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- Virginia’s energy needs can’t wait. Now is the time for nuclear power and clean gas.
The Virginia Clean Economy Act was passed into law by the Governor of Virginia. Its supporters celebrated this bold step towards a future free from carbon. The ink had barely dried before the realities and assumptions of the 21st Century began to overwhelm its assumptions. Virginia’s demand for energy has increased dramatically in just a […]
- Addiction treatment as an economic development strategy? Dickenson County, ravaged by substance abuse and overdose deaths, says yes
Developer Greg May was pulling out of the parking lot of a barbecue lunch he throws every year in Dickenson County when he heard a commotion and saw a large man running toward him, waving his arms and yelling. May stopped and rolled down the window. “Are you Greg May?” the man asked, and May […]
- Earle-Sears: Renewable energy isn’t as clean as people think
Virginia’s next governor will face an energy crisis. How she handles it may well define her term. The basic problem is that the demand for energy is rising — driven largely by the growth of data centers. The operator of the regional power grid, known as PJM, has already warned that under some scenarios we […]
- Former Martinsville city manager calls termination ‘retaliatory’ for EEOC complaint
Former Martinsville City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides called her recent firing retaliation for having filed a civil rights-related complaint a month prior. According to her statement, on July 2 Ferrell-Benavides’ attorney filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, citing several issues. The complaint alleges discrimination on the basis of gender, race and color. On
- York and Gloucester Counties to see Toll Removal thanks to Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that toll collection on the Route 17 George P. Coleman Bridge will cease on the evening of August 8, 2025.
- Amtrak Virginia ridership increased exponentially this year. But is future growth in jeopardy?
An Amtrak passenger train crosses the James River in Richmond. (Photo by Taber Bain/Flickr/Creative Commons License 2.0) Amtrak Virginia’s ridership numbers continue to show increases, according to the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority. Ending fiscal year 2025, more than 1.4 million passengers traveled on state supported rail service — an increase of 4.8% compared to the […]
- The state’s highest jobless rate is now in the New River Valley, not Northern Virginia
Most sports teams have one mascot. The Washington Nationals baseball team has four —caricatures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt who engage in the “Racing Presidents” contest between the top and bottom of the fourth inning at every home game. The Racing Presidents. Courtesy of Rudi Riet. From time to time, […]
- Virginia job picture is ammunition for local Democrats in the heat of elections
Arlington’s Democratic leadership at the state and federal levels has ammunition from new data that shows an increase of Virginia’s unemployment claims. Rep. Don Beyer, D-8, seized on the figures released by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics Friday. The data showed that Virginia had been the only state that recorded a statistically significant rise […]
- AstraZeneca will build its largest manufacturing facility ever in Virginia, creating hundreds jobs thanks to the Republican Governor
AstraZeneca, a pharmaceutical giant with a growing presence in Virginia’s life sciences industry, announced plans to build the largest drug-manufacturing facility in the entire world in Virginia. This will be the single largest investment in the history of the company. The U.K. biopharmaceutical firm said that the new facility would be a cornerstone in its […]
- Virginia takes steps to bring advanced nuclear reactor to Wise County
As Virginia wrestles with high energy demands and deadlines to switch to zero-carbon emission energy production, Gov. Glenn Youngkin last week announced funding to take the first steps towards building an advanced nuclear reactor in the southwest region of the state.
- The One Big Beautiful Bill is now law
Here’s what it means for you. Tax Provisions Significant Funding Provisions Significant Savings New Medicare Work Requirements Significant Benefits for America Economic Growth Potential: The tax cuts and business incentives are intended to stimulate economic growth, potentially increasing taxpayer income and reducing unemployment.
- IT contractor to invest $1M in Tysons headquarters
A company in the information technology sector that had received offers from Texas, Florida and West Virginia but chose to remain in Tysons despite receiving competing bids.
- Virginia doesn’t have statewide data center regulations. Localities are making their own rules.
Virginia is home to over a third of the data centers worldwide. These energy hungry facilities have brought business to the commonwealth, but communities are seeing the impact of the electricity and water usage hit their utility bills. Now, many localities are debating how to balance the opportunities and challenges data centers present, and grappling with how to regulate them.
- New Farm Cidery in Augusta County
Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Stone Ledge Cider will construct a new craft cider production facility and tasting room on the grounds of their 20-acre agritourism farm in Augusta County.
