After the COVID-19 pandemic sparked product shortages, the manufacturing consulting group now is part of a national mission to strengthen domestic supply chains.
Economy
Danville Casino brings in almost $12 million in revenue in first 2 weeks of operation
The city of Danville will use the $715,000 in tax revenue that it received for the month of May for a variety of initiatives.
Lee County properties linked to West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice to be auctioned for unpaid taxes
A company tied to the family of West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice owes more than $160,000 in delinquent taxes and other costs on more than 2,200 acres. The 31 parcels will be sold at auction on Friday.
Fireworks maker to expand into Pulaski County
Fireworks by Grucci and Pyrotechnique by Grucci will invest $5.5 million and create 45 new jobs.
The next generation of funeral directors prepares for change
The median age of a funeral service worker in Virginia is 55. As demand for funeral directors continues to increase, younger people are finding their place in the business.
Coal community leaders from 10 states visit Southwest Virginia to learn from energy projects
The visitors, all members of the Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities initiative, were looking for ways to revitalize and diversify their own local economies.
Carilion considers drones for deliveries to patients and health providers
The Roanoke-based health system is testing a drone delivery service that would ship products above the city instead of through it.
Pittsylvania planning commission recommends approval for 1,900-unit housing project
Thirteen residents spoke out against the 614-acre master-planned community project at the meeting, citing concerns over traffic, public safety and the loss of agricultural land. The county board of supervisors will vote on the required zoning change in July.
Trademark infringement case forces Rocky Mount’s “Buddy’s BBQ” to change its name
A Tennessee restaurant chain has the same name, so Buddy’s BBQ in Franklin County is holding a contest to pick a new name.
Virginia Tech researchers close to developing biodegradable material to reduce medical waste
A Virginia Tech researcher is partnering with a Charlottesville company to create materials that could replace some medical plastics.