Congressman Morgan Griffith announces $70k for economic development planning in 9th District
Read full article: Congressman Morgan Griffith announces $70k for economic development planning in 9th DistrictVirginia Congressman Morgan Griffith announced Wednesday that the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration awarded $70,000 to the West Piedmont Planning District Commission for economic development planning.
STS Group AG officially coming to Salem’s old GE plant
Read full article: STS Group AG officially coming to Salem’s old GE plantThe Old General Electric building in Salem has been claimed. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Thursday the 32 million dollar investment by STS Group AG, a global supplier of vehicle parts.
Roanoke’s State of the City Address: This year’s accomplishments and challenges
Read full article: Roanoke’s State of the City Address: This year’s accomplishments and challengesRoanoke Mayor Sherman Lea gave an update on the city's recent successes and challenges during Thursday's State of the City Address.
Danville wants your input on tourism in the area, extends survey deadline
Read full article: Danville wants your input on tourism in the area, extends survey deadlineOn Thursday, the Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism announced that they are extending the deadline for their 2022 Tourism Survey.
Lynchburg City Council approves over $700,000 in grants to redevelop neighborhoods
Read full article: Lynchburg City Council approves over $700,000 in grants to redevelop neighborhoodsThe annual grants are funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development for different projects, including public service activities and housing.
Roanoke mayoral candidate promises to pursue Evans Spring development if elected
Read full article: Roanoke mayoral candidate promises to pursue Evans Spring development if electedROANOKE, Va. There may still be hope for a project canceled earlier this year that was expected to bring 1,600 jobs to Roanoke. At a news conference Tuesday, Roanoke mayoral candidate David Bowers said if he is elected in November he will do everything he can to make the project happen. We need both a development on that Evans Spring site and one that is compatible to the next door neighborhood. This is not urban renewal, it is economic development. As we seek to repair any damage to our Black citizens due to urban renewal, lets have a plan.
Sen. Tim Kaine tours downtown Danville to better understand citys economic development needs
Read full article: Sen. Tim Kaine tours downtown Danville to better understand citys economic development needsDANVILLE, Va. Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine met with Danville city officials privately Monday to discuss current and future projects in the city. Sen. Tim Kaine (blue jacket) discusses renovation plans for the 500 block of Craghead St. with developer Rick Barker (light blue shirt). Danville Mayor Alonzo Jones said a big emphasis during the walking tour was on small businesses. How the small businesses are operating and the needs of small businesses, and hear from the small businesses. Kaine said another COVID relief bill will be a top priority for lawmakers when Congress reconvenes later this month.