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VIRGINIA PRIVATE COLLEGES CELEBRATES NON-PROFIT PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION EXCELLENCE IN NURSING

August 13th, 2024

Shenandoah University and Liberty University rank among the top five nursing programs in Virginia, according to RNCareers.org, which produces essential workers in the talent pipeline. RICHMOND, VA – August 13, 2024—The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia, Inc. (CICV) is proud to announce that two of its member institutions, Shenandoah University and Liberty University, have […]

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VIRGINIA PRIVATE COLLEGES ANNOUNCES NEW HIRES

August 13th, 2024

Two former chief financial officers and an award-winning television journalist join nonprofit private college’s Council staff RICHMOND, VA – August 9, 2024 – The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia, Inc. (CICV) continues to invest in top-tier talent to enhance our member services and better support Virginia’s Private Colleges. Over the past year, we’ve welcomed […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Announces New Midwifery Program

August 12th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (August 9, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare is thrilled to announce the launch of a new comprehensive midwifery program, the first of its size in the region. This innovative program will offer both inpatient and outpatient care, staffed by a dedicated team of seven highly skilled certified nurse midwives. This new midwifery program […]

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Stafford Hospital Achieves Prestigious Designation as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital

August 12th, 2024

Stafford, VA, (August 1, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare is proud to announce that Stafford Hospital has earned the designation as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by The Joint Commission. This esteemed recognition signifies the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality, timely care for stroke patients, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to serve […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Professionals Recognized as Fellows by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

August 7th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (August 7, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) proudly congratulates registered dietitians, Alice Bones Gonzalez and Whitney Christie on being recognized as Fellows by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. This prestigious designation acknowledges their unwavering dedication to the field of dietetics and celebrates […]

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Chase Hosted Back-To-School Event at Boushall Middle School

August 7th, 2024

Event included backpack and school supply giveaways, and a youth basketball game for students and their families Chase partnered with local youth organizations, GenSalve and Charged Up Entertainment to donate backpacks and host a back-to-school event. Richmond Chase Community Manager, Ricky Parker and Chase volunteers helped pack and distribute backpacks for kids and families from […]

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Boys Home Gifted $10,000 for Facilities Campaign from the Community Foundation of Acadiana and Grimes Family Fund

August 6th, 2024

In July, Boys Home received a $10,000 donation toward our facilities campaign. The donation was made by Clifton Forge native, John Grimes. His main objective with the gift was to honor the Boys Home mission and the staff who make it possible. In particular, he wanted to recognize Susie Keller, a current staff member. Boys […]

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Mary Washington Hospital Acquires New Ion Robotic Bronchoscope System for Earlier Detection of Lung Cancer

August 5th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (July 25, 2024) – Mary Washington Hospital (MWH) is proud to announce the acquisition of the state-of-the-art Ion Robotic Bronchoscope System, a groundbreaking technology that will revolutionize the early detection of lung cancer through a bronchoscopy. This innovative system will enable MWH to diagnose patients with unprecedented precision and efficiency.   “With the […]

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U.S. News & World Report Names Mary Washington Hospital Among Best Hospitals for 2024-2025

August 5th, 2024

Fredericksburg, VA, (July 16, 2024)– Mary Washington Hospital has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for 11 adult procedures and conditions including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, heart attack, heart failure, hip replacement, kidney failure, knee replacement, lung cancer surgery, pneumonia, prostate […]

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Virginia’s New Permitting Dashboard Solidifies Virginia’s Status as the Top State for Business

August 1st, 2024        Reeve T. Bull, Director of Virginia Office of Regulatory Management

Business thrives on transparency. Running a business requires careful planning, and it’s impossible to plan if good information isn’t readily available. One area that has traditionally been very non-transparent is the permitting process. Businesses require a wide variety of permits to operate, but permit applications often seem to sit in a black box for months […]

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