stand at the site of a proposed business park. Photo by Norm Shafer
Feb 1, 2026

Clarke to repurpose ex-prison site into business park

Clarke County’s long-planned second business park has taken a significant step toward becoming reality. In November 2025, the county’s board of supervisors unanimously voted to rezone 40 acres at 219 Ray of Hope Lane, off U.S. 340/522 near White Post, from agricultural to light industrial use. The property, part of t[...]

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