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…...

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…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (376+ words) Indiana-based metal fabricator J.M. Hutton & Co. plans a $6.25 million expansion in Richmond that is expected to create up to 37 jobs by the end of 2029. According to a community announcement, the investment will add a truck cab production line and expand manufacturing…...

2+ mon, 6+ day ago   (119+ words) Still sticky with scattered storms for some.. Thousands come out for the 2025 Kentucky State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. (WDRB image) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Hiring is underway for this year's Kentucky State Fair. Positions include gate attendants, set-up crew, maintenance, guest…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (573+ words) The Virginia Beach-based foundation services company, founded 10 years ago, plans to hire 5,000 more employees — including nearly 1,000 in leadership roles — over the next five years. Groundworks founder and executive chairman Matt Malone said the industry is going to need to bring…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (512+ words) The gradual increase in unemployment to begin this year coincides with a decreasing labor force, driven by cuts in federal government employment and fewer jobs in professional and business services, which often reflect changes in federal jobs and contract spending....

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (400+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — University of Kentucky seniors are facing a challenging job market as graduation approaches in one month. The economic challenges experienced across the country are landing on the doorstep of off-campus apartments and homes near the university. Nicole…...

5+ mon, 19+ hour ago   (559+ words) Horse racing’s premier event could be a catalyst for Churchill Downs stock. Investors don’t need to wait for the “Run for the Roses” to get involved with this gaming name. It's a value idea with much more to it than…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago   (398+ words) Jack Jacobs April 3, 2026 0 A national packaging manufacturer is planning to shutter its plant in Richmond. Packaging Corp. of America notified the state this week that it will close its facility at 2000 Richmond Highway and lay off its 110 employees. The local…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago   (186+ words) Gas prices continue to rise nationally and in the commonwealth amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. USA TODAY reported Israel bombed Iran’s massive Pars natural gas field Wednesday, March 18, causing oil prices to jump. Tehran retaliated with strikes on…...