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Out & About - July 2009
Virginia Business Publisher Bernie Niemeier and Editor Robert Powell participated in a LEAD Virginia alumni session in June examining the economy and culture of the Northern Neck.

Osage Bio Energy
Osage Bio Energy is opening a new plant in Hopewell.

Virginia finds itself in an unusual position
Thirty years ago, an accident at the Three Mile Island power plant in Pennsylvania appeared to sound the death knell for an already retreating nuclear energy industry in the United States.

Transferring business interest to an intentionally defective trust
Lifetime gifts of closely held stock and real estate from business owners to children are a valuable way to shift assets to the next generation while minimizing estate taxes. There are several ways to implement a lifetime transfer. Sometimes an outright gift, although simple and straightforward, is not the most effective transfer technique.

After the layoffs: creative strategies for rewarding employees
In this crazy economic landscape, It’s hard to think about keeping your stuff motivated.

Virginia Business announces CFO Award winners
Virginia Business magazine named winners in five categories in its annual CFO awards banquet Wednesday night at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond.

Prince William and Novant merger complete
The Prince William Health System and Novant Health of North Carolina have finalized their merger, which will expand health care in Prince William County.

Henrico Doctors’ Hospital begins $100 million expansion
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital is celebrating the start of its $100 million expansion today with a groundbreaking ceremony.

New surcharge coming on Virginia’s electric bills
Residential customers should expect a $1.20 increase a month following SCC approval of a new surcharge for Dominion Virginia Power

Virginia’s unemployment rate reaches 7 percent
Virginia's unemployment rate has nearly doubled in the last year, from 3.6 percent to 7 percent, according to the Virginia Employment Commission. But it's still lower than the national average, 9.1 percent.

J. E. Robert Cos. gets a new CEO
Barden Gale will become the first new CEO at J. E. Robert Cos. in 28 years

Music in the breeze |  Wind Chimes produder
Manassas Park company is major producer of wind chimes

Consultant finds gardening ‘a release from business’
For Anne Hosford, the Internet Age provides blessings on several fronts.

Birmingham, England the ‘Workshop of the world’
Birmingham, England, now draws tourists and conferences

Teaming up with a big name
Galax furniture company adds a Kathy Ireland line