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01.10.25

We recently hosted Ted Sniffin, EVP of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, to meet with our team and community representatives. He plays a key role in Virginia's business development strategy and expansion of our state's economy.

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We're kicking off the new year by celebrating National Mentoring Month. Youths with mentors are significantly more likely to volunteer in their community or hold a leadership role with a school team or club.

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There's excitement across the region about the opening of the Hotel Petersburg. Check out this broader view from Virginia Mercury on the impact the hotel will have and how it fits in with the city's overall revitalization efforts.

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