Virginia community news

Richmond Faces Funding Crisis After Federal Grant Cancellation

News Summary Richmond, Virginia is reeling from the recent cancellation of a $12 million federal grant intended for crucial repairs…

2 months ago

Richmond Secures $6.8 Million for Zero-Fare Bus Program

News Summary Richmond's Greater Richmond Transit Company has received $6.8 million in funding to continue its zero-fare bus program for…

3 months ago

Richmond Welcomes New Billionaires to its Roster

News Summary Richmond, Virginia, is experiencing a significant uptick in wealth as it officially welcomes two new billionaires, bringing the…

3 months ago

Virginia Named 2024 State of the Year

News Summary Virginia has been awarded the title of '2024 State of the Year' by Business Facilities, highlighting its supportive…

3 months ago

Northern Virginia Housing Market Sees Significant Activity

News Summary March 2025 brought notable changes to the Northern Virginia housing market, featuring a 63.6% increase in homes for…

3 months ago

Northern Virginia Business Leaders Reflect Optimism and Face Challenges

News Summary As Northern Virginia enters the new year, business leaders express a strong sense of optimism, with 81% hopeful…

3 months ago

Visa Revocations Impacting International Students in Virginia

News Summary The Trump administration's recent visa revocations have affected at least 25 international students and three graduates from major…

3 months ago

Northern Virginia Science Center Construction Begins

News Summary Construction for the Northern Virginia Science Center has officially commenced in Sterling, Virginia, marking a significant milestone for…

3 months ago

Alexandria Faces Funding Cuts: A Closer Look at Virginia’s Research Institutions

News Summary Alexandria is experiencing significant concern over impending funding cuts to research institutions in Virginia. As federal budget reductions…

3 months ago

Transformative Urban Development Coming to Richmond

News Summary Richmond, Virginia, is set to undergo a major transformation as a historic office building at 801 East Main…

3 months ago