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Goodwill Opens New Forest Road Store and Donation Center

March 18th, 2024

New Store Features Expanded Shopping and Donation Spaces and New Signage with Familiar Faces Lynchburg, Va. – Goodwill Industries of the Valleys opened a new store location at 19325 Forest Road in Lynchburg. The new Forest store features more than 12,000 square feet of shopping space along with a convenient, covered drop-off donation center. “We are excited […]

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Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement on Governor Youngkin’s Class Action Veto

March 14th, 2024

Today, Governor Youngkin vetoed Senate Bill 259 and House Bill 418, which would have created class action lawsuits in Virginia courts. The Chamber’s strategic plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030, emphasizes the importance of a strong legal climate in attracting new business, incentivizing business expansion, and promoting economic growth. If these bills were enacted into law, particularly […]

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REC President and CEO, John D. Hewa, Honored with Prestigious Diversity Champion Award

March 13th, 2024

Fredericksburg, Va.—Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) President and CEO, John D. Hewa, was recently recognized for making outstanding contributions to lead and promote diversity, equity and inclusion at the Cooperative. Hewa was honored with the Curtis Wynn Diversity Champion Award by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), which also recognized Betty Jo Kiesow, vice president […]

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REC Names Managing Director–Energy Solutions and Clean Energy

March 12th, 2024

Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has promoted Karan Patel to Managing Director–Energy Solutions and Clean Energy. In his new role, Patel will be pivotal in helping members save money by focusing on the integration and expansion of energy solutions and clean energy technologies. “The work that Patel and his team will undertake is […]

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Boys Home Inducts Mr. Donnie Wheatley into the 2024 Hall of Fame

March 11th, 2024

Boys Home of Virginia will host a special event on Friday, March 22 to induct Mr. Donnie Wheatley into the Boys Home Hall of Fame, Class of 2024. The Hall of Fame began in 1998 to celebrate outstanding contributions made to the Boys Home organization. It has been several years since the Hall of Fame […]

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Comcast Boosts Speeds for Millions of Xfinity Internet Customers

March 6th, 2024

Connect, Connect More, Fast and Prepaid Customers Get Faster Speeds at No Additional Cost  Introduces More Connectivity Options for ACP Participants Philadelphia – March 6, 2024 – Today, millions of Xfinity Internet customers are waking up to faster speeds at no additional cost. As the need for data increases in ever-connected households, Xfinity is ensuring […]

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DELTEK ANNOUNCES CEO SUCCESSION PLAN

March 5th, 2024

Bob Hughes named next Deltek President and CEO; Mike Corkery transitioning to full-time Roper Technologies operating Group Executive Herndon, VA – March 5, 2024 – Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, announced today that Bob Hughes will join Deltek as President and CEO to succeed Mike Corkery, Deltek’s current President and CEO. Mike […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Congratulates Rappahannock Area YMCA as the First Stroke Smart Organization in the Fredericksburg Region

March 5th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (March 5, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) extends congratulations the Rappahannock Area YMCA for their recent recognition as the first Stroke Smart Organization in the Fredericksburg region. This prestigious distinction highlights their unwavering commitment to raising awareness, educating staff and the community about stroke signs and symptoms, and ensuring the prompt activation […]

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SMITHFIELD COMMONWEALTH CLASH ABOUT MORE THAN JUST SPORTS

March 4th, 2024

                          With Brand’s Help, University of Virginia and Virginia Tech Fans Give Big to School Food Pantries SMITHFIELD, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 – This season, Smithfield Commonwealth Clash rivals, the University of Virginia and Virginia Tech, competed in more than just basketball. The […]

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Frank McMurrough Named the Newest Multifamily Regional Maintenance Director at The Breeden Company

March 4th, 2024

Virginia Beach, Va.—The Breeden Company, the nationally recognized Virginia Beach-based real estate development firm, today announced it has hired Frank McMurrough as a multifamily regional maintenance director. Frank brings over 20 years of maintenance experience to the organization. As a regional maintenance director for the multifamily division, Frank will oversee a total of 1130 units […]

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