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Cidery Expansion in Virginia: New Jobs in City of Richmond

February 18, 2016

RICHMOND - Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today that Blue Bee Cider, LLC will relocate and expand its cidery in the City of Richmond. The company will invest more than $1 million to renovate the historic city stables property in Scott's Addition and triple production of its award-winning hard cider, creating four new jobs. In addition, Blue Bee Cider will purchase more than … [Read more...] about Cidery Expansion in Virginia: New Jobs in City of Richmond

What’s New in Sports in Virginia for 2016

February 5, 2016

RICHMOND - Athletes take note of Virginia's new and updated sports venues and events in 2016. From the Virginia Commonwealth Games at Liberty University in Lynchburg to the USA Ultimate Beach Championships in Virginia Beach to many new sporting complexes being built throughout the state, Virginia has much to offer competitors and spectators this year.  Below are some … [Read more...] about What’s New in Sports in Virginia for 2016

Multiple Virginia Hotels Included in 2016 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotel Rankings

January 29, 2016

RICHMOND - Multiple Virginia hotels have been included in the 2016 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotel rankings. Two properties -- The Inn at Little Washington and Primland Resort --were named as the best hotels in the United States. "The outstanding hotels and resorts across the Commonwealth are treasured hallmarks of the Virginia travel experience" said Rita McClenny, … [Read more...] about Multiple Virginia Hotels Included in 2016 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotel Rankings

Mercy Street to Premiere January 17 on PBS Stations Nationwide

January 14, 2016

RICHMOND - Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced that Mercy Street will premiere on January 17, 2016 at 10:00pm on PBS stations nationwide, immediately following Downton Abbey on MASTERPIECE. The PBS drama was filmed in Petersburg and Richmond, and is set in Alexandria during the Civil War. The series features Josh Radnor, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Gary Cole, Peter Gerety and … [Read more...] about Mercy Street to Premiere January 17 on PBS Stations Nationwide

Governor McAuliffe Launches New Virginia Oyster Trail

November 10, 2015

RICHMOND- Governor Terry McAuliffe and Virginia Tourism Corporation today launched the Virginia Oyster Trail, a major tourism development project connecting travelers to Virginia oyster purveyors, raw bars and restaurants, and the watermen culture throughout Coastal Virginia, the Northern Neck, Middle Peninsula and Virginia's Eastern Shore. The “ribbon-cutting” ceremony held … [Read more...] about Governor McAuliffe Launches New Virginia Oyster Trail

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