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Jul 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission Rural Accelerator Committee Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed an update on Project #4455, which involves a $1.5 million grant to the Industrial Development Authority of Tazewell County for the Wolf Creek Resort and Lodge project. The committee approved an extension of the grant expiration date from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with all other conditions remaining unchanged.
May 13, 2026
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Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission Education Committee Meeting
The committee held a meeting to discuss and review recommendations for the Workforce Financial Aid (WFA) grant awards for the 2026-27 Fiscal Year. Due to the lack of a physical quorum, the committee conducted non-binding votes to recommend approval of several grant awards to various community colleges, including specific funding allocations for projects at Brightpoint Community College Foundation, Central Virginia Community College Educational Foundation, Danville Community College, Patrick & Henry Community College Foundation, Southern Virginia Higher Education Center, Southside Virginia Community College Foundation, Virginia Western Community College, Mountain Empire Community College, New River Community College Educational Foundation, Southwest Virginia Community College, Virginia Highlands Community College Educational Foundation, and Wytheville Community College.
May 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission Full Commission Meeting
The Commission focused on several key agenda items, including updates on the Large Animal Veterinary Assistance Program and discussions regarding large animal veterinary workforce challenges in Virginia. Significant financial actions were taken, including the approval of numerous grants across Business Development, Sites and Infrastructure, Tourism, Agribusiness, and Workforce Financial Aid programs. The Commission authorized changes in staff positions, approved the fiscal year 2027 budget, and extended performance periods for several existing projects. Additionally, the Commission discussed and authorized actions regarding the transfer of ownership of a tire-test system related to a previously funded project, and reviewed and approved various committee recommendations for regional economic and educational initiatives.
May 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission Incentives and Loans Committee Incentives and Loans Committee Meeting
The committee received an overview of the Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund program and approved fifth-year performance period extensions for two specific projects to incorporate additional data. Following a closed session held to discuss sensitive economic development matters, including potential loans and grants, the committee moved to proceed with a project award for Project Ironbridge.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.