Roanoke County Business Partners Newsletter |
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April 2022: Volume 22, No. 4
The E-newsletter of the Roanoke County Economic Development Department is designed to showcase the investments and achievements of our existing business partners. For additional information about doing business in Roanoke County, visit our website.
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Southern Team Hyundai to Build New State-of-the-Art Facility |
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Southern Team Hyundai announced last month that they were expanding their operations in the Hollins area and will construct a new 30,000 sq. ft. Sales and Service facility at 7300 Williamson Road. This all-new Hyundai Facility designed with Fast Charging Electric Vehicle capabilities will be under construction in the spring of 2022 with completion expected in the winter of 2022.
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Würth Revcar Leases Former HSN Building |
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Würth Revcar Fasteners, a full-line/full-service assembly component supplier and an Approved Level One Fastener Distributor to many US Navy and military accounts worldwide, has announced that they have fully leased the 387,558 square foot former Home Shopping Network building in Roanoke County. This project will reflect an initial $5 million investment and will create 50 office and warehousing jobs.
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Roanoke County Wins Community Economic Development Award |
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The Virginia Economic Developers Association (VEDA) awarded Roanoke County the 2022 Comunity Economic Development Award for populations of 40,001 - 100,000 for the Reimagine 419 Plan. Roanoke County’s vision is to revitalize the 419 corridor through Placemaking, a multi-faceted approach that capitalizes on the community’s assets to reimagine this area. The Reimagine 419 Plan is an investment in Roanoke County’s economic future and will result in a market-based master plan that incorporates community input and collaboration to create an exceptional place for all to enjoy.
Learn more about the Reimagine 419 Plan and the 419 Town Center Here.
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Wine Gourmet Re-opens with Medmont Mercantile |
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Wine Gourmet celebrated the grand re-opening of their expanded space with new partner, Medmont Mercantile. Wine Gourmet acquired the space directly beside them in Promenade park and renovated to adjoin the two units. The space now accommodates products from Medmont Mercantile, a local retailer that is exclusively retailed by Wine Gourmet. The additional space and new partnership add to the wine, chocolates, and gift offerings you can find in their shop. Learn more on the April episode of Roanoke County Business Partners.
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Business Growth Along 419 |
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Burlington recently announced that they will be joining the momentum at Tanglewood and will backfill the former Stein Mart space. Burlington has undergone a rebrand, formerly operating as Burlington Coat Factory. Read The Full Release
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Panda Express is now open at Tanglewood! Panda Express joins Chipotle, Jersey Mike's Subs, and Aspen Dental as open and operational businesses in the outparcels at Tanglewood, with Blaze Pizza the next to open. Chili's Grill & Bar and Popeyes will also develop their own outparcels at Tanglewood and plan to open later this year.
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Redevelopment Projects Underway |
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Discount Tire, which is redeveloping the former Ragazzi's space on 419, is currently under construction and is making progress on their new sales and service facility.
On the other side of 419 is a nearly-completed Fallowater Square, another redevelopment project that will create a two-story, 17,000 sq. ft. office building and is already fully leased with two companies.
Learn more about recent announcements and openings at Tanglewood and along 419 Here
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More Companies Considering Valleys for Expansion |
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Photo courtesy of Carilion Clinic |
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Virginia Business magazine published an article featuring the Roanoke and New River Valleys' economic growth and why companies are choosing to expand in these areas. Roanoke County has undergone many public initiatives and has worked with the private sector to increase business opportunities in the County, as well as drive investment. Infrastructure improvements and business attraction at Tanglewood are noted as examples of contributing factors to growth in Counties such as Roanoke.
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Development Progress in Catawba |
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Construction is underway on the 60,000-sq. ft. Lowe's distribution center in Valley TechPark. The project will create 70 jobs and is expected to be completed within a year.
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AEP is making great progress on the Glenmary Substation project in the Roanoke County Center for Research & Technology. The project includes development of a new office building for Appalachian Power equipment and employees, a substation, and approximately a quarter of a mile of transmission line
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Upcoming 200 Plan Community Meetings |
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Roanoke County Planning is holding seven community meetings this spring to revisit the 200 Comprehensive Plan and receive an additional round of community input. The meetings will be distributed throughout the county and will allow an opportunity for residents, business owners, and stakeholders to provide recommendations for the Plan.
Check out these 200 Plan videos!
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RoCo Parks and Rec Spring Updates |
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2022 Treetop Quest Operating Season
Spring Operating Hours (April 2 - May 22):
Saturday & Sunday; 10 AM - 5 PM
Book your Quest today and save $5 when you register in advance. Take advantage of the Last Call Discount with $10 off registration after 3 PM during spring operation. Click Here or call (540) 427-1800 for more information!
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Adventure Saturday - April 9
Adventure Saturday returns to Explore Park in 2022! The first event in this three-part series takes place on Saturday April 9th at Explore Park featuring the following expanded activities: Treetop Quest, Twilight Zipline event, live music, nature activities, local hiking and camping vendors and more! Click Here to view the event schedule.
