Alan Witt named Virginia Peninsula Chamber’s First Citizen for community leadership
Alan Witt, the dean of Christopher Newport University’s Luter School of Business, has been a major player in the Peninsula’s growth and success.
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Scientist-packed company with NASA expertise reopens Hampton office with plans to land more commercial work
Science Systems and Applications opened a new office near NASA Langley Research Center in the research campus at 100 Exploration Way in Hampton on Jan. 11.
How businesses can get involved in boosting career options for Hampton Roads high schoolers
Companies of all industries and sizes are being recruited. The main industry areas of focus are health care, hospitality, technology, manufacturing, transportation and construction.
Rocket Lab expansion at NASA Wallops includes manufacturing, launching new Neutron rocket
Run by Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, Wallops Island serves Virginia Spaceport Authority's Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport and private companies such as California-based Rocket Lab.
Hampton Roads concrete industry offers decent wages with on-site training for workers
Early on in his youth, Kyle Anderson knew a four-year college degree program was not for him. At the same time, he wanted a profession — not just a job.
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New restaurants and shops turning Newport News City Center into foodie hot spot
Chef Kenny Sloane opened two restaurants in Newport News City Center at Oyster Point and plans to bring Chef's Market, a food hall and marketplace, to the former Good Vibes...
Newport News Shipbuilding’s longest-working employee retires after more than 67 years
Henry Deese Jr. started working at the Newport News shipyard in 1956, starting at $1.44 an hour.
Bird Girl Bottle Shop to sell craft beer, wine and pizza in Newport News’ Hilton Village
In addition to a rotating menu of gourmet pizzas, the shop will sell craft beers and Virginia wines. They are open to customers’ suggestions.
Historic Boxwood Inn in Newport News reopens for events with new general store
Gina Palatini Newton bought the Colonial Revival-style house at 10 Elmhurst St. last year to create a wedding and party venue. Built in 1896 by businessman Simon Reid Curtis, it...
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Taste celebrates 50 years in Hampton Roads: A look back at the culinary staple’s history
Taste is celebrating five decades as a Hampton Roads culinary staple.