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Friday, October 09, 2020
The City of Hopewell is Excited to Announce the Opening of LRZ Legacy Scrubs Boutique!
The City of Hopewell is excited to welcome LRZ Legacy Scrubs Boutique to Cavalier Square! The business will be located at 333 Cavalier Square Hopewell, VA 23860. A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Friday, November 6th at 5:30pm. Raffles, giveaways, and light refreshments will be provided. LRZ Legacy Scrubs Boutique is owned by Lakeita Allen and will offer medical apparel and supplies. Allen is a Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia, with a bachelor's in business administration.
Friday, October 09, 2020HOPEWELL RECREATION AND PARKS RECEIVES STATEWIDE EXCELLENCE AWARDS
HOPEWELL, VA. Delegates from around the state gathered virtually this week at the 65th Annual Conference of the Virginia Recreation and Park Society. The conference provides an opportunity for recreation and park professionals to discuss areas of common interest, learn emerging trends in the industry, and acquire valuable professional development skills. Highlighting each year’s conference is a formal presentation of awards. This statewide program honors individuals, departments and organizations
Thursday, October 08, 2020PGCPS’ on-time graduation rate above 90 percent for fourth consecutive year
PRINCE GEORGE, Va. - Newly released data from the Virginia Department of Education has revealed Prince George County Public Schools’ on-time graduation rate rose to 93 percent in 2020, with more than nine out of ten students who entered the ninth grade during the 2016-2017 school year earning a diploma and graduating from high school within four years. On Sept. 30, State Superintendent of Public Instruction James Lane announced, despite the closure of schools due to COVID-19 in mid-March, 92.3
Thursday, October 08, 2020Prince George County Board of Supervisors approves solar energy facility at meeting
PRINCE GEORGE, Va -- A solar energy facility set to be located in the Blackwater Magisterial District was approved by the board of supervisors on Sept. 22 during a regular board meeting.Read the story from the Prince George Journal in full here: https://www.theprincegeorgejournal.com/news/bos-approves-solar-energy-facility-at-meeting/article_9bb06c06-04af-11eb-9f20-5ffe433349ae.html
Thursday, October 08, 2020Governor announces additional $30 million of CARES Act funding for broadband in the Commonwealth.
As many of you have seen, Governor Northam announcedan additional $30 million of CARES Act funding to improve connectivity in the Commonwealth. As the COVID-19 pandemic has made clear, Virginians need access to affordable, high-speed internet to succeed in today's virtual world. Please find attached the full program guidelines and application form, which can also be downloaded at - https://www.commonwealthconnect.virginia.gov/COVID-19.I want to highlight some items of note for the program: * Only
Wednesday, October 07, 2020The Appomattox Regional Library System (ARLS) Presents Community Input Survey.
The Appomattox Regional Library System (ARLS) Presents Community Input Survey. Hopewell, VA, 10/5/20- The Appomattox Regional Library System is looking for input from community residents like yourself for future planning. Please help us understand how we can continue to represent and serve the community by answering five quick questions. Your answers will be kept strictly confidential and no personal information will be shared with anyone outside of the Library. If you have any questions or would
Friday, October 02, 2020Designated Nature Trail Opens to General Public at James River National Wildlife Refuge
Designated Nature Trail Opens to the General Public at James National Wildlife Refuge The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is pleased to announce the opening of the Powell Creek Nature Trail at James River National Wildlife Refuge. During a small dedication ceremony on September 22nd, speakers highlighted the importance of native landscapes and connecting people with nature. Representatives in attendence included the Prince George County Board of Supervisors Chairman, Prince George Parks and Recreation
Tuesday, September 29, 2020Hopewell-Prince George United Way's 2020-2021 Campaign Begins
Hopewell-Prince George United Way's 2020-2021Campaign BeginsHopewell, VA. The Hopewell-Price George United Way Campaign began on Thursday, September 24th 2020. The City of Hopewell is happy to announce Herbert Bragg and Stacey English as the City's Chairpersons for the 2020-2021 Hopewell-Prince George United Way Campaign. This year, the City's goal is $15,200.00.The Hopewell-Prince George United Way has provided support to agencies and groups for almost 80 years in the City of Hopewell and Prince George
Tuesday, September 29, 2020Hopewell Extends CARES Small Business Recovery Grants
City of Hopewell Announces Expansion of COVID-19 Small Business Recovery ProgramHOPEWELL,VA-TheCityofHopewellisexcitedtoannouncetheexpansionof their 2020 COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Program. The City of Hopewell launched the original program on July 22, 2020 to support small businesses in Hopewell who have been affected by COVID-19. To date, approximately SO businesses have received funding through this program.Some of the eligibility criteria and maximum grant amounts have changed in this second round
Friday, September 11, 2020PGCPS to Receive $1.5 Million in Additional CARES Act Funding from Prince George County to Support School Division Needs
PGCPS to Receive $1.5 Million in Additional CARES Act Funding from Prince George County to Support School Division Needs PRINCE GEORGE, Va. - Prince George County Public Schools is due to receive approximately $1.5 million in additional Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding from the Prince George County Board of Supervisors to help support a wide range of the school division’s current needs, including technological and health-related spending. On Tuesday, September 8, 2020,
Friday, September 11, 2020Homicide Investigation Underway in the 1300 Block of Edward Bland Court
**Homicide Investigation Underway in the 1300 Block of Edward Bland Court** [Hopewell, VA] – On Thursday, September 10, 2020 at approximately 9:27 P.M., officers responded to the 1300 block of Edward Bland Court for shots fired and an individual who had been shot. Upon arrival, officers along with Emergency Medical Services located a single adult male victim inside the residence who had sustained life-threatening injuries. Medical treatment was rendered at the scene and the victim was transported to VCU
Friday, September 11, 2020Hopewell Receives Environmental Excellence Award
