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UMW Community Donates a Record-Breaking $1.33 Million on Mary Wash

June 10th, 2025

When Eagles come together, truly amazing things happen. The entire University of Mary Washington community recently demonstrated that, rallying to raise over $1.33 million on Mary Wash Day to support students, faculty and programs. A total of 2,565 donors helped crush participation goals, making 3,654 gifts during the 24-hour celebration of philanthropy and engagement, held April 2-3 from noon to noon. […]

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Press Release: The Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Announces 2025-2026 Officers and Board Members

June 6th, 2025

THE VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVES ANNOUNCES 2025-2026 OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERS The Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (VACCE) is pleased to announce its 2025-2026 Officers and Board of Directors. The VACCE Officers / Executive Committee members are: Chair – Tracy Hale Clark, Louisa County Chamber of Commerce Chair-Elect – Courtney Thompson, […]

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Press Release: 2025 Healthcare Conference Gathered Leaders to Shape Virginia’s Health Future

June 6th, 2025

2025 Healthcare Conference Gathered Leaders to Shape Virginia’s Health Future RICHMOND, VA – Yesterday, the Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA), hosted the 15th Annual Virginia Healthcare Conference at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. This year’s event, themed “Creating a Blueprint for the Future of Virginia’s Health,” brought […]

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Learn More From our 2025 Virginia Healthcare Conference Sponsors

June 4th, 2025

Below, please find a resource library for additional materials from our 2025 Virginia Healthcare Conference: Genentech Genentech Video: LINK HERE Johns Hopkins Medicine Johns Hopkins Care in Arlington, Virginia: LINK HERE PhRMA PhRMA MAT One-Pager: LINK HERE Virginia Rural Health Association Rural Health Voice Conference Save the Date: LINK HERE

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SVN Commercial Specialists in Winchester, VA is excited to welcome John Fox as a Commercial Real Estate Advisor

May 28th, 2025

SVN Commercial Specialists in Winchester, VA is excited to welcome John Fox as a Commercial Real Estate Advisor. He brings a wealth of experience as a business owner, manager, and investor to his new role. John and his wife, Ann, are the proud owners of Fox Urban Farms located in Winchester. He has served as […]

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Cathcart Group, A Virginia-based real estate developer, construction general contractor, and property management company, announces pre-leasing of luxury apartments in Harrisonburg

May 22nd, 2025

The Wentworth New 271 Unit Luxury Apartment Community, Harrisonburg, Virginia Now Pre-Leasing – Projected Opening Date: July 15th, 2025 HARRISONBURG, VA – The Cathcart Group, a Charlottesville, Virginia-based real estate developer, construction general contractor, and property management company, is pleased to announce that The Wentworth—its newest luxury apartment community in the heart of the expanding […]

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Benchmark Your Business to Confidently Navigate 2025

May 22nd, 2025

The 2025 Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Report is now available! Informed by nearly 900 contractors, the Clarity report is the essential guide you need to stay ahead of the curve in the GovCon industry. Download your free copy today to see how your firm compares to your peers and confidently navigate an evolving market. 

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Comcast Expanding State-of-the-Art Network to More Than 4,500 Homes and Businesses in the Town of Bedford, VA

May 22nd, 2025

Comcast today announced the start of construction to connect more than 4,500 homes and businesses in the Town of Bedford, VA to reliable, high-speed, symmetrical Internet. This network expansion will enhance digital infrastructure, promote economic growth, and position residents and local businesses for success in an increasingly digital world. The project brings Internet, mobile, entertainment, […]

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Governor Youngkin Finalizes 2025 Legislative Actions: What Virginia’s Business Community Needs to Know

May 16th, 2025        Ethan Betterton, Director of Policy Research and Coalition Partnerships, Virginia Chamber of Commerce

Bills signed by the Governor on May 2 of interest to the business community include:  HB 1730 (Delaney) and SB 894 (Perry/Obenshain) create a new legal standard that could employers liable for injury or death of a “vulnerable victim” that resulted from the criminal conduct of an employee. As defined in the bill, a “vulnerable […]

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Lineworker Rodeo Set for This Weekend — And You’re Invited!

May 15th, 2025

Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) lineworkers perform critical, often dangerous work behind the scenes—ensuring the power stays on when we need it most. This weekend, along with lineworkers from up and down the East Coast, REC’s crews will step into the spotlight at the annual Gaff-n-Go Rodeo. The competition demonstrates REC’s commitment to […]

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