Economic Development and Tourism. My tweets are my own opinion.
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Michelle Rogers retweeted
🇺🇸 A conversation across the centuries. For #VGR250, we “sat down” with Richard Bland in Prince George County to talk agriculture, self-government and the ideas that sparked the Revolution.
Meet one of our region’s founding voices: ow.ly/7ctk50ZIrAT
#HistoryComesAlive
Michelle Rogers retweeted
Don’t miss the Virginia Runs on Small Business Virtual Employment Fair!
See you Thursday, August 13, from 10AM - 4PM for a FREE virtual hiring event designed to connect small businesses with top talent from across the Commonwealth. Learn more & register: ow.ly/AOKP50Zy4g4
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Deadline extended! Prince George County EDA Micro‑Business Grant now due Mon, Aug 17, 2026. Up to $25K for eligible businesses.
Free help session: Mon, Jul 27, 12–4 pm at Prince George Library.
Apply & details: ow.ly/KBIl50ZqV02
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As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we’re proud of the role Virginia’s Gateway Region has played in our nation’s story – and the future we’re helping build today.
Happy Independence Day from VGR. 🇺🇸
#OpenForBusiness #MakingThings #MovingThings
Michelle Rogers retweeted
Tomorrow’s card 7/3 will be postponed and ran on Monday 7/6 with a 12:30PM post time.
Saturday and Sundays cards scheduled for 10:45am.
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Colonial Downs Racing for Saturday, July 4th has been cancelled. The Two Stakes races will be used next Saturday, July 11th. We will be adding a card to Monday, July 13th. Saturday's Cancelled Races will be posted as extras. Post time for Sunday, July 5th and Monday, July 6th will be 10:45am.
Michelle Rogers retweeted
Due to anticipated heat, we will be moving first posts for July 2, 3, and 4 to 10:45AM.
Those who have purchased tickets for these days will receive an update from Colonial Downs through email communications.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. Any additional updates will be posted to our social media channels and website.
Michelle Rogers retweeted
VGR’s Alex Wood joined Yoti Jabri (Prince George County) at MODEX 2026 in Atlanta last week, connecting with leaders shaping the future of manufacturing + logistics. Regions ready to move will lead.
#Logistics #SupplyChain #MakingThings #MovingThings
Huge news!
The Port of Virginia has finished a $450 million project to dredge commercial shipping channels and Norfolk Harbor to 55 feet deep. bit.ly/4bhXwbc
Michelle Rogers retweeted
The Port of Virginia has finished a $450 million project to dredge commercial shipping channels and Norfolk Harbor to 55 feet deep. bit.ly/4bhXwbc
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Food manufacturing and sustainability go hand in hand. VA manufacturing has a chance to embrace sustainable practices, differentiate themselves, build a stronger brand, and gain a competitive edge: genedge.org/resources-tools/…
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💡 Virginia startups, make your mark! Apply for The Elevator Pitch for a chance to shine in the third annual StartVirginia special issue. Applications close March 14: virginiabusiness.com/start_v…
Michelle Rogers retweeted
Save The Date! On Thursday, March 27th, VSMA will host a #SmartManufacturing Roadshow with @CESMII_SM at @CCAMVA. The event will include exciting speakers, showcases of SM technology, #breakoutsessions, a facility tour, and more! Stay tuned for details on how you can register.
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Did you know that GENEDGE Alliance members receive an exclusive monthly #newsletter? The goal of the GENEDGE Alliance is to provide tools and resources #smallmanufacturers need to stay competitive and innovative in VA. Sign up for a free membership today: genedge.org/registration/
Michelle Rogers retweeted
Great blog post from our friends at Genedge on the state of biopharmaceutical manufacturing in Virginia - with shout outs to those in our region: Civica Rx, Phlow and AMPAC Fine Chemicals.
ow.ly/mt9P50T9g5y
#openforbusiness #pharma #manufacturing
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Are you a #smallmanufacturer looking to increase sales? The GENEDGE alliance has a members-only blog available for you! Sign up for a free membership to access this blog and more resources today: genedge.org/registration/ 🛠️ Read the blog here: genedge.org/resources-tools/…
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Celebrating locally-owned businesses in Virginia's Gateway Region today! Did you know that small business accounts for about 44% of the US economy (according to the Small Business Administration)? What small business in the region will you support today? #Local #GoodsandServices
Michelle Rogers retweeted
What an honor to host Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan in VGR, the heart of Virginia's 4th Congressional District! Rep. McClellan visited recently to meet with our community partners.
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The Town of Waverly is hosting a “Shark Tank”-like contest. New or expanding small businesses could be awarded up to $15,000 in grants! Deadline to apply is March 10.
Learn more: thesussexsurrydispatch.com/n…