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Virginia’s economy expected to grow modestly by end of 2026, job losses still expected
1+ week, 2+ day ago (314+ words) A new report from the University of Virginia’s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service says Virginia’s economy is expected to grow modestly through the end of the year. However, job losses are also still expected. “It seems like we hit…...
Richmond Fed manufacturing index ticks up to 5 in July, missing forecasts by wide margin
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (421+ words) The Fifth District's composite manufacturing reading beat last month but fell well short of consensus, signaling a sector that's improving in slow motion The Richmond Federal Reserve’s composite manufacturing index for July 2026 came in at 5, up one point from June’s…...
Virginia’s new pay transparency law changes the rules for job postings
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1594+ words) Virginia job seekers now have a right to know what a position pays before applying online under a new state law aimed at giving workers more leverage in hiring and salary negotiations. The new law, which took effect July 1, requires…...
Editorial: Virginia’s forged its reputation for business through collaboration
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (543+ words) The business cable channel CNBC recently released its annual ranking of the “Best States for Business,” once again singing Virginia’s praises as it slotted the commonwealth in third place, behind only Ohio and North Carolina. That represents a slight improvement…...
Deadline to meet emissions limits looms for Chevron Richmond refinery
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (935+ words) RICHMOND — Chevron’s Richmond refinery is approaching a major pollution-rule deadline, while tens of millions of dollars tied to refinery violations are about to be steered into local air-quality and health projects. But days after environmental justice groups marched to the…...
Virginia bill to create paid leave program awaits action from Gov. Spanberger
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (376+ words) Va. (WSET) — A bill that would create a statewide paid family and medical leave program in Virginia is awaiting action from Gov. Abigail Spanberger, setting up a debate over worker protections and potential costs for businesses. The proposal would require…...
Virginia lawmakers push heat safety protections for workers
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (195+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — State representatives are considering legislation to protect Virginia workers from extreme heat as advocates emphasized the urgent need for workplace safety standards at a Monday press conference. Union members from Local 400 and policy leaders highlighted the critical need…...
New report finds Virginia workforce ‘especially exposed’ to AI impacts
8+ mon, 11+ hour ago (281+ words) CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A new report from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Foundation found that the Commonwealth’s workforce is “especially exposed” to the impacts of artificial intelligence. The Virginia AI Landscape Assessment, prepared by Economic Leadership LLC and supported by…...
Childcare access emerges as top issue for Virginia families and employers
8+ mon, 3+ day ago (328+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Childcare strains are spilling from homes into workplaces across the commonwealth, according recent survey results from the Virginia Early Childhood Foundation, The Virginia Chamber Foundation and the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. “We know that childcare is…...
Kentucky HBPA Members Now Eligible For Workers’ Comp Policy
11+ mon, 3+ day ago (201+ words) Jordan Blair has been waiting for such a breakthrough workers’ comp program for Kentucky trainers for years. To illustrate the savings, Blair said he would have saved approximately 30 percent annually... Jordan Blair has been waiting for such a breakthrough workers…...