- In Support of the GOP Tax Bill and Silencer Deregulation
The Republican tax bill, including its provision to eliminate the $200 tax and registration requirements for firearm silencers, represents a practical approach to reducing government overreach while promoting individual freedoms and economic growth. Contrary to the criticisms from Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, this legislation prioritizes the needs of law-abiding citizens and offers signific
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Delta Star Inc. Expands Lynchburg Manufacturing Facility
For Immediate Release: April 17, 2025 Contacts: Office of the Governor:Peter Finocchio, Peter.
- AttainX to Expand Cybersecurity Operations in Fairfax County
Woman-owned technology contractor to invest $175,000, creating 32 new jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that AttainX, Inc., an SBA certified 8(a), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) and CMMI Level 3 certified federal contractor, will invest $175,000 to expand its operations in Fairfax County.
- Virginia’s budget surplus grows as revenues beat expectations due to Republican management
Virginia’s general fund revenues rose sharply in April, bucking signs of a national economic cooldown as the state continues to post steady long-time job growth and rake in more tax dollars than projected.
- Staff Cuts, Union Raises as Fairfax County Public Schools scrambles to balance budget
Fairfax County Public Schools staff will receive most, but not all, of their planned salary increases under a revised fiscal year 2026 budget proposal shared last week by Superintendent Michelle Reid.
- Lego plans massive distribution center for Prince George
The Danish toymaker has announced this week plans to build a warehouse and distribution facility worth $366 million in the Crosspointe Business Centre of Prince George County.
- Virginia’s Energy Future
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics American manufacturing jobs have dropped from an all-time high in 1979 of 19.6 million to 12.8 million in 2019. Since taking office on January 20th, President Trump has brought in almost 3 trillion dollars of investment into the future of the United States according to Investing.com. One of […]
- Gov. Youngkin: Intervene to protect Virginians from predatory debt collection practices
Here is the reality: Most Americans with cancer who report struggling to pay for medical expenses or navigating medical debt are insured.
- Suhas Subramanyam, blasts data centers while raking in the cash from tech companies that own them
He talks tough about big tech, but he’s betting on their servers.
- As demand for AI rises, so do power thirsty data centers
The next time you’re on a Zoom meeting or asking ChatGPT a question, picture this: The information zips instantaneously through a room of hot, humming servers, traveling hundreds, possibly thousands of miles, before it makes its way back to you in just a second or two.
- Northern Virginia leaders plead for state’s help amid federal job cuts
Northern Virginia leaders urged lawmakers on Tuesday to enact emergency legislation to help stabilize their local economy as the White House cuts federal jobs, which they said has sharply impacted the dense cluster of government employees and contractors based in the suburbs of the nation’s capital.
- Virginia Bans Artificial Dyes from our Food, Governor Glenn Youngkin
Governor Glenn Youngkin participates in a bill signing ceremony at the Patrick Henry Building,
- Trump appointee fires Freddie Mac CEO
Bill Pulte was quick to launch a cleaning campaign when he was confirmed as the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency on March 13. According to reports, Pulte terminated Freddie Mac‘s CEO Diana Reid on Thursday. The website of the government-backed Mortgage Financing Provider lists Freddie Mac’s President Michael Hutchins, as interim CEO. Reid’s […]
- Ommair Butt running for House of Delegates District 26
PRESS RELEASE from Ommair for VirginiaLoudoun County, Virginia – Ommair Butt, Republican candidate for Virginia State Delegate in the 26th District of Loudoun County, is committed to preserving the core values that make Loudoun a thriving and prosperous community. Focused on fiscal responsibility, economic growth, education reform, and public safety, Ommair aims to ensure Loudoun remains […]
- Youngkin defends federal job cuts, says Virginia’s economy is strong
Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Wednesday doubled down on the necessity of sweeping federal layoffs while attempting to reassure Virginians that the state’s economy is resilient.
- Petersburg Casino begin $1.4B construction
The Cordish Cos., based in Baltimore, and Virginia Beach developer Bruce Smith Enterprise broke the ground on Wednesday for the $1.4 billion Live! Casino & Hotel Resort Petersburg.
- Charles City County to get 500-acre campus for data center
Diode Ventures, a Kansas-based company, recently submitted plans to county Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors for rezone 515 acres approximately 20 miles east of Richmond in order to create a datacenter campus named Roxbury Technology Park.
