This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to Horne’s in Port Royal, which is the last remaining location for the once-thriving chain.
Biz Beat Clips: Horne’s, a historic Port Royal diner
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Danelle Rose Named Fredericksburg Visitor Center Manager
Rose is taking over for Julie Perry, who has accepted a job with the Virginia Tourism Corporation.
Temporary Parking Lot Open at William and Barton Streets in Downtown Fredericksburg
Parking in the lot is free.
News Briefs 02/14/17
A roundup of local business, nonprofit, school, and government news.
Fredericksburg Department of Economic Development and Tourism Announces Three Staff Changes
The position Business Development Manager has replaced Assistant Director for Economic Development.
Top Government Stories of 2016
A look back at 2016 in Fredericksburg, Va.
Spencer Devon Brewing Receives Virginia Tourism Grant for Outdoor Seating Deck
In all, Spencer Devon received $54K in local and state funding for the project.
City to Host Public Forum on Relocation of the Fredericksburg Visitor Center
The forum will provide an opportunity to offer feedback as to the best location for the Visitor Center.
City Accepting Applications for Business Development Manager
Applications are being accepted through December 16, 2016.
Local Developer Receives $35K for Princess Anne Street Revitalization Project
Jackie Payne is redeveloping the former Pure Gas Station.
Bill Freehling Named Fredericksburg’s Director of Economic Development and Tourism
Freehling, who has served as interim director, will begin his new role immediately.
EDA Votes to Fund $300K Incentive to Settle NBB Lawsuit
If approved by City Council, the city would reimburse the EDA from the real estate tax increment generated by the mixed use development.
Fredericksburg Accepting Applications for Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Applications must be received by Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016.
Fredericksburg Economic Development and Tourism Releases 1st Video in Promotional Series
“The [six video] series is designed to showcase why the City of Fredericksburg is such a great place to live, work and play.”
New Downtown Fredericksburg Parking Lot Open
The lot adds 29 public parking spaces, another 17 on nights and weekends.
City Council to Address Liberty Place, FY 2017 Budget at April 26 Meetings
City Council’s work session and regular session are both open to the public.
EDA Approves Grant for Red Dragon Brewery, Support for Fred CAT
The grants were approved during the EDA’s March 14, 2016, meeting.
FAMCC to Auction the McKann Center
The outstanding balance on the original $5 million construction loan is $3.4 million.
Fredericksburg EDA Purchases Former StellarOne Bank Property
Fredericksburg’s Economic Development Authority purchased the property for $1.05 million.
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