UMW, City Work Together to Prevent Spread of Virus
Longtime partners, the University of Mary Washington and the City of Fredericksburg, have teamed up once again. This time, in an effort to slow the spread of coronavirus in the local community. When in-person classes resumed at UMW on Sept. 14, after a three-week delay prompted by the pandemic, the University enforced a strict “MMDC” […]
Disability Studies Course Gains Acceptance at UMW
One in four Americans lives with a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At the University of Mary Washington, it’s one in eight. “With those sorts of numbers, it’s mind-boggling [that] disability doesn’t have more automatic inclusion when people think about diversity,” said UMW Professor of English Chris Foss. As the […]
Boys Home of Virginia celebrates Mr. Donnie Wheatley’s 35 years of service
On Thursday, October 15th and Friday, October 16th, Boys Home of Virginia will host “Two Days of Giving” in honor of their executive director, Mr. Donnie Wheatley’s 35 years of service. Friends, family and supporters are encouraged to give Mr. Wheatley a call to congratulate him and make a pledge toward the $35,000.00 fundraising goal. […]
Leaders from Across the Commonwealth Gather Virtually to Discuss Transforming Virginia’s Economic Future Through Health Care Innovation
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the 10th Annual Virginia Health Care Conference, Virginia’s largest health care focused business conference, concluded. Members of the business community came together to discuss the future of health care in the Commonwealth and nation. The conference featured industry experts, physicians, and other health care professionals who addressed the challenges of […]
Averett University Renames its North Campus, Namesake of Mrs. E. Stuart James Grant
DANVILLE, Va. (Oct. 6, 2020) –Averett University today announced that it has renamed its North Campus to the Averett University E. Stuart James Grant North Campus. The Mount Cross Road campus is home to Averett Athletics. The E. Stuart James Grant Charitable Trust, established in 1992 and administered by American National Bank and Trust Co., […]
Mary Washington Makes Princeton Review’s 2021 ‘Best Colleges’ List
The University of Mary Washington is among the best in the country, according to Princeton Review’s The Best 386 Colleges guide. The 2021 edition of the rankings publication, released last month, lists UMW among the top 13 percent of the thousands of four-year colleges and universities throughout the nation. One of the longest-running and most well-respected guides […]
Virginia Chamber Releases Statement in Support of the Proposed Constitutional Amendments on the 2020 General Election Ballot in the Commonwealth
RICHMOND, VA – Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced its support for the two proposed Constitutional Amendments reflected on the 2020 General Election Ballot in the Commonwealth. Following this announcement, Barry DuVal, President & CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce released the following statement: “On the 2020 General Election Ballot, Virginians will have the […]
Shentel Gains 262 PALs in 74 Counties in CBRS Mid-Band Spectrum Auction
Spectrum Acquired Supports Shentel’s Launch of New High-Speed Internet Service: Beam EDINBURG, VA (October 1, 2020) – Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) (NASDAQ: SHEN), a leading provider of telecommunications and broadband services in Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Kentucky and Ohio, today announced they won a total of 262 PALs in 74 counties at the FCC’s CBRS […]
2020 Chambers of Commerce Election Center Now LIVE!
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the official launch of the 2020 Chambers of Commerce Election Center. The Chambers of Commerce Roundtable is a nonpartisan, issue education and election information organization made up of representatives from the state, local and regional chambers from all areas of the Commonwealth. The Chambers of Commerce […]
UNITED HEALTHCARE – THE PATH FORWARD TO A NEXT-GENERATION HEALTH SYSTEM
UnitedHealth Group is committed to leading in the development of a next-generation health system in a socially conscious way. A system that ensures every person has access to high-quality, affordable health care that meets their unique needs. We believe a next-generation health system should build on the strengths of the current system, enable public-private partnerships […]
