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Federal judge blocks $6B Nexstar-Tegna TV merger
A federal judge blocked the $6 billion Nexstar-Tegna merger pending an antitrust lawsuit, citing concerns over competition and local journalism impact.
Fed sees modest economic growth in Fifth District
Economic activity in the Federal Reserve’s Fifth District grew at a modest pace in recent weeks, as consumer spending and tourism picked up.
L3Harris plans $1.27B expansion in Orange, creating 350 jobs
L3Harris Technologies announced a $1.27 billion expansion of its rocket motor production operations in Orange County, adding 350 jobs.
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.
Virginia Business photographer wins Best in Show
Virginia Business won nine awards in the Virginia Press Association‘s 2025 News & Advertising Contest, including a Best in Show award for Specialty Photography to contributing photographer Norm Shafer, the state organization announced during its April 11 annual awards banquet held at The Virginian hotel in Lynchburg. Shafe[...]
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.
Lumber Liquidators moving HQ, warehousing out of Virginia
Lumber Liquidators is relocating its headquarters and distribution operations from Henrico County to Tennessee.
Medicaid cuts put 10 Virginia hospitals at risk, report says
Medicaid cuts from H.R. 1 put 10 Virginia hospitals at risk of closure or service reduction, impacting rural and underserved communities.
Martinsville bank sells Justice family’s overdue loans to Omni Hotels entity
Carter Bankshares sold $209.48 million in past-due loans tied to the Justice family to a subsidiary of TRT Holdings, owner of Omni Hotels & Resorts.
DOE awards $1.8B contract to LLC to manage Jefferson Lab
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a new contract to operate the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility.
Amazon’s HQ2 hiring stalled in 2025
Amazon added no jobs at its Arlington headquarters last year that qualified for Virginia’s workforce grant incentives.
