Tag: workforce_development

• Governor Spanberger Welcomes Ninth Cohort of Virginia Management Fellows

  10 Jul 2026 4:17 p.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

  Governor Abigail Spanberger announced the ninth cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows Program, a two-year initiative developing future state government leaders through rotations, mentorship, and skill-building to address the Commonwealth's challenges.

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• Virginia Secures #3 Spot in CNBC's Top States for Business Rankings

  9 Jul 2026 11:11 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

  Virginia has climbed to #3 in CNBC's 'America’s Top States for Business' rankings. Governor Spanberger credits strategic investments in infrastructure, workforce development, and a collaborative business environment for attracting over $5 billion in new investments and 3,000 jobs.

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• Virginia Grapples with Legal Battles Over Gun Ban, Marijuana, While Earning Economic Accolades

  8 Jul 2026 7:24 a.m. · Source: The Virginia Public Access Project

  Virginia faces legal challenges to its new assault weapons ban and questions over marijuana distribution legality. Amidst these, the state celebrates top rankings in workforce training and significant climate funding.

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• Governor Spanberger Establishes State Internship Coordinator Role to Expand Student Opportunities

  12 Jun 2026 10:32 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

  Governor Abigail Spanberger signed bipartisan legislation creating Virginia's first State Internship Coordinator. This new role aims to strengthen state internship programs and expand opportunities for students across the Commonwealth, fostering future public service careers.

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• Governor Spanberger Highlights Key Legislation, Economic Growth, and Cultural Celebration

  11 Jun 2026 8:44 a.m. · Source: Office of the Virginia Governor

  Governor Spanberger signs landmark sickle cell and internship legislation, addresses Google's workforce investment, and celebrates AAPI heritage across Virginia on a busy day.

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• Governor Spanberger's InternshipsVA Wins National Economic Development Award

  5 Jun 2026 11:30 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

  Governor Abigail Spanberger's InternshipsVA initiative secured a national Economic Development Organization award. Launched in February, the program connects students with paid internships, creating over 600 opportunities and strengthening Virginia's workforce and economic future.

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