Hopewell, VA. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation recently announced recipients of the 2020 Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards. The Hopewell Riverwalk was recognized as a gold medal winner, the program's highest honor, along with five other gold medalists from across the state. The award program recognizes innovative projects that improve Virginia's environment in the categories of sustainability program, environmental project,
Tuesday, July 14, 2020Prince George County Launches CARES Act Program
For Immediate Release July 14, 2020 For further information contact: Percy C. Ashcraft – (804) 722-8600 Email: pashcraft@princegeorgecountyva.gov Prince George County launches Prince George CARES Small Business Grant ProgramPRINCE GEORGE, VA - At the direction of the Board of Supervisors, Prince George County, in partnership with the Prince George Industrial Development Authority, is launching the “Prince George CARES Small Business Grant” program to support small businesses negatively affected by
Thursday, July 09, 2020Colonial Heights leaves Petersburg Area Regional Tourism for Greater Richmond Regional Tourism
In a controversial move, Colonial Heights pulled out of Petersburg Area Regional Tourism (PART). PART is a Destination Marketing Organization funded by several localities, including Hopewell, Prince George County, Petersburg, and Dinwiddie County. On July 1st, Colonial Heights officially joined Richmond Regional Tourism, shifting their tourism dollars to that entity. This comes on the heals of Chesterfield County also pulling out of PART earlier this year. For more information, read this article from
Wednesday, June 17, 2020Hopewell Redevelopment & Housing Authority will deliver COVID-19 preventative kits to public housing
For Immediate Release Contact: Craig Wise 804-541-0392 ext. 121 Craig.Wise@hopewellrha.org Hopewell Redevelopment and Housing Authority will deliver COVID-19 preventative kits to public housing residents. HOPEWELL, VA, June 18, 2020 – Hopewell Redevelopment and Housing Authority (HRHA) will distribute COVID-19 preventative kits to 308 public housing families residing in three communities managed by the agency. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Monday, March 16, 2020Gordmans Ribbon Cutting Cancelled, Store Opening
New Gordmans Stores to Open as Planned; Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies Cancelled HOUSTON (March 16, 2020) – Gordmans today announced that it is moving forward as planned with its previously announced March 17th new store openings. However, to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and as part of an ongoing effort to comply with recommendations from state, local and national officials to keep its guests, associates, partners and facilities safe, the Company is cancelling its previously announced
Monday, March 02, 2020Governor Northam Announces Amazon to Launch Fulfillment Center in Prince George County
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Amazon will open a new fulfillment center for its Amazon Basics line in Prince George County. The company will lease the former 798,000-square-foot Ace Hardware Corporation facility, adding up to 150 new jobs to Amazon’s existing workforce of more than 10,000 full-time employees in the Commonwealth. “This investment expands Amazon’s footprint in Virginia and is a strong testament to our competitive business climate, prime East Coast location, and
Tuesday, November 12, 2019New ''Taco Joint'' coming to Downtown Hopewell
Roja, a taco restaurant by Meredith Dean, to open in Downtown HopewellHopewell, VA – A new taco restaurant will soon open in downtown Hopewell, adding to the mix of businesses helping to revitalize the historic downtown district.Roja, a concept by entrepreneur Meredith Dean, will serve a variety of specialty crafted tacos, beer, wine, and liquor, inside of a renovated 1950’s Valentine Diner once known as “The Little Chef.” Meredith is the current owner of Verde which operates out of Guncotton coffee and
Thursday, November 07, 2019Chamber Nominates Hopewell Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Melody Hackney, to Go Virginia Board
NEWS RELEASEFor Immediate Release: November 6, 2019Contact: Becky McDonough (804) 541-2461 becky@hpgchamber.orgDr. Melody Hackney Selected to Serve on the Region 4 Grow Capital Jobs Board of Directors Hopewell/Prince George, Va. – The Board of Directors appointed Dr. Melody Hackney, Superintendent of Hopewell Public Schools to serve on the Region 4 Board. The HPG Chamber nominated Dr. Hackney.“We are very pleased that our nominee, Dr. Hackney,
Thursday, September 27, 2018Hopewell/Prince George Futures Initiative Underway
Hopewell/Prince George Futures Initiative UnderwayHopewell/Prince George, Va. – In the fall of 2017 the H/PG Chamber Board of Directors determined a course of action in preparation for the 100th Anniversary of the Chamber’s incorporation September 2020. The Futures Initiative was formed. This team is working to ensure that the Chamber is on the right course. Incremental changes have been underway since 2017 which include granting our ex officio board members a vote. This change signals the importance of
Friday, June 15, 2018News Release: 6/14/2018
Come out for the 5th Annual Get Your Butts to Broadway on Saturday, June 30th from 5-9pm! This annual amateur pork butt competition will take place along E Broadway Avenue between Route 10 and Hopewell Street! Admission is free, but tasting tickets are $15 and include a sampling of each competitor's BBQ as well as a ballot to vote for the People's Choice Award! Voting for the People's Choice will end at 7pm, but tastings will be available until 8pm. Tickets are available
Wednesday, March 28, 2018Egg-cellent Events in Hopewell and Prince George, Virginia
Hoppin’ Happenings in Hopewell.http://hopewellva.gov/special-events/ This event is for all ages! Don’t miss the largest egg hunt in Hopewell! This event will feature a variety of activities including egg hunts, egg toss, group games, petting zoo, hay maze, crafts, face painting, inflatable obstacle course, and visits with the Easter Bunny! Concessions will be available for purchase. Egg hunts will be divided into age categories. Free parking is available on site. Saturday, March 31, NOON-3PM Held at
