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Editor's Note

Editor’s Note: August/September 2026

July 21, 2026

Just when I thought I was out of the business of business for good, they pulled me back in to follow the money again. I…

Hardhats & Hearts

June 1, 2026

Brain Inclusive

June 1, 2026

The Future of Arts in Hampton Roads

May 26, 2026

Skilled Trades and the Labor Gap

March 31, 2026

Bringing the World Back Home: Global Insight, Local Impact

March 31, 2026

Constitutional Law, Fundamental Rights, and Policymaking in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

February 1, 2026

Business Matters

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Hampton Roads DevFest

June 1, 2026

by Ernie Smith Hampton Roads DevFest highlights the rise of AI—and the challenges of building a local tech community. If...

Garden of Tomorrow at Norfolk Botanical Garden

June 1, 2026

by Betsy DiJulio A “non-compliant bid” in response to an RFP may sound like a negative. At the very least,...

Perspectives from Around the Region: Skilled Trades

April 1, 2026

From Sausages to Semiconductors

April 1, 2026

Making Moves

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The Mix

The Mix: August/September 2026

July 21, 2026

—Compiled by Butch Maier / Photo above: courtesy of TowneBank COMMERICAL REAL ESTATE Retail Regency Hilltop Shopping Center in Virginia Beach is set to undergo…

It’s Out of This World

August 25, 2025

The Revitalization of Seafood Industrial Park

June 18, 2025

The Equity Edge

January 1, 2025

A Sense of Place

November 1, 2024

Workplace Wellness Strategies That Work

September 1, 2024

A Fresh Perspective

May 1, 2024

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2026 NextGen Awards

March 17, 2026

2026 Powered By Women

February 1, 2026

NIL Deals

January 1, 2025

Pixel Financial Group

December 23, 2024

The Face of Small Business & Main Street Advocacy: Retail Alliance

June 1, 2026

SPONSORED CONTENT Retail Alliance’s mission goes beyond supporting local retailers—it is a legacy that has shaped Hampton Roads for more...

The Face of Business Banking: Dollar Bank

June 1, 2026

SPONSORED CONTENT Dollar Bank takes the time to understand what each small business customer needs to help them succeed. Their...

Scend Studios

June 1, 2026

by Eric J. Wallace Brenner Vasquez looked ahead to 2020 and thought, “This is going the be my year.” He’d...

The Face of Personal Injury Law: Huffman & Huffman

June 1, 2026

SPONOSRED CONTENT Huffman & Huffman Brothers-in-Law has been a trusted part of the Hampton Roads community for more than 50...

The Face of Business Law: McCormick Law & Consulting

June 1, 2026

SPONOSRED CONTENT To John McCormick, practicing business law in Hampton Roads is about helping entrepreneurs and business owners build something...

The Face of Boat Sales & Service: Legasea Marine

June 1, 2026

SPONSORED CONTENT Chris and Jennifer Hall, founders of Legasea Marine, have built their business around a simple idea: make boating...

The Face of Fine Art Gallery/Pottery Studio: 110 Gallery

May 27, 2026

SPONSORED CONTENT Located in Hampton’s historic Phoebus district, 110 Gallery has become a premier destination for professional inspiration since 2024....