The CEO of IperionX discusses the titanium recycling process and the company’s investment in Halifax County. The titanium manufacturer is projected to bring 108 jobs to the area.
Grace Mamon
Grace Mamon is a reporter for Cardinal News. Reach her at grace@cardinalnews.org.
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Pharmaceutical engineering and manufacturing firm expands in Danville
The local company is investing $6.1 million and creating 34 jobs with an expansion.
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Pittsylvania County’s unique approach to solving broadband challenges
The largest county in the state is partnering with a network provider for a $75 million project that will bring broadband to about 12,000 homes.
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New Tobacco Commission executive director wants to bring more energy projects to Southwest and Southside Virginia
James Campos, the Tobacco Commission’s new executive director, has a background in energy. He told Cardinal about his goals for this role, his plans to familiarize himself with the region, and more.
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Ford denies claims that it had chosen Pittsylvania County site before Youngkin nixed deal
Ford Motor Company called reporting that Virginia had been selected for a battery plant “inaccurate.” Meanwhile, Democrats and Republicans in the General Assembly spar over the governor’s move.
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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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‘A reimagining steeped in history’: White Mill project breaks ground in Danville
Construction has begun on the project that will turn the vacant former Dan River Mills site into a mixed-use property with retail, commercial and residential purposes.
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Tobacco Commission has new acting executive director
James Campos previously worked in the Energy Department during the Trump administration.
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The Launch Place in Danville is one of the top angel investors in the Southeast U.S.
The Launch Place started as a business consulting service, but lack of funding resources for startups inspired a rebranding to provide financial support for Dan River entrepreneurs.
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Del. Williams found not guilty in assault case brought by Del. March
After a trial in Wythe County, the judge said the prosecution “fell short” in proving the contact between the two legislators was intentional.