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Strongwell-Chatfield Named a “Best Place to Work”

April 29th, 2025

BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the recognized leader in the manufacture of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites using the pultrusion process, is excited to announce that its Chatfield, Minnesota, location was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in Southeast Minnesota for 2025 in the large businesses category. The honor comes as part […]

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Statewide Awards Give UMW High Marks for Teacher Education

April 29th, 2025

When it comes to excellence in teaching, the University of Mary Washington was recently honored for A+ achievement by the Virginia Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators (VACTE). Three UMW College of Education members received awards for their exceptional efforts. Grace Sylvia, who is pursuing a Master of Education degree, took Outstanding Student in a […]

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UMW Provides Career Resources, Hosts May 15 Mini-Conference for Alumni and Federal Workers

April 29th, 2025

Whether it’s for a first job after college or a career change, the University of Mary Washington provides a range of resources and programs for taking the next step. With a ground-level network spanning the I-95 corridor – stretching from Fredericksburg through the nation’s capital in Washington, D.C., to the state capital in Richmond, Virginia […]

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Mary Washington Hospital Recognized by Healthgrades with Four Outpatient Orthopedic Achievements

April 29th, 2025

Fredericksburg, VA (April 17, 2025) – Mary Washington Hospital is proud to announce that it has achieved numerous accolades for outpatient care for orthopedics surgery from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital. Among MWH’s distinctions are two 2025 outpatient awards, which place the hospital in the top 10% nationwide […]

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One Million Hours of Volunteer Service Achieved by Mary Washington and Stafford Hospitals

April 29th, 2025

Fredericksburg, VA (April 16, 2025) – Mary Washington and Stafford Hospitals are thrilled to announce that their dedicated volunteers have collectively reached a remarkable milestone of one million hours of volunteer service as of April 2nd. This achievement was celebrated by recognizing the invaluable contributions of 286 active volunteers, including adults, college, and junior volunteers. […]

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Press Release: Virginia Ranked Ninth in Chief Executive Magazine’s 2025 CEO Survey of Best and Worst States for Business

April 28th, 2025

Virginia Ranked Ninth in Chief Executive Magazine’s 2025 CEO Survey of Best and Worst States for Business  RICHMOND, VA – Chief Executive magazine today announced that Virginia ranked ninth on its annual list of the Best and Worst States for Business, an improvement of three spots since last year and the first time the Commonwealth […]

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Press Release: Virginia Chamber Foundation Launches Blueprint Virginia 2035 Statewide Survey and Regional Tour to Shape the Commonwealth’s Future

April 16th, 2025

Virginia Chamber Foundation Launches Blueprint Virginia 2035 Statewide Survey and Regional Tour to Shape the Commonwealth’s Future  Comprehensive Survey and Regional Tour Released to Promote Statewide Representation for the Commonwealth’s Next Policy-Driven Strategic Plan  RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – The Virginia Chamber Foundation today launched a statewide survey to gather input for Blueprint Virginia 2035, the Commonwealth’s […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Recipient of Virginia Community College Systems 2025 Chancellor’s Award by Germanna Educational Foundation

April 15th, 2025

Fredericksburg, VA (April 15, 2025) – Mary Washington Healthcare is proud to announce its nomination for the prestigious 19th Annual Award for Leadership in Philanthropy by the Germanna Educational Foundation. This recognition underscores MWHC’s ongoing commitment to bridging education and healthcare, enhancing community health, and supporting student success at Germanna Community College. For many years, […]

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Averett University Announces Presidential Transition this Month

April 14th, 2025

Averett University President Rev. Dr. David Joyce today stepped down as the institution’s 15th president amid family medical matters. Current Averett Vice President for Student Engagement Dr. Venita Mitchell will serve as acting president as the Averett Board of Trustees continues an expedited search for the university’s next president. “It is with a heavy heart […]

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REC Celebrates Lineworker Appreciation Day

April 14th, 2025

Fredericksburg, Va. – April marks Lineworker Appreciation Month, and we’re taking time to recognize the dedicated lineworkers and crews who keep the power on—day in and day out, through all kinds of weather. At Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC), reliability is at the core of everything we do. Not only does the hard work of these employees ensure you […]

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