Mary Washington Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program Earns Accreditation by American Society of Health System Pharmacists
Fredericksburg, VA, October 16, 2025 – Mary Washington Hospital is proud to announce that its Postgraduate Year One Pharmacy Residency Program has been granted full accreditation by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, the sole accrediting body for pharmacy residency programs in the United States. Following a comprehensive survey conducted in March 2025, and a […]
Student Support and Counseling Services Rise in the Rankings at UMW
On a sunny autumn afternoon, University of Mary Washington students flock to a table on Campus Walk. While snacking on sandwiches and cookies donated by local businesses, they’re learning about UMW’s Talley Center for Counseling Services and contributing to an increasingly prevalent discussion about mental health on college campuses. “We’re young adults who are on […]
Bridging Military Service and the Workforce: How Universities and Corporations Can Successfully Build a Veteran Talent Pipeline
By Kathleen T. Jabs and Andrew B. Warren The Commonwealth of Virginia is consistently recognized as a top state for employment of veterans and their spouses. We can build on that acclaim by leading the nation in forming a stronger, smarter, and more inclusive military-to-workforce talent pipeline. These efforts are not simply good for corporate […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Legislative Award Recipients
Richmond, Virginia – November 6, 2025 – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce today announced its 2025 Legislative Awards, honoring members of the General Assembly whose leadership and policy efforts during the 2025 General Assembly session strengthened Virginia’s business and economic competitiveness. The Virginia Chamber looks forward to continuing to work with these legislators, and the […]
THE POWER OF CHANGE AWARDS $118,858 IN REC MEMBER-FUNDED GRANTS TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES ACROSS 22 COUNTIES
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is proud to announce that, through the generosity of its members, The Power of Change program has awarded $118,858 in funding to 33 nonprofits across its 22-county service area. The funding supports underserved populations through a diverse range of projects focused on food insecurity, housing and shelter assistance, health and education […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Hosts 2025 Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development
Chesapeake, VA – October 28, 2025 – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce convened its third annual Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development today at the Chesapeake Conference Center, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the critical role of infrastructure in driving the Commonwealth’s economic future. This year’s forum […]
Regionalism Matters – Energy Forum: Powering Our Region Together
Fredericksburg, VA October 28th, 2025 – Virginia’s energy future is at a pivotal moment. As the Commonwealth advances ambitious clean energy goals, leaders are faced with the challenge of achieving sustainability while protecting the reliability and affordability that drive economic growth. The Regionalism Matters Energy Forum: Powering Our Region Together will convene business leaders and […]
Governor Glenn Youngkin Provides Keynote Remarks at 7th Annual Veterans and Military Affairs Executive Forum
RICHMOND, VA – October 24, 2025 – Governor Glenn Youngkin joined nearly 500 business and military leaders yesterday at the Greater Richmond Convention Center for the 2025 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Executive Forum. Hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS), and the Virginia Veterans Services Foundation (VVSF), the event […]
Camp Rainbow Offers Healing and Hope to Children Coping with Loss
Fredericksburg, VA, October 23, 2025 – On Sunday, October 5, Mary Washington Grief Support Services hosted Camp Rainbow, a grief retreat for children, at Mott’s Run Reservoir in partnership with Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation. This special day camp welcomed 19 children, ages 5 to 12, who are navigating the grief of losing a parent, sibling, […]
VIRGINIA’S PRIVATE COLLEGES STRENGTHEN THE COMMONWEALTH’S WORKFORCE AND HUMAN CAPITAL, NEW CICV REPORT FINDS
Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia releases Phase II of its Economic Impact Study: “CICV’s Private Colleges and Universities’ Contribution to Virginia Human Capital.” RICHMOND, VA — The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), representing 28 nonprofit private colleges and universities, has released the second phase of its statewide economic impact analysis conducted by Mangum […]
