Rick Barker Properties (Sister Company to Supply Resources) Announces Acquisition of Former Brockway Glass Distribution Center
Rick Barker Properties, LLC Danville, Virginia Rick Barker Properties is pleased to announce the acquisition of the former Brockway Glass distribution center at 240 Factory Lane in Ringgold VA. Formerly occupied by Owens-Brockway Glass, eToys Direct, and most recently by IKEA, this 152,000 square foot distribution center represents the best leasable space in the warehouse […]
GlaxoSmithKline CEO calls coronavirus vaccine partnership with Sanofi an ‘unprecedented collaboration’
GlaxoSmithKline CEO Emma Walmsley on Tuesday told CNBC’s Jim Cramer that her company’s newly announced partnership with industry peer Sanofi is an “unprecedented collaboration” between competitors. The European pharmaceutical giants are combining their resources to develop a Covid-19 vaccine and aim to produce a batch within the next 20 months. “If we’re successful … we’re hoping to get to hundreds […]
UMW Professor’s Online Initiative Attracts Tens of Thousands
The University of Mary Washington is among countless educational institutions worldwide that have switched to virtual classes due to the coronavirus threat, or COVID-19. Suddenly, students are at home, and so are their teachers. The transition has been daunting for many professors, especially those who have never taught online. But one UMW faculty member saw […]
Copyright Issues With Livestreaming Worship Services During COVID-19 Pandemic
Authored by attorney Jane D. Tucker, jtucker@vanblacklaw.com; 757.446.8625 Religious organizations around the world are searching for ways to continue offering religious services in light of the COVID-19 prohibitions against physically gathering in places of worship. This is particularly true right now as people seek to worship during Easter, Passover, and Ramadan, all of which occur […]
A Message from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce: April 3, 2020
On April 22, Virginia General Assembly members are expected to return to Richmond for the 2020 Reconvened Session, otherwise known as “veto session.” Legislators will have the opportunity to take final action on bills the Governor amended or vetoed since the legislature adjourned in early March. There have not been any changes to the Reconvene […]
Averett University Announces Don Aungst as New CFO
Averett University is pleased to announce Don Aungst has been hired for the position of vice president & chief financial & operating officer. He started with the University this month. “After an exhaustive national search,” says Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks, “we found the absolute best person for this position. Don is unassuming and […]
MASSMUTUAL GREATER RICHMOND PROVIDING UNIQUE PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – When routine interaction with employees is changed, productivity and employee satisfaction can suffer. Add uncertainty and fear to daily life and this will compound the situation. The global COVID-19 pandemic will have to play out without any input from business owners, however, steps can be taken to mitigate the negative impacts the […]
Shentel Introduces a New Product Offering: 25 Mbps Flex Internet Service Package
This new pre-paid, contract-free, budget-friendly, fast Internet service allows customers more speed, flexibility and convenience EDINBURG, VA (March 30, 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 a new pre-paid Internet service, the 25 Mbps Flex […]
COVID-19 Update: What You Need To Know About Stay at Home Order (Executive Order 55)
On March 30, Governor Ralph Northam issued a Stay at Home Order (Executive Order 55) requiring all Virginians to stay home, with a few exceptions. Individuals are allowed to travel for essential services only, which includes going to the grocery store, picking up medication, caring for sick family members, and picking up items from restaurants and […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Weekly COVID-19 Update: March 27, 2020
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Weekly COVID-19 Update: March 27, 2020 A Message from Virginia Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Barry DuVal: The Virginia Chamber has developed a new weekly newsletter to ensure members of the business community stay informed and healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak. Shortly after the first cases of COVID-19 were identified in the […]
