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Governor McDonnell outlines business policy to CEOs
Speaking to the Virginia Council of CEOs last Thursday, Gov. Bob McDonnell said that he wants to create a favorable playing field for Virginia businesses by limiting taxation, regulation, litigation and unionization.
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County of Louisa seeks new Fixed Based Operator for Freeman Field-LKU
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NRC Gives Dominion OK to Restart North Anna Power Station
Dominion Virginia Power today began the restart of North Anna Power Station after the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) granted permission. The nuclear power plant has been offline since the Aug. 23 earthquake that occured near Mineral, Virginia.
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FEMA Approves Federal Disaster Assistance for Louisa County Schools
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved Governor Bob McDonnell’s request for the Public Assistance program. This disaster assistance will help with the cost to repair Louisa County schools that were damaged by the Aug. 23 earthquake and subsequent aftershocks.
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Virginia Ranked No. 1 for Economic Growth Potential
In the 2011 State Rankings Report, Business Facilities magazine has ranked Virginia No. 1 for Economic Growth Potential.
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Virginia Ranked No. 4 for Best Business Climate
Virginia has one of the top 10 best business climates for capital investment, according to Site Selection magazine. The magazine, which focuses on economic development and is published by Atlanta-based Conway Data Inc., ranks the states annually.
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Governor McDonnell Proclaims November “Job Creator Appreciation Month”
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell today proclaimed November "Job Creator Appreciation Month" in the Commonwealth. In partnership with the National Federation of Independent Business, Governor McDonnell's office will be calling attention to small businesses in the Commonwealth who have hired additional employees in recent months, despite the tough economy and continued economic uncertainty.