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Thursday, July 09, 2026Governor Spanberger Announces Virginia Ranked #1 in Nation for Customized Workforce Training
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Governor Abigail Spanberger FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Office of the Governor CONTACT: press@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Economic Development Partnership CONTACT: pgreen@vedp.org Governor Spanberger Announces Virginia Ranked #1 in Nation for Customized Workforce Training The Virginia Talent Accelerator Program Earns Top Ranking from Business Facilities RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger announced today that
Wednesday, June 24, 2026ITAC Hosts Chamber Lunch
ITAC Hosts Largest Ever HPG Chamber Monthly Lunch The June Monthly Lunch hosted by ITAC in their training center, sponsored by Primis Bank featured a farewell from Dr. Joe Casey, retired Chesterfield County Administrator, and resource information on Primis, Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s new Virginia Intern Program, an preview of Emerson Companies historic tax credit project in downtown Hopewell, and a call to contribute to ITAC’s annual free advanced manufacturing & technology summer
Friday, May 22, 2026Prince George Economic Development Authority Announces Return of Micro-Business Grant Program
Prince George Economic Development Authority Announces Return of Micro-Business Grant ProgramPrince George County, VA - The Prince George County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is excited to announce applications for the 2026 EDA Micro-Business Grant Program will open on June 1, 2026. Small businesses located in Prince George County are encouraged to apply by submitting a completed application and supporting documentation to the Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Qualified applicants
Tuesday, January 27, 2026Winter Storm Preparedness & Potential $5,000 Support for Small Businesses
Winter Storm Preparedness & Potential $5,000 Support for Small Businesses The U.S. Chamber Foundation is encouraging small businesses to take preparedness steps now and learn about a program that may provide up to $5,000 in financial support following a disaster declaration. Winter Weather Risks to Business Operations Winter storms can disrupt small businesses in several ways, including:Power outagesDelivery and supply chain delaysStaffing challengesReduced customer trafficSafety concerns for
Monday, January 26, 2026PAMPLIN PARK ROUNDTABLE SPEAKER TO PRESENT ''THE BATTLE OF FRANKLIN''
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PAMPLIN PARK ROUNDTABLE SPEAKER TO PRESENT "THE BATTLE OF FRANKLIN" JANUARY 27, 2026 Petersburg, Va. – Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier welcomes Mr. Andrew Gallagher who will present on February 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Mr. Gallagher will share stories from his new book Twilight of the Confederacy: The Battle of Franklin. The Battle of Franklin, fought on November 30, 1864, in Tennessee, was a
Thursday, January 22, 2026News Release - 2026 Chamber Board
Hopewell/Prince George Chamber of CommerceAnnounces New President, Officers & Board MembersBrandon Butterworth tapped to lead H/PG Chamber as President Hopewell, Va. (Jan. 20, 2026) – The Hopewell/Prince George Chamber of Commerce (H/PG Chamber) is excited to announce that Brandon Butterworth, Head of School at West End Christian School in Hopewell, Va., has been elected President of the organization’s board of directors. He succeeds Kerrick Loyd, Production Manager at Smurfit Westrock, who had
Tuesday, December 09, 2025Lego Group to Establish Distribution Center in Prince George
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · May 8, 2025 CONTACTS: Office of the Governor Contact: Peter Finocchio Peter.Finocchio@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Economic Development Partnership Contact: Killeen Wells kwells@vedp.org The LEGO Group Email: media@lego.com Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces The LEGO Group to Establish Warehouse and Distribution Center in Prince George Global toy manufacturer will invest $366
Tuesday, December 02, 20252024 Tourism Impact for Hopewell
Visitor Spending Reached $50.7 Million in Hopewell in 2024~ Tourism generated $35.1 billion in visitor spending in Virginia, marking a nearly $2 billion increase over 2023. ~ Hopewell– Visitor spending for the City of Hopewell reached 50.7 million a 6.6% percent increase over 2023. Tourism-supported jobs in Hopewell totaled 511 while local tourism-related taxes were $2.7 million.According to the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), tourism in Virginia generated a record high $35.1 billion in visitor
Monday, October 27, 2025Local Advantage, Lasting Stability: Risk Management for Growing Founders
Every successful founder eventually learns that growth without risk management is like sailing without a rudder. You might move fast — but not always in the right direction.For business owners in Hopewell and Prince George County, risk isn’t an abstract idea; it’s embedded in every hiring choice, supplier contract, and strategic expansion. This guide helps you spot and structure risk before it costs you clarity, control, or capital. TL;DR What this is: A practical guide for founders who want to turn
Wednesday, September 24, 2025Beginner’s Roadmap to Home Services Entrepreneurship
Launching a home services business—whether in cleaning, landscaping, HVAC, plumbing, or similar trades—can be rewarding but requires clear planning. You’re not just offering a service; you’re building trust in people’s homes and lives. The right approach at the start can make all the difference in long-term success. Step 1: Define Your Niche and Audience Not all home service businesses are the same. Choose where you’ll specialize and define your target customers. For example: Cleaning Services:
