News & Updates
Member News

UMW Professor’s Online Initiative Attracts Tens of Thousands

April 9th, 2020

The University of Mary Washington is among countless educational institutions worldwide that have switched to virtual classes due to the coronavirus threat, or COVID-19. Suddenly, students are at home, and so are their teachers. The transition has been daunting for many professors, especially those who have never taught online. But one UMW faculty member saw […]

Share
Member News

Copyright Issues With Livestreaming Worship Services During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 9th, 2020

Authored by attorney Jane D. Tucker, jtucker@vanblacklaw.com; 757.446.8625 Religious organizations around the world are searching for ways to continue offering religious services in light of the COVID-19 prohibitions against physically gathering in places of worship. This is particularly true right now as people seek to worship during Easter, Passover, and Ramadan, all of which occur […]

Share
Blog

A Message from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce: April 3, 2020

April 6th, 2020

On April 22, Virginia General Assembly members are expected to return to Richmond for the 2020 Reconvened Session, otherwise known as “veto session.” Legislators will have the opportunity to take final action on bills the Governor amended or vetoed since the legislature adjourned in early March. There have not been any changes to the Reconvene […]

Share
Member News

Averett University Announces Don Aungst as New CFO

April 2nd, 2020

Averett University is pleased to announce Don Aungst has been hired for the position of vice president & chief financial & operating officer. He started with the University this month. “After an exhaustive national search,” says Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks, “we found the absolute best person for this position. Don is unassuming and […]

Share
Member News

MASSMUTUAL GREATER RICHMOND PROVIDING UNIQUE PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

April 2nd, 2020

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – When routine interaction with employees is changed, productivity and employee satisfaction can suffer. Add uncertainty and fear to daily life and this will compound the situation. The global COVID-19 pandemic will have to play out without any input from business owners, however, steps can be taken to mitigate the negative impacts the […]

Share
Member News

Shentel Introduces a New Product Offering: 25 Mbps Flex Internet Service Package

March 31st, 2020

This new pre-paid, contract-free, budget-friendly, fast Internet service allows customers more speed, flexibility and convenience EDINBURG, VA (March 30, 2020) – Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) (NASDAQ: SHEN), a leading provider of telecommunications and broadband services in Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Kentucky and Ohio, today announced a new pre-paid Internet service, the 25 Mbps Flex […]

Share
Blog

COVID-19 Update: What You Need To Know About Stay at Home Order (Executive Order 55)

March 30th, 2020

On March 30, Governor Ralph Northam issued a Stay at Home Order (Executive Order 55) requiring all Virginians to stay home, with a few exceptions. Individuals are allowed to travel for essential services only, which includes going to the grocery store, picking up medication, caring for sick family members, and picking up items from restaurants and […]

Share
Blog

Virginia Chamber of Commerce Weekly COVID-19 Update: March 27, 2020

March 27th, 2020

 Virginia Chamber of Commerce Weekly COVID-19 Update:  March 27, 2020  A Message from Virginia Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Barry DuVal:  The Virginia Chamber has developed a new weekly newsletter to ensure members of the business community stay informed and healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak. Shortly after the first cases of COVID-19 were identified in the […]

Share
Member News

National Park Service to Temporarily Suspend Park Entrance Fees

March 25th, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: March 18, 2020 Contact: newsmedia@nps.gov National Park Service to Temporarily Suspend Park Entrance Fees  WASHINGTON – After careful consideration, Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt directed the National Park Service (NPS) to temporarily suspend the collection of all park entrance fees until further notice. “I’ve directed the National Park Service to waive entrance […]

Share
Member News

University of Mary Washington Postpones 2020 Giving Day

March 25th, 2020

The University of Mary Washington has postponed its fourth annual day of online fundraising, Mary Wash Giving Day, originally set to take place Thursday, March 19. In light of the unparalleled impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on UMW, the Fredericksburg community – and the nation, the University instead encourages its constituents to focus on each […]

Share