VCEDA Seed Capital Grant Approved for Southern Ridge Design LLC
NEWS RELEASE For IMMEDIATE Release CONTACT: Jonathan Belcher, 276-889-0381, jonathan@vceda.us WEBER CITY, VA – AUGUST 17, 2026 – High-quality products featuring custom laser engraving, printing and embroidery on a wide range of items is what Zachary and Marah Culbertson offer through Southern Ridge Design LLC, their new Scott County, VA business. Personalized gifts, home décor, apparel, […]
Mary Washington Hospital delivers 51 babies in one week, including four sets of twins
Fredericksburg, Va. (August 17, 2026) – The Women’s and Children’s Care Center at Mary Washington Hospital recently welcomed 51 babies in a single week, including four sets of twins, making it one of the busiest weeks for deliveries in the hospital’s recent history. The week stood out not only for the number of births but also […]
VCEDA Seed Capital Grant Approved for Seagull Seafood LLC
NEWS RELEASE For IMMEDIATE Release CONTACT: Jonathan Belcher, 276-889-0381, jonathan@vceda.us BLUEFIELD, VA – JULY 21, 2026 – A unique, coastal-inspired dining experience in a community-centered environment is what Ahmed Darwish set out to create when he opened Seagull Seafood LLC earlier this year in Bluefield, VA. X Seagull Seafood LLC is a recent recipient of a […]
Sentara hospitals receive national recognition for stroke care quality
Eleven hospitals earn American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® awards for commitment to life-saving care For the past eight years, Sentara Health has partnered with the American Heart Association (AHA) through the Get With The Guidelines® program, an initiative dedicated to improving patient outcomes by applying the latest evidence-based research, clinical guidelines, and performance measurement tools. […]
Eaton Power Solutions, LLC Approved for VCEDA Seed Capital Grant
NEWS RELEASE For IMMEDIATE Release CONTACT: Jonathan Belcher, 276-889-0381, jonathan@vceda.us HONAKER, VA – JULY 15, 2026 – Off-grid solar energy solutions for homes, businesses and remote infrastructure utilizing locally manufactured portable solar trailers is what Joshua Eaton’s new business, Eaton Power Solutions, LLC provides to those seeking an alternative energy source in the region. Eaton Power […]
Supporting small businesses with a new way to offer employee health insurance
Small businesses power our state’s economy, employing 1.6 million – or 46% – of Virginia employees. That’s why we must help small businesses stay competitive to keep our economy thriving. And we can help them control one of the rising costs threatening their budgets: quality healthcare benefits to attract and retain workers. In the U.S., […]
VCU Health Board of Directors elects Cantor as chair, extends contract for CEO Levy
Additionally, board members Fotini “Fay” Manolios will serve as vice chair, Joel Nied will serve as secretary and Randolph Reynolds, Jr. will serve as treasurer. Diana Cantor, current acting chair of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority Board of Directors, was elected to serve as chair of the board on Monday, July 13. Her term […]
EY US announces winners for the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Mid-Atlantic Award
Seven Virginia businesses have won Entrepreneur Of The Year awards from EY. These awards are now in their 41st year, and they’re one of the most prestigious honors in the world of entrepreneurship. This means seven VA businesses will now compete for the national honor, which will be announced this fall. The Virginia winners highlight the state’s […]
17th Annual Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study
The 17th Annual Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study delivers data-driven benchmarks and actionable insights for today’s government contractors. Based on survey responses from 917 government contractors, the report provides a real-world view of how organizations are operating in an increasingly competitive, policy-driven environment. This year’s findings highlight a defining challenge: contractors must move faster across […]
Virginia Chamber Statement: CNBC Rankings Reinforce the Need to Keep Virginia Competitive
Statement: CNBC Rankings Reinforce the Need to Keep Virginia Competitive RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — The Virginia Chamber of Commerce recognizes the release of CNBC’s America’s Top States for Business 2026 rankings, which placed Virginia No. 3, improving one position from its No. 4 ranking in 2025. The rankings once again highlight the Commonwealth’s many competitive advantages including infrastructure, technology and […]
