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SBA Loans Available to Businesses Impacted by January Winter Storms

Business Recovery Centers available to assist interested business owners Businesses impacted by the January 2025 severe winter storms that resulted in power and water outages and boil water advisories can now apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) to support their recovery.  The SBA disaster declaration covers businesses located in Richmond, Goochland, Hanover, and Henrico, as well as Caroline, Charles City, Chesterfield, Cumberland,… View Article


Helping Hanover Businesses Stay Prepared: Emergency & Disaster Planning Resources

In the business world, preparation isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. Unexpected emergencies, whether caused by natural disasters, cyberattacks, or other disruptions, can pose significant risks to your operations, employees, and bottom line. That’s why we at Hanover County Economic Development are excited to unveil our new Emergency & Disaster Planning Resources page—a dedicated toolkit to support businesses in building resilience and… View Article


Hanover County Establishes Inaugural Business Industry Awards

The Heart of Hanover Awards, the inaugural Hanover County Business Awards program, is set to recognize and celebrate outstanding local businesses in the County.  This inaugural event is made possible through dedicated collaboration of Hanover County Economic Development, Hanover Education Foundation, Hanover Chamber of Commerce, and Richmond Times Dispatch, as well as the generous support of our sponsors.  Leading the way is… View Article


ABB’s Traction Facility in Hanover, VA to Assemble/Test Components in New Collaboration

Metra and Caltrans trainsets to use ABB’s innovative traction technology.  Key components to be assembled at ABB’s Traction factory in Mechanicsville, Virginia ABB has announced its collaboration with Stadler US to advance sustainable rail transport in the United States (US). The collaboration will see ABB supply its traction converters and Pro Series Traction Batteries for Metra’s and Caltrans’ fleets of new trainsets… View Article


Crescent Business Center to Expand in Hanover County, VA

Merritt Properties to Expand Light Industrial Park, Crescent Business Center, Near Richmond, VA First Building is 90 Percent Pre-Leased Before Groundbreaking Merritt Properties, a full-service commercial real estate developer with over 21 million square feet of space throughout Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina and Florida, announced on March 17, 2025 that it has just broken ground on an expansion at Crescent Business Center… View Article


Spring Into Hanover County, VA

As the chill of winter fades and spring breathes new life into the beautiful landscapes of Hanover County, Virginia, there’s no better time to explore all that this vibrant area has to offer. From family-friendly festivals and historical tours to outdoor adventures and seasonal celebrations, Hanover County transforms into a hub of activity perfect for every interest.  Here’s a list of events… View Article