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Prince George County Economic Development Helps Campofrio Food Group Find Location
PG County Economic Development assisted Campofrio Food Group in locating a 143,790 SF, refrigerated facility in SouthPoint Business Park (8025 QUALITY DRIVE) from The Hollingsworth Companies. Campofrio, one of the largest companies in the processed meats sector, are well known for their European style meat products sold across Europe. They have recently enjoyed a very rapid growth in the United States for a company that before 2014 was primarily a European focused company.
Jan 13Holy Mackerel Small Batch Beers Moving Into Prince George County
Holy Mackerel Small Batch Beers, a beer maker based near Fort Lauderdale, is working on a brewpub concept at the former Dockside Restaurant at 700 Jordan Point Road. For more info, see this article in Richmond BizSense: https://richmondbizsense.com/2019/12/09/a-hopewell-brewery-boom/
Jan 10PG County Economic Development Applies for VHCD Grant
Prince George County Economic Development has applied for a grant with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development under its 2020 Virginia Telecommunications initiative Program to expand broadband within PG County.
Jan 09Tenant Wanted for Build-Out at 256 E Broadway in Downtown Hopewell, Virginia
Dino Lunsford of Lunsford Construction in Hopewell and Old Towne's Alibi in Petersburg has recently acquired a Spanish Revival building located at 256 E Broadway Ave in Downtown Hopewell, Virginia. Lunsford and his business partner, Cesare Evola (Cesare's and Antonio's in Chesterfield), are currently renovating the property to accommodate a retail or other suitable tenant to occupy the ground floor of the building. They are also converting the second floor into three apartments and expect them to be ready
Jan 09Hopewell Downtown Partnership Hiring New Director
After serving years as the Director of the Hopewell Downtown Partnership, a Virginia Main Street Program, Evan Kaufman has resigned. The organization and it's Board of Directors is currently looking to hire a new director. Anyone interested in applying should visit this link. Deadline for applications is January 15th.
Jun 11Freedman Point Pre-Leasing Units
From Hopewell City Government: WODA Workforce Housing Project, known as Freedman Point, is currently pre-leasing units and currently under construction. Freedman Point will feature 12 one-bedroom, 36 two-bedroom and 20 three-bedroom apartments with onsite parking. This $11 million development will offer 68 affordable family rental units and commercial space within Hopewell’s Downtown district.
Jun 11Local Company Offers Full-Time Positions to Certified Logistics Specialists
Employment Signing Day for Prince George County High School Graduates ~Local company offers full-time positions to certified logistics specialists Prince George, VA – Three 2019 graduates of Prince George County High School, offered full- time employment with Standard Motor Products, Inc., were honored at a “Signing Day” ceremony at the Hopewell/Prince George Chamber of Commerce, June 11, 2019. The students, who have also earned the Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) credential from the Community
Jun 10Two New Restaurants Open in Downtown Hopewell
From Hopewell City Government:The new Main Street Café, located right across from Hopewell City Hall is now open! Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner the café is located at 224 N Main Street and can be reached via phone (804) 352-5886. Stay tuned to the city’s social media and website for a date and time of their ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony. Pasta Diner is now open in Downtown Hopewell from 8am-8pm every day! This new diner is located at 220 E City Point Road (the former Stone’s Diner)
Jun 06Workforce Development Program gets Funding
From the City of Hopewell: City staff and Mayor Gore have been working with the Governor’s Workforce Development Team to seek funding for a summer youth workforce development program. This program received $300,000 in funding for the summer of 2019. The program will serve 60 youth (up to age 24) to provide on-the-job and soft skills training. This program will run from June 17th-August 16th, 2019 with youth working within several city departments. The youth involved in this program will work in their
Jun 05Francisco Landing Update
From Hopewell City Government Staff: W E Bowman, who are responsible for the Francisco Landing Development located on Appomattox Street, are currently in discussions with an Opportunity Zone Fund for further investment in their project. Opportunity Zones are a new incentive established by Congress in the Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017 to encourage long-term investments in low-income urban and rural communities nationwide. Hopewell has two designated Opportunity Zone tracts, one that encompasses Downtown and
Jun 05AdvanSix Expands Operations at Hopewell Plant
From the City of Hopewell: AdvanSix recently announced a $160,000,000 project for the Hopewell facility that not only provides a boost to our local economy, but also helps to provide long term security for Hopewell’s existing industry. The City of Hopewell, the Economic Development Authority of the City of Hopewell and AdvanSix announced that AdvanSix will be investing in growth and optimization initiatives at its Hopewell facility. In connection with the company’s continued investment and recent job
May 29Tourism to Petersburg National Battlefield creates $16.7 Million in Economic Benefits
Tourism to Petersburg National Battlefield creates $16.7 Million in Economic BenefitsReport shows visitor spending supports 184 jobs in local economy PETERSBURG, VA – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 204,322 visitors to Petersburg National Battlefield in 2018 spent $12 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 184 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $16.7 million. Nationally, national park visitor spending contributed $40
May 23Standard Motor Products Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Celebrates 100th Anniversary New York, N.Y., April 22, 2019- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (NYSE: SMP), an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, announced today that it is celebrating its 100-year anniversary. The company was founded by Elias Fife on April 19, 1919. During the early years of the aftermarket, Standard Motor Products was instrumental in helping earn the industry a reputation of quality and reliability, whether it was with early efforts from
Apr 26Paddy's Irish Pub Now Open in Downtown Hopewell
After what turned out to be not a very long wait at all, Padd'ys Irish Pub is open in Downtown Hopewell. On Saturday, April 20th 2019, representatives from the City of Hopewell, as well as the Hopewell/Prince George Chamber of Commerce and the Hopewell Downtown Partnership attended a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony for the new business. Owner, Stephanie Marzigliano, graciously posed for a photo wearing our CEO, Becky McDonough's ancient family good luck charm. Outside, 100 people eagerly stood
Apr 11Paddy's Irish Pub to Open in Downtown Hopewell
Paddy's Pub is the latest new business slated to open in Downtown Hopewell, Virginia. Owners Patrick and Stephanie Marzigliano have been hard at work over the last few months bringing this space to life. They recently held a friends and family gathering and by all accounts, the pub restoration is a beautiful work of art. After a few rumored false starts, it appears that the official grand opening and ribbon cutting will take place on saturday, April 20th at 10:30 AM. A sneak peak at the menu certainly peaks
Feb 08Longwood's Small Business Development Center Gives Haley's Honey a Boost
If you didn't know, Longwood University has a Small Business Development Center in Petersburg. Their mission is to help start ups and and small businesses navigate the often daunting task of getting off the ground. While making your product or rennovating a bulding can be fun, learning Quickbooks and the legal aspects of business ownership can be terrifying. Luckily, they're there to help. Check out this little write up they did on Hopewell's own Haley's Honey Meadery.Honey Meadery Looks to Hopeful Future
Feb 08More new businesses move into Downtown Hopewell
There are several new businesses that have opened in Downtown Hopewell in the last year. And, there are more to come, inlcuding an Escape Room, an Irish Pub, another Skrimp Shack franchize location, and the Lamb Center for the Arts and Healing got a grant to rennovate their building. Things are looking up!More info here
Sep 27Hopewell/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
