A coalition of business leaders wants state to commit to training workers for high-demand fields.
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2 years into drone project, Wing takes Christiansburg lessons to Texas
Google’s Wing drone delivery project announced today it’s expanding to Dallas. Here’s what how it’s worked out in Virginia.
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How the tobacco commission is paying off student loans
Some communities around the country are paying people to move there. The Tobacco Commission has a different approach for Southwest and Southside Virginia.
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Wise County graphene research company: “We’re ready to go commercial”
After three years, graphene research center now has a product.
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Meet the Roanoke doctor who will help shape Virginia’s cannabis policies
Dr. Cynthia Morrow is the only member of the Cannabis Public Health Advisory Council from west of Richmond.
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Meet the only cannabis board member west of Richmond
A Q&A with Bette Brand, who sits on Virginia’s new Cannabis Control Authority that will regulate legal marijuana.
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St. Paul puts its best foot forward for Northam, Appalachian leaders
Small town on Wise-Russell county line hosts summit of Appalachian leaders.
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Homestead to get $120 million makeover
It will be the largest rehabilitation tax credit project in the history of Virginia.
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Nearly 2,500 jobs announced in Wythe County
It’s being called the largest jobs announcement in Southwest Virginia in a generation.
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St. Paul prepares to show off its new hotel, outdoor economy to Appalachian leaders
This small town on the Wise-Russell line will host an Appalachian summit designed to showcase how it’s changed its economy.