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Hopewell to Host Craft Beer Festival, Announces New Business
 

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HOPEWELL - The City of Hopewell has announced two major economic development projects that seeks to boost business activity and tourism in the city. 

 

Assistant City Manager Charles Dane announced at the Hopewell City Council meeting Tuesday night that the Prince George-based international company Landen Strapping will expand its operations to Hopewell. Dane also said the city has scored a deal to host the first-ever Southeast Craft Brewers Fest in May of 2016.

CCALS, CCAM Awarded State Grants for Commercial Research 

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RICHMOND - Two local groups specializing in research and technology will receive nearly $200,000 as part of a group of 38 firms statewide to receive awards totaling over $2.8 million.

Funding from the Commonwealth Research Commercialization Fund is awarded to companies making strides in research in the fields of commercialization, including advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and energy and life sciences, according to the office of Gov. Terry McAuliffe.