- Bill to boost college opportunities for prisoners awaits Youngkin’s action
A bill to boost higher education opportunities for prisoners cleared Virginia’s legislature with bipartisan backing and could soon be signed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
- United behind Spanberger, Va.’s Democratic Party reminds voters of Republicans’ three-way primary
Monday marked the first day that Virginia’s gubernatorial candidates could deliver their collection of petition signatures to the state’s Board of Elections, which officially puts them on the ballot. With former congresswoman Abigail Spanberger as the Democratic nominee for governor, the Democratic Party of Virginia is reminding voters that Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, once the […]
- Governor Youngkin to laid-off federal workers: We’ll hire you
Among the thousands of federal workers who’ve been forced out or taken buyouts in the past month, surely some would be perfect fits for the many vacancies in Pennsylvania’s state government. That, at least, is the thinking of Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, who recently directed his state to not only offer aid to laid-off constituents, but […]
- Carroll County to gain 118 new jobs from a new indoor farming operation
Oasthouse Ventures of the U.K., a business development company that specializes in greenhouses with low carbon emissions, has invested $104.8 million in its first controlled environment agriculture facility in Carroll County. It plans to grow tomatoes in this operation. Gov. Glenn Youngkin, the governor of Virginia, announced on Friday that this project would create initially […]
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils "Virginia Has Jobs" Initiative: An Open Door to New Opportunities
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the launch of “Virginia Has Jobs”, a bold effort designed to further unleash the Commonwealth’s economic strength by connecting Virginia’s tremendous job opportunities with a robust and talented workforce.
- Grant Funding for Cumberland County
Grants will fund an agricultural economic development plan to address gaps in the rural economy and improve food access in Cumberland County
- Senate Republicans intend to introduce a law to enshrine the ‘right to work’ in Virginia constitution
Senate Republicans intend to introduce a law to enshrine the ‘right to work’ in Virginia constitution Senate Republicans announced Tuesday that they are attempting to amend the Virginia constitution in order to codify Virginia’s “right-towork” law. Virginia passed the law in 1947, which says that workers don’t have to pay dues for unions simply because […]
- Fairfax County weighs up options for Lorton landfill construction
The proposed location of a municipal waste processing facility in the I-95 landfill at Lorton, via Fairfax County
- Senate majority leader champions Tysons casino bill
A lobbying flyer shared with lawmakers in Virginia includes a rendering Comstock’s proposed casino development at Tysons.
- Winsome Earle Sears’ Op-Ed: Voters deserve honesty
By Lieutenant governor Winsome Earle Sears on December 16th 2024, in VaGovernor.
- Evaporative Technologies Company to Expand in Virginia
For Immediate Release: June 18, 2024 Contacts: Office of the Governor: Christian Martinez, Christian.
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces, “Keep Virginia Winning” Budget to Deliver on Critical Investments and Expand Tax Relief for Hardworking Virginians
- Duchess Dairy Expansion in Wythe County
Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced today that Duchess Dairy will invest approximately $895,000 to expand its dairy processing operations in Wythe County. The family-owned and operated dairy manufacturer plans to grow its operation by adding a production line of churned butter, in addition to its current line of premium bottled milk. “Growing small businesses in our […]
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Pre-Proposal and Application Dates for Food Access Grant Program
Grants support new and existing food retailers to improve food security in urban and rural food deserts RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the pre-proposal and application dates for the next round of Virginia Food Access Investment Fund (VFAIF) program grants.
- Carolina Structural Systems to Establish New Manufacturing Facility in Greensville County
Wood truss manufacturer to invest $5.5 million, creating 58 new jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Carolina Structural Systems, a manufacturer of custom wood trusses and other structural wood products, will invest $5.5 million to establish a new manufacturing facility in Greensville County. The company will construct a 40,000-square-foot facility in the […]
- Dominion reveals the true cost of data centers from pressure by the SCC
Ever since data centers started spreading across the Virginia landscape like an invasive pest, one important question has remained unanswered: How much does the industry’s insatiable demand for energy impact other utility customers?
- Virginia housing groups look to 2025 for legislative, funding solutions
The number of Virginians who are unhoused has been on the rise, according to various data sources. A report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development showed that in 2023, roughly 7.8 per 10,000 people in Virginia were experiencing homelessness. Recent point-in-time counts in the greater Richmond area showed an increase in unhoused citizens over the past year.
- Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Blue Catfish Processing Grant Award to Hampton Seafood Processor
Grant will increase Amory Seafood’s purchasing, processing, and sales of local wild-caught blue catfish RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Amory Seafood has been awarded $247,000 through the Governor’s Blue Catfish Processing, Flash Freezing, and Infrastructure Grant Program.
- Virginia announces more than $1.8 million in Industrial Revitalization Funds
Funding will support job creation and community revitalization through the renovation of derelict infrastructure Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced over $1.8 million in Industrial Revitalization Funds (IRF) for Rockbridge County and the towns of Pamplin and Tazewell. The three awarded projects will create over 25 jobs and leverage an additional $2.5 million in private investment. […]