LESLEY A.Z. RIGNEY JOINS FLORA PETTIT IN ITS CHARLOTTESVILLE OFFICE
Flora Pettit is pleased to announce that Lesley A.Z. Rigney has joined the law firm as an attorney in its Charlottesville office. Lesley focuses her law practice in real estate, land use, community association, corporate, and business law. A native of Virginia, Lesley joins Flora Pettit with over a decade of legal experience in both […]
ELIZABETH ANDREWS APPOINTED TO HRSD COMMISSION
VIRGINIA BEACH – Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has appointed Elizabeth Andrews, of Williamsburg to serve on the HRSD Commission. This appointment follows the recent passing of HRSD’s respected Commissioner, Frederick N. Elofson, who served HRSD, its service area, and the Commonwealth of Virginia with distinction for 19 years. “We are profoundly saddened by the loss […]
UMW Rises to No. 8 in U.S. News Ranking of Top Public Liberal Arts Colleges
The University of Mary Washington continues to stand among the nation’s best, earning a Top 10 spot in the 2026 U.S News & World Report “Best Colleges” ranking released today. UMW tied for No. 8 on the prestigious list of Top Public Schools – National Liberal Arts Colleges, up one place from last year. In […]
STEPHEN N. SHASHY JOINS FLORA PETTIT IN ITS CHARLOTTESVILLE OFFICE
Flora Pettit is pleased to announce that Stephen N. Shashy has joined the law firm as an attorney in its Charlottesville office. Steve specializes in tax law, drawing on experience in both private practice and government service to represent individuals, businesses, trusts and estates, and non-profit organizations in tax controversies and advise them on questions […]
ITA International LLC – Recognized with Navy SBIR/STTR Transition Program Success Story
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Virginia Chamber Statement on Federal Government Shutdown
RICHMOND, VA – Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Interim President and Chief Executive Officer Keith Martin released the following statement on the federal government shutdown: “The Virginia Chamber of Commerce urges leaders in Washington to work together and find a bipartisan solution to end the current federal government shutdown. A shutdown will inflict immediate […]
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber TO HOST PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY CANDIDATE FORUMS
Forums Will Give Voters the Opportunity to Hear from Candidates [Danville, VA] – The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce will host a free event for the public featuring candidates running for Pittsylvania County Treasurer, Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors, and Pittsylvania County School Board. The format will feature five minutes of comments by each candidate […]
UMW to Host Debate for Virginia House of Delegates 65th District
The University of Mary Washington will host a public political debate between candidates for Virginia’s 65th District House of Delegates on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. Incumbent Joshua Cole (D) will face off against Sean Steinway (R) in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium. The debate is being hosted by Mary Washington’s Student Government Association […]
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce RESPONDS TO GROWING DEMAND FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Southside Class of 2026 [Danville, VA] – The Chamber has seen a significant increase in interest from its members for leadership development opportunities over the past several years. In response, the Chamber is proud to launch this year’s 34th Leadership Southside cohort, which will include 55 participants. Of these 55 participants, 21 are from […]
Power of Pink Breast Cancer Walk
WHO & WHEN: Lace up your sneakers and join the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation on Saturday, October 4 for the 2025 Power of Pink Breast Cancer Walk. This inspiring annual event raises funds for the Breast Cancer Fund, supporting patients and families in our community. WHAT & WHERE: Enjoy a scenic 2.2-mile walk along Cowan Boulevard, […]
