Virginia Tech’s proposal involved advances in shipping logistics, freight and vehicle transportation across supply chains.
Economy
When everyone is streaming music, how can a record store survive?
Bluegrass outlet County Sales, celebrating 50 years in Floyd, shifts to nonprofit
Questions about hospital reopening plan lead Stuart council to hold off on rezoning
Foresight Health initially had planned to reopen Patrick County’s hospital early this year but missed that target. The company hasn’t given local officials a new timeline, Stuart’s town manager said.
U.S. Supreme Court gives Mountain Valley Pipeline the OK to resume construction as 4th Circuit hears arguments
The Supreme Court’s decision Thursday to vacate stays of activity, which were issued earlier this month, came on the same day that attorneys appeared before appellate judges to debate whether environmental cases against the pipeline should be dismissed.
Mountain Valley Pipeline opponents ask U.S. Supreme Court to uphold construction stays
Tuesday’s court filings mean both proponents and opponents of the controversial natural gas pipeline have now made their voices heard to Chief Justice John Roberts. It’s not clear when he will next act on the case.
Danville bank firm agrees to acquisition by Richmond bank
If approved, the $417 million deal would create a combined company with nearly $24 billion in assets.
Lynchburg-based team prepares nuclear-focused tech hub proposal
With the potential for tens of millions of dollars at stake, a regional consortium hopes a new federal economic development program will boost the nuclear industry in the Hill City and Southwest Virginia.
Danville and Pittsylvania prepare for increases in tourism with new Visit SoSi brand
A locality without a tourism brand is going to fall behind, said Danville tourism manager Lisa Meriweather. Visit SoSi is meant to attract visitors, as well as change the perspective of current residents.
Regional groups oppose adding flights at Reagan National Airport
Advocates say adding daily flights would improve access to Washington, D.C., while boosting employment and lowering ticket prices. Opponents say it would increase congestion and delays, worsening service for Virginia’s regional airports.
Cannabis manufacturer to open growing facility in Alleghany County
Chicago-based Green Thumb Industries’ newest production site will help boost supply in Virginia’s medical marijuana market — and could position the company for further success if retail pot becomes legal.