December Government Affairs Spotlight
Governor Youngkin Releases Proposed Budgets On December 17, Governor Youngkin released his budget proposal for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, as well as amendments to the budget for the FY2025–FY2026 biennium (the caboose budget). While the both the new budget and the caboose budget are expected to be revised to reflect the priorities of Governor-elect Spanberger and the General Assembly, items of interest to the business community include: Economic Development $30 million in FY2027 and $20 million in FY2028 for the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program $35 million to complete design and perform site improvements for the planned inland port in Washington County Nearly $50 million total funding for custom and discretionary economic development incentive grant programs $50.6 million for the Virginia Growth […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce forms Government Affairs Council to amplify business advocacy
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has announced the creation of the Government Affairs Council (GAC), a new initiative designed to enhance coordination, collaboration, and strategy among Virginia’s leading business advocates. The formation of the council follows feedback from Chamber members and partners who emphasized the importance of a more coordinated and strategic approach […]
YOUTH TOUR 2026: HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS, APPLY NOW FOR AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE IN OUR NATION’S CAPITAL
Fredericksburg, Va. — The 2026 Youth Tour is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to form connections with a select group of students from around the country and get a behind-the-scenes look at the Capitol. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026. High school juniors are encouraged to apply if their family receives electricity from Rappahannock Electric […]
Mary Washington Healthcare Advances Stroke Care Close to Home
New thrombectomy services offer lifesaving stroke care for the Fredericksburg region. FREDERICKSBURG, VA (December 8, 2025) — Mary Washington Healthcare proudly announces the advancement of neurological care at Mary Washington Hospital, with the Primary Stroke Center adding thrombectomy capabilities to treat strokes. […]
UMW Announces Master of Science in Nursing Degree Program
The University of Mary Washington will add a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, with enrollment beginning in 2026-27. The new program gained approval from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) at its October 2025 meeting and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) in November. It […]
Strongwell’s STRONGDEK Wins 2025 Architectural Products Product Innovation Award
BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the world’s leading pultruder of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, announced today that its STRONGDEK® architectural decking system has been recognized with a 2025 Product Innovation Award (PIA) by Architectural Products magazine. The annual PIA program honors product advancements that elevate design, performance, sustainability, and building efficiency. All submissions are […]
THIRTEEN FLORA PETTIT LAWYERS NAMED “LEGAL ELITE”
Flora Pettit proudly announces that thirteen of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 “Legal Elite” survey conducted annually by Virginia Business magazine. Statewide, only 4.9% or 1,605 lawyers of the approximately 32,631 active Virginia State Bar members were named this year. The honored lawyers and the expertise for which they were recognized are […]
Downtown Fredericksburg Holiday Open House Brings Cheer and Generosity to Mary Washington Healthcare
Fredericksburg, VA, (November 21, 2025) – A heartwarming highlight of Fredericksburg’s annual Holiday Open House was the Otter-ly Amazing Giveback initiative. Through a special “get one, give one” program, Fredericksburg Main Street sold plush otters. For every otter purchased, one was donated to Mary Washington Healthcare. Thanks to the community’s generosity, 150 otters will soon […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JOHN HEWA CALLS FOR STRONGER PARTNERSHIP AND LEADERSHIP ACTION TO PREPARE FOR OUR REGION’S ENERGY FUTURE
Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) President and CEO John Hewa gave the keynote address at the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Regionalism Matters Energy Forum on Nov. 12, 2025. More than 40 attended the breakfast event, representing business, government and community leaders from across the region. Hewa called on the leaders to partner on […]
Mary Washington Hospice’s Eighth Annual Light Up a Life Raises Over $31,000
Fredericksburg, VA, (November 11, 2025) – Mary Washington Hospice hosted its eighth annual Light Up a Life Illumination event on Thursday, November 6. This meaningful gathering allowed community members to purchase luminaries in their loved ones’ memory. More than 250 individuals were honored, with their names read aloud by the hospice team during an intimate […]
