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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Hosts 4th Annual Intern Expo, Connecting Students with Local Businesses

February 11th, 2025

Fredericksburg, VA – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomed nearly 650 high school and college students from across the region for its 4th annual Intern Expo, “Oh the Places You’ll Go,” on Wednesday, February 6th. Students from King George, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford, and Fredericksburg, including those from homeschool and private schools, as well as […]

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RICHARD HOWARD-SMITH INDUCTED AS A FELLOW OF THE VIRGINIA LAW FOUNDATION CLASS OF 2025

February 11th, 2025

The law firm of Flora Pettit congratulates Richard Howard-Smith on his recent induction as a Fellow into the Virginia Law Foundation as one of the 26 members of its Class of 2025. This honor recognizes lawyers for leadership in their practices and communities, and their commitment and dedication to the highest ideals of the legal […]

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Strongwell Expands Utility Rep Agreement with NTS

February 11th, 2025

BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the recognized leader in the manufacture of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites utilizing the pultrusion process, is pleased to announce the expansion of its territory partnership with National Transformer Sales, Inc. (NTS). NTS, already a trusted manufacturer sales representative agency for several states in the southeastern United States, will now […]

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Acentra Health Welcomes Distinguished Public Sector Health Leaders Calder Lynch and Jami Snyder to its Healthcare Advisory Board; Appoints Julie Boughn as New Chair

February 6th, 2025

Industry experts join board of seasoned advisors offering strategic counsel on healthcare trends and policy for the company and its portfolio of state, federal, and commercial clients MCLEAN, Va – February 4, 2025 – Acentra Health, a technology and health solutions and services company dedicated to accelerating better outcomes for its government and commercial healthcare […]

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BrilliT Named Among Best Places to Work by Virginia Business

February 5th, 2025

Fredericksburg, Va. — Virginia Business has named BrilliT, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC), as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Virginia. The awards are held in partnership with Best Companies Group. BrilliT, a provider of cutting-edge IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics services, not only supports REC but also serves […]

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Strongwell Expands Utility Rep Agreement with ELUS

February 4th, 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 the expansion of its rep relationship with ELUS Company. ELUS, already serving the utility markets in Kentucky, western Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and West Virginia, will now also represent Strongwell’s products in […]

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Zachary Hicks Promoted to Director of Member Services and Community Relations at REC

February 4th, 2025

Fredericksburg, Va. – Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Zachary Hicks to Director of Member Services and Community Relations for the Northern Region, based out of the Front Royal office. In his new role, Hicks will oversee Member Services and field operations while serving as a key link between REC […]

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Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Presents Patriot Awards to Four Mary Washington Hospital Associates

February 4th, 2025

Fredericksburg, VA (January 30, 2025) – Today, Mary Washington Hospital proudly announces the recognition of Nancy Young, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse Manager; Wendy Brown, NICU Assistant Nurse Manager; Joshua Attridge, MD; and Arslan Arshad, MD, who were presented the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award by the National Guard. […]

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The Virginia Chamber of Commerce Names Cathie J. Vick as Incoming President and Chief Executive Officer

January 28th, 2025

RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce (“Virginia Chamber”) today announced the appointment of Cathie J. Vick as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a national search. She will assume her position on April 1, 2025, succeeding Barry DuVal, who has served as the leader of the Virginia Chamber since 2010. The Board […]

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