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Virginia's Gateway Region

Virginia's Gateway Region (VGR) is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that markets the cities of Colonial Heights, Emporia, Hopewell and Petersburg and the surrounding counties of Brunswick, Dinwiddie, Greensville, Prince George and Sussex. VGR fosters regional prosperity through business growth, powerful partnerships and delivering innovative resources to its communities, and focuses its efforts on new and existing business investment and job creation.

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Recent Posts

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How Movement Shaped Petersburg’s Past – and Guides Its Future

Posted: July 7, 2026

For centuries, Petersburg has been defined by movement – of goods, people, and ideas – […]

VGR250 Campaign Highlights Dynamic Region on the Rise Virginia’s Gateway Region Celebrates 250 Years of Innovation, Resilience & Economic Growth

Posted: July 1, 2026

Colonial Heights, Va. (July 1, 2026) – Virginia’s Gateway Region Economic Development Organization (VGR) announces […]

Governor Spanberger Announces Jabil to Open New Manufacturing Facility, Creating 350+ Jobs in Prince George County

Posted: June 3, 2026

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Jabil — an engineering-led, supply chain-enabled manufacturing […]

Recent Tweets

vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
16 Jul

Thank you to Maj. Gen. Sean P. Davis for hosting VGR and Prince George County leaders for an evening of collaboration. Fort Lee is a vital economic driver and community partner. Strong relationships help strengthen military readiness, grow our economy and create opportunities. 🇺🇸

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vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
15 Jul

ICYMI: Virginia ranked No. 3 in CNBC's 2026 America's Top States for Business! 🎉
Virginia also earned No. 2 for Infrastructure, reinforcing why businesses continue to invest and grow here. Read more from @VEDP: https://www.vedp.org/press-release/2026-07/cnbc-2026

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vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
14 Jul

For 60+ years, the Bank of Southside Virginia has helped lead VGR, with board service dating back to our founding in the 1960s. Today, Will Clements serves as VGR's treasurer.

Great story by Wayne Covil on this 121-year-old institution!

Watch now:

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