State Budget Includes $7 Million for Coalfields Expressway
NEWS RELEASE For IMMEDIATE Release CONTACT: Jonathan Belcher, 276-889-0381, jonathan@vceda.us LEBANON, VA – (JUNE 30, 2026) – Seven million in funding to continue construction on a connector segment of the Coalfields Expressway in Buchanan County, VA, was approved in the Virginia state budget finalized Monday in Richmond, VA. The Coalfields Expressway, designated as U.S. Rt. 121, […]
Virginia’s New Budget: What It Means for the Business Community
Following weeks of delay, on June 22 the Virginia General Assembly voted to approve a budget for the Commonwealth’s fiscal biennium beginning July 1, 2026. Governor Spanberger proposed 14 amendments following its passage by the General Assembly, all of which were accepted by the General Assembly. Because the legislature accepted the Governor’s proposed amendments, the […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Excellence in Education at 2026 Educator Excellence Brunch & Awards
FREDERICKSBURG, VA (June 23, 2026) – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce proudly honored outstanding educators from across the region during the 2026 Educator Appreciation Brunch & Awards held June 23rd, 2026 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. X The annual event recognizes the incredible teachers, educators, and administrators who are shaping the future through leadership, […]
FAIRFAX COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES GEORGE D. THOMAS AS NEXT PRESIDENT AND CEO
Global Business Executive and Innovation Leader Positioned to Accelerate Fairfax County’s Leadership in the Industries Shaping the Future Economy FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) Commission today announced the appointment of George D. Thomas as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, opening a new chapter of growth, innovation, and global […]
Kaiser Permanente names Emily Holliman president of Mid-Atlantic States region Holliman previously served as interim president of the market
OAKLAND, Calif. — Kaiser Permanente has appointed Emily Holliman as president of its Mid-Atlantic States market, effective immediately. Holliman has served as the region’s interim president since June 2025, leading efforts to provide high-quality, integrated health care and coverage to the organization’s nearly 750,000 members across 35 medical centers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. A […]
Mary Washington Healthcare’s Regional Cancer Center earns national re-accreditation from the American College of Surgeons for Breast Cancer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marketing & Communications 1340 Central Park Blvd., Suite 210 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Ph: 540.741.1412 Fax: 540.741.1511 www.mwhc.com Contact: Tamra Wheeler, Public Relations Coordinator, tamra.wheeler@mwhc.com Recognition highlights commitment to high-quality, comprehensive breast care FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (June 23, 2026) – Mary Washington Healthcare has earned re-accreditation from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), […]
What Virginia Employers Need to Know Before July 1
This year’s General Assembly session saw the passage of several major employment laws in the Commonwealth, many of which will go into effect on July 1, 2026. Read on for more information about the new laws Virginia employers need to know before July 1. Wage/Salary Ranges and Inquiries House Bill 636 and Senate Bill 215 create a new […]
Mary Washington Healthcare celebrates first residency graduates, expands physician training programs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marketing & Communications 1340 Central Park Blvd., Suite 210 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Ph: 540.741.1412 Fax: 540.741.1511 www.mwhc.com Contact: Tamra Wheeler, Public Relations Coordinator, tamra.wheeler@mwhc.com Mary Washington Healthcare celebrates first residency graduates, expands physician training programs Fredericksburg, Virginia (June 9, 2026) – Mary Washington Healthcare is celebrating a major milestone with the graduation of its first class […]
Virginia Chamber Names Hall as New President and CEO
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Brad N. Hall as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a national search. He will assume the position on June 29, 2026. Hall succeeds Keith Martin, who has served as Interim CEO since August of 2025. Keith will remain with the Chamber […]
