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Danville Pittsylvania Chamber Launches Two Interest Meetings to Strengthen Regional Growth

September 8th, 2025

Danville, VA – The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce is calling on local business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders to be part of something bigger – two upcoming Chamber Interest Meetings designed to expand the region’s reach, influence, and opportunities for growth. The first meeting will be held Wednesday, September 24, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 […]

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SETH RAGOSTA ELECTED TO BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE VSB FAMILY LAW SECTION

September 8th, 2025

Seth J. Ragosta was recently elected as a Board of Governors Member of the Family Law Section of the Virginia State Bar. The section provides information regarding family law to the public through its website and its publications (including Children and Divorce, Marriage in Virginia, Divorce in Virginia, Spare the Child, and Financial Issues in […]

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AI Research and Real-World Impact Take Shape at UMW’s Center for AI and the Liberal Arts

September 8th, 2025

The University of Mary Washington has long been a leader in higher education adapted to a global digital environment. Now with the acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI), it has centered this work, bringing together faculty and students from communication and digital studies, computer science, humanities, social sciences, arts and other fields to explore AI’s applications […]

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Virginia Chamber Foundation and Atlantic Union Bank Celebrate Success of the Inaugural Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum

August 26th, 2025

Virginia Chamber Foundation and Atlantic Union Bank Celebrate Success of the Inaugural Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum U.S. Congresswomen Kiggans and McClellan Deliver Impactful Keynote Speeches RICHMOND, VA – August 26, 2025 – The Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with Atlantic Union Bank, proudly hosted nearly 300 people at the Inaugural Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum today […]

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Virginia Chamber of Commerce Appoints Keith Martin as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer

August 19th, 2025

RICHMOND, VA — August 19, 2025 — The Board of Directors of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce today announced the appointment of Keith Martin as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 2, 2025. He will serve in this capacity while the Board conducts a nationwide search for the organization’s next President and CEO. Martin […]

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Virginia Prepares for Fiscal Shifts Ahead

August 18th, 2025        Carter T. Whitelow, Ethan Betterton, Siarrah Pryor

The Senate Finance and Appropriations, House Appropriations, and House Finance Committees Governor Youngkin’s Fiscal Assessment  Governor Glenn Youngkin presented his assessment of Virginia’s fiscal position to the Joint Money Committee, identifying four key points about the Commonwealth’s financial standing:  Financial Position: Virginia has generated $10 billion in excess revenue through consecutive surpluses, with a $4.7 […]

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VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP CHANGE

August 12th, 2025

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced today that Cathie J. Vick has resigned as President and CEO of the Chamber to pursue other opportunities. The Chamber thanks Cathie for her service and wishes her the best in her future endeavors. Linda Stanley, Chair of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and […]

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RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE MARKS 10,000 BROADBAND INTERNET CONNECTIONS FOR MEMBERS

August 7th, 2025

Fredericksburg, Va. – REC has hit a major milestone in bringing high-speed broadband internet to its service area with 10,000 members now online. In just one year, REC has doubled the number of members benefitting from access to high-speed internet in their homes and businesses. The connections are a testament to the impact of REC’s […]

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UMW Makes Money’s 2025 ‘Best Colleges in America’ List

August 7th, 2025

The University of Mary Washington has been recognized by Money, earning a top spot on its 2025 list of the “Best Colleges in America.” Now in its 11th year, the annual ranking highlights more than 700 four-year institutions that deliver strong academics at an affordable cost and prepare students for success after graduation. Mary Washington […]

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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Class of 2026

August 7th, 2025

FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the Leadership Fredericksburg Class of 2026 fellows. The class meets monthly from September 2025 through May 2026, gathering at businesses and organizations across the Fredericksburg region. Throughout the program, participants will sharpen their leadership skills, connect with influential community leaders, and work in teams to […]

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