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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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Natural resources and early enterprise defines Colonial Heights

Posted: July 28, 2026

For generations, Colonial Heights has been defined by its location. Long before its official establishment […]

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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 […]

Recent Tweets

vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
6 Aug

Every investment creates opportunity, but only if people are prepared to seize it. Great discussion with peers from the Community College Workforce Alliance about connecting workforce training with the needs of employers across VGR.

#WorkforceDevelopment #TalentPipeline

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vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
5 Aug

ICYMI: A great visit at Franklin Lumber. 🌲

Virginia's wood products industry is growing:
🌳 5,600+ new jobs
💰 $2.2B+ invested
🏭 120+ companies expanded or located here
VGR is proud to be part of Virginia's "wood basket."

🎥 Look inside the mill!

#MakingThings #MovingThings

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vagatewayregion Virginia's Gateway Region @vagatewayregion ·
4 Aug

📢 Prince George County small businesses: You may qualify for a Micro Business Grant of up to $25,000.

👉 Learn more and apply by Aug. 17: https://www.princegeorgecountyva.gov/business/

#MakingThings #MovingThings #PrinceGeorgeVA #Entrepreneurship

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