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Kite Festival - April 16
10 AM to 4 PM at Green Hill Park
Activities include:
- Kite Demos from Richmond Air Force Kite Club
- Crafts for Kids
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Kite Showcase & Contest presented by va811
- Vendors and Food Trucks
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News Around the Roanoke Region |
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Project Outside by the Roanoke Outside Foundation issued $50K in grants to local governments, businesses, and groups to enhance outdoor assets in our region. Roanoke County will benefit from this year's grant program with repairs to the McAfee Knob fire road, a trail building workshop at Explore Park, and tools for Pathfinders for Greenway volunteer trail builders. Learn More Here
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Allegiant Air expands their Low Fare, Nonstop Flights at ROA with new seasonal, service to Nashville on April 21, 2022. The flights will operate on Thursdays and Sundays from April 21 through August 14, 2022, perfect for a weekend getaway in the Music City.
On June 6, 2022, Delta Air Lines will begin non-stop service from New York – LaGuardia to ROA. This new daily service will be in addition to our current nonstop service with American Airlines, so now travelers will have two options for nonstop service to The Big Apple.
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Clean Valley Council Updates |
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Clean Valley Council welcomes individuals and groups to volunteer for Clean Valley Day on April 9. This valley-wide cleanup promotes respect and cares for the beautiful community we share. Learn more and get involved Here.
Pop-up Cleanup: Join Clean Valley Council in various locations throughout City of Roanoke, Roanoke County, Town of Vinton and City of Salem as to pick up litter and make a big difference around the Roanoke Valley. Safety vests, trash bags, gloves, and trash grabbers will be provided
Who: Anyone and Everyone
What: Lunchtime cleanups in the municipalities that we serve
When: 12:30-1:30 PM, the Second Thursday of each month.
Where: The April 14 event will be in the Town of Vinton. Meet at the Vinton Farmer’s Market. and clean up along South Pollard Street and Walnut Avenue.
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RCPS Career & Technical Education Highlights |
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Roanoke County Economic Development partnered with Roanoke County Public Schools to develop a brochure highlighting the benefits and capabilities of Career & Technical Education (CTE) in our educational institutions.
This brochure explains what CTE is and how students, employers, and the greater Roanoke County community can take advantage of resources such as the Burton Center for Arts & Technology (BCAT). Employers can also use the Burton Center as a talent pipeline, especially through the Registered Apprenticeship program. Did you know that 3 industry sectors requiring CTE are among Roanoke's largest economic drivers? Learn this and more in the brochure!
Download the tri-fold brochure Here
Learn more about BCAT and CTE Here
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VWCC Career and Corporate Training Offers Credentials |
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VWCC Career and Corporate Training offers Festo, Snap-On, AWS and NIMS credentials
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G3 is a state-wide funding program that helps severely reduce the costs for in-demand program fields throughout the Virginia Community College System.
Learn more about the G3 Program and how to enroll Here.
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International Trade and Innovation Resources for Businesses |
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Export Readiness Assessment
The Export Readiness Assessment is a custom-programmed quiz that is designed to provide feedback to a company to let them know where they are on the export spectrum and to provide an easy way for our own International Trade team to “qualify” companies for our programs/services.
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International Trade
The Virginia SBDC International Business Development Program works with Virginia-based firms to enhance their global success. Our Certified Global Business Professionals provide confidential counseling, training, and customized research to help companies mitigate risks, prioritize markets, identify financing, and grow export sales.
Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP)
ICAP helps Virginia-based technology and innovation-driven startups on their path to success. ICAP works with startups to provide support along their entire journey towards scaling – from the early idea stage, all the way through working on Series A level of funding.
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CVFM Returning in May
The Catawba Valley Ruritan Club will sponsor The Catawba Valley Farmers Market in 2022 and will hold a flea market on April 23, 8AM - 2PM
The CVFM will officially open on May 5 at 3PM at the Catawba Community Center (4965 Catawba Creek Road)
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Workshops & Resources
Upcoming Roanoke Regional SBDC events include:
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2021 Economic Development Year in Review
Roanoke County Economic Development has published the 2021 Year in Review highlighting business announcements, openings, revitalization projects, and more from this past year.
Click Here to view the Year in Review
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Honors Event for SWaM Businesses
The Commonwealth of Virginia recognizes small, women and minority-owned (SWaM) businesses as the cornerstone of the Virginia economy. SWaM-certified businesses have an opportunity to be recognized with the 2022 SWaMmy Honors.
Learn more and nominate a business Here
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RoCo Libraries Hot Spots
Roanoke County Public Library offers hot spots to all Roanoke County residents. Visit your favorite RCPL location to check one out or visit the library's website to place one on hold. Hotspots include the T-Mobile and Verizon coverage areas. View maps and further details on the Library's Website.
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Blue Ridge Parkway Visitation Tops 15 million in 2021
Blue Ridge Parkway again ranks at the top of NPS visitation over the past year. Learn more in The Full Release
Learn about local recreation, dining, and tourism opportunities:
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Roanoke County Business Partners on RVTV |
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This month, we visit Wine Gourmet for the grand opening of their expansion and new partnership with local retailer, Medmont Mercantile. Then we check out the second annual Career Quest, a regional expo for middle-schoolers to see all of the possible career pathways available right here in Roanoke. Finally, we recap the 2022 Vinton State of the Town Address to show what accomplishments happened in this past year, and to see what’s up next.
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