June 2025

Welcome to Hanover County!

Chirp | Ashland | Website

Lucky Road Run Shop | Mechanicsville | Website

Take Away | Ashland | Facebook-Ribbon Cutting

Business Expansions

Shaken Not Spurred | Mechanicsville* | Website

*New Retail Space at 8169 Pine Ridge Road & Added Services

Anniversary Celebrations

Montpelier Family Chiropractic | 20 Years | Montpelier | Website

PawsCienda Pet Resort | 25 Years | Montpelier | Website 

Announcing the Winners of The Heart of Hanover Business Awards Contest

❤️The Heart of Hanover Business Awards Contest, the first community driven awards program in Hanover County, has officially crowned the winners!  From beloved small-town staples to rising stars in the local economy, these businesses embody the pulse of Hanover. 

Hanover Celebrates Legacy and Industry Achievement Awards

🏆Hanover County proudly honored its longstanding businesses and innovative leaders at The Heart of Hanover Business Awards event held on June 11, celebrating the recipients of the Legacy Awards, the esteemed Marc S. Weiss Award, and the new Building Design and Improvement Award.

View Pictures from The Heart of Hanover Business Awards Event 

📷Photographs are available for viewing and downloading.  Thank you to Shelby Walker with Hanover County Communications and Community Engagement for the wonderful photos! 

Thank you to The Heart of Hanover Business Awards Sponsors!

Summer Happenings In Hanover!

🌞Hanover County offers a delightful mix of outdoor fun, rich history, and local flavor. Whether you’re a family seeking adventure, a history enthusiast, or a foodie craving fresh produce, Hanover has something special for you this summer!

SEMINARS & EVENTS

Supported Employment Program:  Your questions answered

June 17, 2025; 4:00 p.m.

Webinar

Free

Supported Employment is a program offered by Hanover CSB that supports individuals with disabilities to find and maintain employment through matching their skills and abilities with employers in the community. 

What Your Banker Wishes You Knew About Business

June 24, 2025; 5:00-6:30 p.m.

Atlee Branch Library

Free

Unlock the secrets of securing a bank loan with insights from former banker, Donna Wheeler. In this workshop, participants will learn firsthand what banks are looking for when deciding whether to lend money. The focus will be on understanding key financial metrics and mastering financial reporting. Join us to gain valuable knowledge that will empower you to navigate the banking landscape and position your business for success.

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

CAREER FAIR

VIRGINIA CAREER WORKS - HENRICO CENTER

June 26, 2025

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Fairfield Area Library - 1401 North Laburnum Avenue, Henrico

This event provides an incredible opportunity for jobs seekers to connect with leading local companies to explore a wide range of career options.

SMALL BUSINESS GRANT & LOAN OPPORTUNITIES

Richmond Region Tourism - Special Event Incubation Grant

This grant is a unique funding opportunity open to any entity planning a new special event in the Richmond region.  Applications are reviewed on rolling basis, and awards granted until fund allotment is expended.
Learn more.

FEATURED PROPERTY

Lakeridge Logistics Center

Lakeridge Parkway

Ashland, VA 23005

Great new multi-building speculative industrial project is now available for leasing. Lakeridge Logistics Center is a two-building development consisting of 249,500 s.f. of total space (124,750 s.f. each); subdividable down to about 25,000 s.f. The buildings will feature 32' ceilings, 31 dock doors, and 6" reinforced slab at speed bay. Zoned M-1 (Limited Industrial), this is excellent space for logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing (pharmaceutical, food/beverage, etc) operations. Located approximately one mile from the I-95/Sliding Hill Road interchange, the buildings will provide excellent proximity to major East Coast markets and the growing regional workforce.

FEATURED EMPLOYER

Porvair Filtration Group

Ashland, VA

Porvair Filtration Group is an international leader in the development and supply of high performance, innovative materials and solutions for applications in filtration and separation. We are always looking to employ talented people across a diverse range of disciplines directly associated with the design and manufacture of filtration and separation equipment, as well as essential professionals to support the business.