Stafford Economic Development: “University of Mary Washington’s Continuing & Professional Studies Department is launching a series of 1-day seminars to build leadership and business skills in the Fredericksburg region.”

“The Stafford EDA has invested over 50 seats to the Business Acumen Series to support the Stafford Business Community with educational resources. You may be eligible to attend these educational sessions on behalf of the Stafford EDA.”


Press release: “Harbor Freight Tools, America’s go-to store for quality tools at the lowest prices, has announced that it will be opening a new store in [North] Stafford, VA. The new store will be located at 263 Garrisonville Road [next to Aldi grocery] and is expected to open this summer. An official opening date will be announced closer to opening.”

“Construction has already begun at the location, using local workers and companies from the surrounding Stafford area. “We’ve been looking to open a location in Stafford for a number of years so that we can provide the tools and equipment at tremendous values to the community,” said Trey Feiler, Senior Vice President, Real Estate and Construction for Harbor Freight Tools.”


Go Stafford Virginia: “An all new mobile axe throwing business is now traveling to you! This new business, Relaxe & Throw, celebrated their grand opening and official ribbon cutting on Saturday, May 27 at Highmark Brewery in Stafford, Virginia.”

“Relaxe & Throw is a new business offering an axe throwing experience, bringing two axe throwing lanes on a 18-foot mobile trailer, fully caged and equipped with dual throwing targets, LED lighting inside and outside for the night owls, and a roof in case of inclement weather.”


Press release: Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has been named one of the nation’s “Best Nursing Homes 2022-23” by U.S. News & World Report. The 120-bed skilled nursing facility, formerly Envoy of Woodbridge, provides post-hospital care, short-term rehab and long-term residential care.”

“This honor is a testament to the excellent work being done by Belmont Bay’s care team members and the facility’s ongoing effort to provide high-quality clinical services in a modern environment,” said Megan Shilling, regional director of market development for Marquis Health Consulting Services, which supports Belmont Bay.”


Fox News: “Giant Food, which operates 165 supermarkets in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware, has taken measures to combat theft and keep stores safe, according to a report in the Washington Post. The steps include limiting store entrances, hiring security guards, restricting the number of items at self-checkout stands, putting fewer high-value items on shelves and securing razor blades in containers that make noise if opened.”

“Company President Ira Kress said he’s seen theft rise at least “tenfold in the last five years” and violence increase “exponentially.”


The Stafford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) held their annual Business Appreciation Reception on May 17, 2023, at Cyber Bytes Foundation, at 1010 Corporate Drive in Stafford County.

This year’s theme ‘Celebrating Businesses through the Decades’ exemplified the Stafford community’s growth over the years and shadowed the future of business.


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