December 2024

Welcome to Hanover County!

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BEA Releases 2023 GDP Data

The United States Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released the 2023 update of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by county and metropolitan area on December 4, 2024.  Read more about Hanover's GDP.

DEIC Named Phase 2 Winner

The Dominion Energy Innovation Center has been named a Phase 2 winner in EPIC Round 3 funded by the DOE Office of Technology Transitions. This allows DEIC to proceed with next steps toward expanding efforts in supporting data center-related startups and addressing energy challenges within the data center sector.

Shop Local in Hanover County!

Throughout this year’s holiday shopping season, Hanover County is encouraging consumers to “Shop Local” and to consider dedicating part of your holiday spending in support of local and small businesses. 

SAVE THE DATE!  Winter on the Green is returning to the grounds of the Hanover Museum of History and Culture.

Saturday, December 14th from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Limited edition Hanover ornaments are available for purchase! 

Visit hanoverornament.com.

Holiday Happenings in Hanover!  Refer to our list of events including Hanover Santa Run's conducted by Hanover Fire/EMS, Hanover Christmas at Camp Hanover, Light Up the Tracks and more!

SEMINARS & EVENTS

Ag Connect at DEIC 

December 12, 2024; 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Dominion Energy Innovation Center

Free

Ag Connect is designed to support and connect agricultural producers of all sizes in our community! Get inspired by local success stories, gain valuable insights, and expand your network in the agricultural sector. This month's spotlight speaker is Nicole Dillon with Breemar Flower Farm.

Accounting Essentials for Startups - SCORE Richmond at DEIC

This workshop is designed to help small business owners lay a strong financial foundation by covering essential accounting principles, selecting the right accounting methods, and deciding whether to hire a bookkeeper to help with paperwork. 

December 20, 2024; 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Dominion Energy Innovation Center, Ashland

Cost: $15

Thinking about starting a business?

January 28, 2025; 5:00-6:30 p.m.

Atlee Branch Library, Mechanicsville 

Free

SCORE Richmond and Hanover County Economic Development are partnering with the Atlee Branch of Pamunkey Regional Library to reach entrepreneurs interested in starting up a new business and how to stay on the right track to be a successful business owner! Get to know the top 10 things that any business needs to be set up for success! 

*After the session has concluded, there will be an opportunity for one-on-one consultations.

SMALL BUSINESS GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

• Richmond Region Tourism - Special Event Incubation Grant - Applications are reviewed on rolling basis, and awards granted until fund allotment is expended.
  Learn more.

• Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready Program with $10,000 Grant Opportunity - Deadline to enroll and complete grant application is Dec.13, 2024. 
  Learn more.

FEATURED PROPERTY

Cool Spring Center

Mechanicsville, VA

This new high quality flex development is complete with build to suit office options.  Located 1.5 miles to I-295, this development offers 3,960-7,920± SF suites with 13-17' clear warehouse ceiling height, and rear drive-in loading (One 12'x11' drive-in door per 3,960± SF suite.)