The professional theater in Roanoke fell $239,000 short on ticket sales in 2022. CARES act funding helped get the theatre through, and it will feature all musicals in 2023, which generate more revenue.
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Youngkin proposes state study on whether UVA Wise should become a research university
Here’s what that might mean for the Southwest Virginia economy.
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Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter to speak at Virginia Tech; more . . .
Lynchburg schedules sessions about principal search at E.C. Glass. Virginia Tech names finance director for innovation campus. Alleghany Highlands names coaches for fall 2023. New River foundation taking scholarship applications.
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Birthplace of Country Music Museum awarded more than $1 million for expansion; more . . .
United Way of Southwest Virginia receives grant for $450,000. VCEDA awards grant to Clintwood builder. Elton John tribute band coming to Rocky Mount.
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Youngkin nixed Virginia bid for Ford battery plant because of Chinese concerns; more . . .
From elsewhere: Does election denier now oversee Roanoke elections? Roanoke schools planning for enrollment decline. South Boston to get an innovation lab.
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Most widespread snowfall of season arrives Friday, but only for Southwest Virginia west of Interstate 77
Upslope northwest flow over the mountains is expected to bring 1 to 3 inches of snow to the Southwest corner as a quick cold shot arrives for the weekend.
Posted inEconomy
White Mill renamed ‘Dan River Falls’ at groundbreaking ceremony
The historic riverfront building will go by a new name once the transformational project is completed.
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Most state announcements of projected new jobs don’t fully pan out, state study says
A JLARC study says only 26% of projects receiving state incentive grants lived up to their job creation goals.
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Salem Museum hosts Warm Springs Pools talk; more …
Two autism-focused nonprofits announce merger. Mountain Empire announces new scholarship for Wise County students. Cumberland Plateau outdoor recreation analysis unveiled.
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Caesar’s begins hiring for Danville casino; more . . .
From elsewhere: Byron, Newman bill would ban most abortions after 15 weeks. Martinsville abandons reversion bid. Fired Montgomery County superintendent to run for school board.
