Chesterfield County leads Virginia in population growth
Chesterfield County tops Virginia in population growth, fueled by new housing, remote workers, and major employers like Lego seeking a strong workforce.
Top Five May 2025
The top five most-read daily news stories on VirginiaBusiness.com from March 11 through April 11 included news of major layoffs from a federal contractor in Northern Virginia.
May 2025 Virginia 500 Spotlight: ALLIE EVANGELISTA
From Brazil to Virginia, Evangelista's journey spans hotel housekeeping, cultural exploration, and insights on AI's future in hospitality.
Concerns linger following crash at Reagan National
Lawmakers raise concerns about safety at Reagan National Airport after a fatal midair crash and FAA staffing shortages. Learn what’s changing in 2024.
New River and Roanoke Valleys see strong economic growth
The New River and Roanoke valleys posted major GDP gains in 2023, with growth fueled by advanced manufacturing, tech innovation, and workforce expansion.
Elon Musk’s memo exposes a trust crisis in leadership
Musk’s memo sparked debate, but the real issue isn’t accountability — it’s a lack of trust, clarity, and communication in modern workplace culture.
Virginia scores big with booming sports tourism industry
Henrico and other Virginia counties see major economic growth from sports tourism, with events and new venues boosting jobs, tax revenue, and visitors.
Out and About Best Places To Work 2025
Virginia’s top workplaces shined at a disco-themed awards night celebrating the 15th annual Best Places to Work in Virginia
KPMG enters U.S. legal market with Arizona launch
KPMG Law U.S. debuts in Arizona, marking a bold step into the legal industry and sparking debate about the future of law firm ownership and competition.
Trump’s tariffs echo Hoover-era economic missteps
Trump's 2025 tariffs trigger market turmoil, drawing comparisons to Hoover's Depression-era policies and warnings from economists and business leaders.
Chase City approves conversion of long-shuttered school
Chase City approves plan to convert the old Robert E. Lee Community Center into 25 apartments after a long debate and revised deal with a developer.