Gov. Spanberger Announces Record Tourism in 2025
Governor Abigail Spanberger Announces Tourism Spending Hits Record $36.2 Billion in Virginia August 11, 2026 Virginia Welcomed a Record 46.6 Million Overnight Visitors as Travelers Spent $99 Million per Day, Saving the Average Virginia Household $1,020 in Taxes RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Virginia’s tourism industry continues to reach historic milestones, with visitors spending a record-high $36.2 billion in the Commonwealth. Visitor spending increased 3.1 percent, or
Governor 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
Prince 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
Winter 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
HPG Chamber joins City of Hopewell for Lobby Day at the Capitol
Chamber Board Member and Advocacy Chairperson Terelle Robinson and CEO Becky McDonough joined chamber members, Interim City Manager, Michael Rogers and City staff for 026 Hopewell Lobby Day hosted by the leaders of the City of Hopewell. The purpose was to visit with State Senators and Delegates to promote the City of Hopewell.
News 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
Lego 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
Harlan Construction Announces Opening of New Headquarters in Richmond’s Fulton Bottom
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHarlan Construction Announces Opening of New Headquarters in Richmond’s Fulton BottomCompany Maintains Strong Hopewell Roots with Continued Self-Perform Division Operations Richmond, VA — [December 4, 2025] — Harlan Construction, a leading industrial and commercial contractor in Central Virginia, is proud to announce the opening of its new corporate headquarters in the historic Fulton Bottom district of Richmond, Virginia. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s
2024 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
2024 Tourism Impact for Prince George County
Visitor Spending Reached $106.1Million in Prince George County in 2024~ Tourism generated $35.1 billion in visitor spending in Virginia, marking a nearly $2 billion increase over 2023. ~ Prince George County, VA– Visitor spending for Prince George County reached a $ .8% percent increase over 2023. Tourism-supported jobs in Prince George totaled 857 while local tourism-related taxes were $4.8 MillionAccording to the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), tourism in Virginia generated a record high $35.1
