APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN FOR VMDAEC 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
Fredericksburg, Va. — Each year, the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Education Scholarship Foundation awards $1,500 scholarships, in addition to other awards. The scholarships are open to high school seniors or those graduating from home school in 2026 who are entering their first semester at a post-secondary or trade school in […]
FUNDING AVAILABLE TO NONPROFITS THROUGH RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE’S THE POWER OF CHANGE
Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding from the Cooperative’s The Power of Change program. Through The Power of Change, REC members give voluntarily to support nonprofits that support those in need. In 2025, The Power of Change provided more than $237,000 to 71 nonprofits that provided services across […]
RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE OFFERS $20,000 IN STUDENT COLLEGE AND CAREER OR TECHNICAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2026
Seventeen students of families or guardians of member-owners can qualify for the scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year. Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is offering $20,000 in scholarships for students who are attending or will attend a college or career and technical school. The Community Scholarship program is part of REC’s continued […]
REC ANNOUNCES LOWER POWER COST ADJUSTMENT FOR 2026
Fredericksburg, Va. – Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has announced that the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) rate for its member-owners will be slightly lower in 2026. The adjustment is estimated to decrease the typical residential monthly bill by just under $1.00. “Every little bit helps,” said Casey Hollins, managing director – communications and public relations. “Rising […]
REC DONATED MORE THAN $19,000 TO AREA FOOD BANKS IN 2025
Fredericksburg, Va. – Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) responded to the increased food insecurity felt by many in our region this fall by donating $16,000 to non-profit food banks across its service territory in October and November. “These donations, which bring the total REC donated toward reducing food insecurity to more than $19,000 in 2025, are an […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Brings National Civics Bee to the Fredericksburg Region
Fredericksburg, VA —The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of the Fredericksburg Regional Civics Bee, bringing the 2026 National Civics Bee® to students across Planning District 16, including Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline, and the City of Fredericksburg. Presented locally by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with WorkForce […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Announces 2026 New Board of Directors Chair/Vice Chair and Board Members
FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Ginni Matern as the 2026 Chair of the Board. Ginni brings extensive leadership experience as the Owner and President of Matern Staffing in Spotsylvania, and we look forward to her continued service to our region’s business community. The Chamber would also like to […]
Right-to-Work Powers Virginia’s Jobs and Wage Growth
Independent study commissioned by the Virginia Chamber shows law supports economic prosperity across Commonwealth Richmond, Va. – A new report from Mangum Economics commissioned by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce finds that repealing Virginia’s Right-to-Work law would have long-term negative consequences for Virginia’s economy. The report examines the economic performance of Right-to-Work states compared to […]
Virginia Chamber Foundation Releases Statewide AI Landscape Assessment
New report finds up to 1.5 million Virginia jobs could be impacted by AI; identifies major opportunities for competitiveness, workforce readiness, and business growth Richmond, VA – January 6, 2026 – The Virginia Chamber Foundation today released its landmark Virginia AI Landscape Assessment, the most comprehensive study to date examining how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the Commonwealth’s workforce, business, and economic future. Prepared […]
December Government Affairs Spotlight
Governor Youngkin Releases Proposed Budgets On December 17, Governor Youngkin released his budget proposal for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, as well as amendments to the budget for the FY2025–FY2026 biennium (the caboose budget). While the both the new budget and the caboose budget are expected to be revised to reflect the priorities of Governor-elect Spanberger and the General Assembly, items of interest to the business community include: Economic Development $30 million in FY2027 and $20 million in FY2028 for the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program $35 million to complete design and perform site improvements for the planned inland port in Washington County Nearly $50 million total funding for custom and discretionary economic development incentive grant programs $50.6 million for the Virginia Growth […]
