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Why the AI boom adds to the case for investment in renewable energy
MoneyWeek
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June 19, 2025
The rise of artificial intelligence requires a huge increase in data consumption and processing capacity. That has led to a wave of data centre construction across the US – and a surge in demand for electricity to power these facilities. In turn,...
Exclusive: Clever Carnivore Plans 2026 Cultivated Pork Launch with Industry-First $0.07/L Media Cost
Green Queen
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June 19, 2025
11 Mins Read US food tech startup Clever Carnivore has achieved industry-leading cost reductions for its cultivated pork, which it hopes to begin selling in the country next year. As companies scramble to lower the production costs of cultivated...
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Walmart, Kroger
Alabama News Network
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June 19, 2025
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: A listeria food poisoning outbreak has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss and is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Walmart and Kroger, federal health...
Chesapeake City Council rejects land rezoning proposal for Virginia data center
Data Center Dynamics
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The Chesapeake City Council has rejected a land rezoning proposal for a data center in Virginia. The rezoning proposal, from Emerald Lake Estates I Inc., received a recommendation of denial from the Chesapeake Planning Commission on May 15, but...
Evans Boat Construction revives fiberglass scow
National Fisherman - Alaska
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June 19, 2025 Evans Boat Construction & Repair of Crisfield, MD, seems to always be at the forefront of developing and building a desired platform for mid-Atlantic inshore commercial fishermen. Recognizing a growing market for a shallow draft,...
Winsome Earle-Sears outlines pathway to GOP victory in Virginia that will defy the odds
The Gazette - Colorado
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RICHMOND, Virginia — Four years after winning statewide office in Virginia, Winsome Earle-Sears is back in the political arena. But this time around, the lieutenant governor hopes to succeed her boss, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA), as the Old...
Celebrating Community College Week: The unsung heroes of Southwest Virginia
Cardinal News - Virginia
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June 19, 2025
June is not too early to take the first step toward a brighter future, and it’s always the right time to recognize the vital role Southwest Virginia’s community colleges play in empowering individuals and uplifting our region. These institutions...
US Navy awards nearly $1B for Columbia, Virginia sub support
Polygon Military Magazine
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June 19, 2025
The U.S. Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $986.7 million contract modification to accelerate development work on the Columbia-class ballistic missile submarines and bolster the submarine industrial base, according to a Department...
GD Electric Boat Secures $987M Navy Contract Modification for Submarine Production Support
GovCon Wire
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June 19, 2025
The U.S. Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $986.8 million modification to a previously awarded contract for submarine production support. Contract modification work includes additional component development, class lead yard support...
Munda Gold Mine Mining Progresses: First Blast
Investing News Network
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June 19, 2025
Investor Insight With multiple significant lithium discoveries under its belt and a proven exploration strategy that yields results, Brunswick Exploration makes a compelling investment proposition in the ever-expanding lithium space. Overview...
Virginia logging industry asks for tax breaks in Buckingham
The Farmville Herald
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June 19, 2025
Published 10:11 pm Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Members of the Virginia logging industry want Buckingham County to give them a tax break. Specifically, the Virginia Loggers Association want to be exempt from personal property, machinery and tools...
GD Electric Boat wins $987 million contract modification for submarine production
Naval Today
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June 19, 2025
Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics, has been awarded a $987 million contract modification to a previously awarded contract supporting submarine production. Illustration; Credit: HII As informed, this modification is for additional...
Virginia's general election promises historic firsts with diverse candidate lineup
WSET - Virginia
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LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The ballots are now set for the general election in November after Tuesday, June 17th's, primary election. Virginians will select their first female Governor along with several other important seats in the General Assembly...
Virginia Reports Record Contractor License Applications
Hampton Roads Messenger - Virginia
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June 18, 2025
The Virginia Board of Contractors on track to receive an all-time record of more than 14,000 new applications this year from contractors and tradesmen applying for licensure in the Commonwealth RICHMOND, VA – Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin...
New affordable housing project breaks ground in Bristol, Virginia
WCYB - Virginia
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BRISTOL, Va. — Construction has officially begun on a new housing development in Bristol, Virginia. Beyond Housing, formerly known as the Bristol Redevelopment and Housing Authority, broke ground Wednesday on Goodson Hills. The development will...
Woodman Road Improvements - Henrico County, Virginia – Public Hearing
Henrico Citizen - Virginia
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The County of Henrico is proposing to improve 1.75 miles of Woodman Road to provide a four-lane divided roadway between Hungary Road and Mountain Road. The project includes turn lane improvements, a shared use path, and sidewalk along the...
Why are Northern Virginia home prices so high, and what could bring them down?
WUSA 9 - Washington D.C.
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June 19, 2025
It's a simple 'supply and demand' problem, that requires a complex solution. ARLINGTON, Va. — Buying a home in the D.C. region is expensive, especially in Northern Virginia, where the average home price has soared above $770,000, according to the...
Chesterfield begins construction on first new high school in over two decades
Richmond Leader - Virginia
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June 18, 2025
Karl S. Leonard Sheriff | Chesterfield County Sheriff's OfficeKarl S. Leonard Sheriff | Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office Chesterfield County has initiated the construction of its first new high school in over two decades. The groundbreaking...
Virginia’s Pay-for-Outcomes program invites innovation for reducing water pollution
Bay Journal - Maryland
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A great blue heron visits an oyster reef exposed at low tide on the Virginia’s Lynnhaven River. Leslie Boorhem-Stephenson/Chesapeake Bay Program Grants for reducing water pollution in the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers typically fund projects that...
Virginia sees record surge in contractor and tradesman license applications
Arlington Now - Virginia
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June 18, 2025
Virginia is experiencing a boom in skilled trades interest, with the state on track to receive more than 14,000 new contractor and tradesman license applications this year. The projected number represents a 10% increase from 2024 and nearly double...