Business
City of Roanoke Names New Director of Parks and Recreation
City of Roanoke Parks Manager Cindy McFall will move into the role of Director of Parks and Recreation on April 30—bringing 27 years of experience, nearly 20 of those...
Miss Virginia Opportunity Inc Announces New Leadership Team
The Miss Virginia Scholarship Program is now doing business as the Miss Virginia Opportunity, Inc....
Greater Roanoke & NRV SBDC Hosts “Sell to the Government Event”
The Greater Roanoke & NRV SBDC, the region’s premier resource for pro bono small business...
Jefferson Center Introduces New Senior Director of Development
Jefferson Center Foundation, a Roanoke-based nonprofit organization focused on community enrichment through the performing arts...
Pamplin Finance Advisory Board, VA Tech Students Talk Economics on Wall Street
So what do Hokies think of the current economy? The short answer: It depends on...
A Brief Look at The Importance of Having A Workplace First Aid Kit
There are numerous regulations that businesses must comply with concerning the workplace. Many of these are related to the treatment of employees, while others...
2024 Recreational Trails Program Grant Round Opens
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is now accepting applications for $1.9 million in Recreational Trails Program grants through May 7.The Recreational Trails Program,...
NFIB’s Optimism Index stays below 50-year average in February
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased in February to 89.4, marking the 26th consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. Twenty-three percent...
Obesity on The Rise in Virginia’s Most Vulnerable Populations—How Online Workshops Step in to Help
Obesity rates in Virginia are at an all-time high. Over two-thirds of people in the state are obese—and vulnerable populations are more at risk. African American,...
Virginia to Strengthen Child Labor Protections
In a landmark decision, the Virginia House of Delegates has overwhelmingly endorsed House Bill 100. The bill, sponsored by Delegate Holly Seibold, received an...
King Family Vineyards Wins 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup for the 2019 Meritage
Governor Glenn Youngkin awarded the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup® to King Family Vineyards for the 2019 Meritage - a blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot,...