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Virginia Lawmakers Weigh in on Budget Woes

Officials in Virginia are bracing for the impact of the federal budget cuts that start trickling down. Lawmakers in the commonwealth disagree about what» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Revitalizing Cities

When the average tourist thinks about historic Virginia cities to visit, one of the most popular destinations is Colonial Williamsburg. » E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Jobs Created in the New River Valley

A huge, new, high tech greenhouse operation is coming to the New River Valley. It will mean jobs at the new facility and all along the supply chain.A» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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The Downside of Development

Every five years, Virginia requires cities and counties to update plans for development – how and where they’ll grow. Many communities assume growth is» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Restructuring Virginia's Tax System

In the last 20 years, Virginia’s manufacturing sector has declined by 46%. Given the fierce competition worldwide to attract businesses, state lawmakers» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Selling Virginia

Governor McDonnell heads out West this week … before flying to the Far East on a trade mission to China and Japan. A team of state economic development» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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The Future of Public Housing

The Chair of the Virginia Housing Commission says the future of public housing will be the panel’s primary focus for this year, as thousands of the» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Air Traffic Controllers Back to Work

Lawmakers in the region are divided over a measure to give more flexibility to the FAA while leaving strict spending requirements in place for other parts» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Bracing for Cutbacks

While other states with a high military presence brace for the effects of sequestration, Virginia leaders are preparing for a double whammy with the» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Sequestration Cuts Affecting Some Meals on Wheels Programs

Sequestration cuts are starting to affect some Meals on Wheels programs throughout the Commonwealth. The Local Area on Aging in Roanoke is losing $96,000» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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State Revenues Still a Concern for Lawmakers

State revenues improved a little last month following a dismal drop of 6.1% in March. The news reassured members of the House Appropriations Committee, who» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Consumer Sentiment Mixed Among Virginians

Roanoke College is out with a new poll detailing how Virginians view their financial situation and general business conditions now and in the future. It’s» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Online Tax Tangles

Revenue that Virginia officials were anticipating from online sales tax legislation in Congress is now in doubt. Recently the U-S Senate overwhelmingly» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Revitalizing Cities

When the average tourist thinks about historic Virginia cities to visit, one of the most popular destinations is Colonial Williamsburg. It’s not the only» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Va Tax Dept Debit Cards

Those debit cards that the Virginia Department of Taxation issued to taxpayers instead of checks are not going anywhere. In fact, as the tax season wraps» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Weldon Cooper Center Develops New Poverty Measure

A 1960s era poverty measurement is being replaced by one that more accurately reflects Virginians’ living standards and spending patterns. If you were» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Smithfield Foods to be Acquired by Chinese Company

Smithfield Foods is being sold to China’ s largest pork producer. Saying it’s a great day for American farmers, Smithfield Foods President and CEO Larry» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Selling Virginia

Governor McDonnell heads out West this week … before flying to the Far East on a trade mission to China and Japan. A team of state economic development» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Keeping VA's Food Banks Stocked for Summer

Hunger pangs may be a sign to raid the refrigerator, order carryout, heat up some leftovers, or head to your favorite restaurant. But thousands of Virginia» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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Jobs Created in the New River Valley

A huge, new, high tech greenhouse operation is coming to the New River Valley. It will mean jobs at the new facility and all along the supply chain.A» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us

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