Economy

RBW EV Cars will build electric Roadster and GT model cars in Southside, beginning in 2025.

Puckett Greenhouses in Patrick County will use its $200,000 to fund initiatives to retain and attract employees, including a bonus program and an effort to improve internal communication.

A spokesperson said only “a small number” of employees will relocate and the company will continue to employ approximately 270 people locally.

The average consumer will see their monthly power bill drop by $2.12.

Dozens of fuel tanks that were shut down in 2018 are spread across 140 acres in the Bedford County community of Montvale. Efforts to redevelop the land have so far stalled.

The cattle auction in Pittsylvania County, which sold 4,600 head last year, is held at a barn that was built with Tobacco Commission funding.

The hub will house an early childhood development center, as well as workforce training options and career simulations for students.

Over the last two years, customers of the electric utility have seen several increases to their monthly bill, which now averages about $173.

Norfolk Southern and CSX have gone to court to challenge a law meant to speed deploying internet across tracks. For now, broadband deployment continues.

Danville is part of a two-year project to increase and maintain its tree canopy, while also working to continue development and growth.