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Herndon’s K12 Inc. reports ransomware attack
Cybercrooks may have accessed student, employee data from online education provider
Herndon-based online education provider K12 Inc. announced Tuesday that the company was the victim of a ransomware attack that may have compromised its corporate back office systems. “We do believe that the attacker accessed certain parts of our corporate back office systems, including some student and employee information on those systems, but it will take
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Reston tech company names human resources VP
Deborah Sutton joins iGov
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Reston-based systems integration provider iGov announced last week it has hired Deborah Sutton as vice president of human resources. She replaces Kim Schmitt, who has retired. With more than 25 years of experience, Sutton was most recently an independent executive human resources consultant. In her new role, she will advise senior management and lead the
Intelsat closes $400M cash deal for commercial aviation business
McLean-based satellite telecom firm acquires division from in-flight broadband provider Gogo
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McLean-based communications satellite services provider Intelsat Corp. announced Tuesday it has completed the acquisition of in-flight broadband connectivity provider Gogo Inc.’s commercial aviation business for $400 million in cash. The acquisition was first announced in early September. Intelsat plans to pair its satellite and ground network to Gogo’s customer base of more than 3,000 commercial
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Grayson County food manufacturer announces $1.5M expansion
Grayson Natural Farms LLC to create 40 jobs
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Organic meat snack brand Grayson Natural Farms LLC will expand its Grayson County operation by 35,000 square feet through a $1.5 million investment, creating 40 jobs, Gov. Ralph Northam announced Tuesday. Grayson Natural Farms produces Landcrafted Food, which are grass-fed, organic meat snacks. Its smokehouse and production operation is currently located at 226 Industrial Lane.
Mutual Assurance Society of Va. names VP innovation, marketing
Mark Crutcher joins Richmond-based insurance company
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Richmond-based Mutual Assurance Society of Virginia announced Tuesday that it has named Mark Crutcher as its inaugural vice president of innovation and marketing. Crutcher most recently was a senior product manager with Safe Auto and had previously served as Lititz Mutual’s vice president of marketing, underwriting and product development. “Mutual Assurance’s goal is to embrace
Va. Tech says ‘Cheers!’ to Fightin’ Hokies Lager
University announces beer production partnership with Richmond-based Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
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Although Hokie fans couldn’t fill Lane Stadium this year decked in maroon and orange, there’s a new tailgating trophy they can look forward to obtaining this coming spring — a licensed Virginia Tech beer, Fightin’ Hokies Lager. Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences announced Tuesday it has partnered with Richmond-based Hardywood Park Craft
LMI lands $77.5M Homeland Security contract
Tysons-based contractor to assist efforts countering weapons of mass destruction
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) awarded Tysons-based government and defense contractor LMI a $77.5 million contract to support and advise the department on efforts to prevent chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear attacks. LMI will provide services to the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office. The company will offer expertise on chemical,
Henrico County announces $2.3B GreenCity arena project
Project on former Best Products HQ site to include 17,000-seat arena, hotels, retail, office and housing
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Henrico County officials announced Tuesday plans for a $2.3 billion arena-anchored development, born out of the failed Navy Hill project proposal for downtown Richmond. But with private financing and no projected impact on county taxpayers, the GreenCity development may have a smoother path. Proposed on the 204-acre former Best Products property owned by the county,
Richmond to select casino operator, site in summer 2021
Public survey opens Tuesday; RFPs due in February 2021
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The city of Richmond intends to select a resort casino site and operator in summer 2021, according to an announcement from Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney released Tuesday. The Virginia General Assembly earlier this year passed a law authorizing resort casinos to operate in each of five economically challenged cities, including Richmond. For the project to
100 People to Meet in 2021
Our annual list of Virginians you should get to know
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As we prepare to enter a fresh calendar year marked by our new normal of remote work, Zoom meetings, face masks and social distancing, our need for connectedness and socializing remains as strong as ever. But because it may still be a while before we return to rubber-chicken dinners, networking receptions and cocktail parties, let