Hanover County Economic Development May 2025 News
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May 2025

Welcome to Hanover

Welcome to Hanover County!

 

Hanover Mercantile| Mechanicsville | Website

 

Kenworth Sales | Ashland | Website | Upcoming Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening is May 21, 2025 

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🎉Kings Dominion Celebrates 50 Years!

 

Kings Dominion marked a major milestone on Saturday, May 3rd with a celebration of its 50th anniversary.  Visitors were gifted a birthday button upon entry and enjoyed special performances throughout the day.

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4 - Vote

Voting is Open for The Heart of Hanover Until May 16th!

 

❤️The Heart of Hanover Awards, the inaugural Hanover County Business Awards program, is set to recognize and celebrate outstanding local businesses in the County!  We need you to vote in the final round!  Winners announced June 11th.

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🎉Congratulations!

 

Congratulations to the winner of the random drawing for The Heart of Hanover nominations round, Cody Bryant!

 

Cody won a locally branded prize package with a retail value of $158. Pictured with Cody is Ann Glave, Existing Business Manager at Hanover County Economic Development.

 

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Nominations contest winner

Cascades - 2nd anniversary

Cascades Bear Island Plant Celebrates 2nd Anniversary

 

🎉Cascades Inc. is celebrating its 2nd anniversary of the start-up of its Bear Island mill located in Ashland, Virginia. 

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Farmers Markets - Blog

Fresh Finds: Exploring Hanover County's Farmers Markets

 

Fresh flavors are here in Hanover County! 🍓🥬🌽 Local farms, produce stands, and open-air markets are bursting with delicious, seasonal offerings. 

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SEMINARS & EVENTS

SCORE - May
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Using Social Media for Business

 

May 27, 2025; 5:00-6:30 p.m.

Ashland Branch Library

Free

 

Feeling overwhelmed by social media? Fear not! In this workshop, Lou Keeton will teach you digital strategies to amplify your brand while preserving your spirit. Whether you're an entrepreneur or part of a non-profit organization, this session is designed to help you navigate the complexities of social media marketing with confidence. 

 

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

CSB - Supported Employment
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Supported Employment Program:  Your questions answered

 

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

 

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. 

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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.
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SBA - EIDL Loans

These loans are available to businesses impacted by the January 2025 severe winter storms that resulted in power and water outages and boil water advisories
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FEATURED PROPERTY

Crescent Business Center

Crescent Business Center

Lakeridge Parkway

Ashland, VA 23005

 

New industrial space for lease/build-to-suit, under construction with 198,833 s.f. split across four buildings; Zoned M-1.  Located adjacent to I-95 with access via the Sliding Hill and Lewistown Road interchanges, this location provides unparalleled access to East Coast markets as well as the region's large and growing workforce.  Outstanding space for uses including R&D, light warehousing, and storage - showroom - front office.

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FEATURED EMPLOYER

Featured Hanover Employer Cascades

Cascades - Bear Island

Ashland, VA

 

Cascades, an industry leader in containerboard, offers sustainable, innovative and value-added packaging, hygiene and recovery solutions. Cascades offers you a stimulating career in a dynamic work environment. Learn more

about the organization and join the team!

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