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Business notes for the week of Feb. 26

See which organizations are giving back and which grant programs are seeking applications.

Cox expanding broadband into unserved areas of New Kent County

FXExpress Publications, Inc. Names FXExpress Travelers of the Year

Newtown (PRWEB) May 02, 2023 -- FXExpress Publications, Inc., the family of publications including Global Traveler, trazeetravel.com and whereverfamily.com,

Massive turnout for Virginia Beach State of the City | By the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce

More than 1,100 people came to the annual State of the City address hosted by the Hampton Roads Chamber to hear the great things happening in Virginia Beach.

Cox expands high-speed fiber network to reach 1,500 Suffolk businesses

The internet provider spent more than $3.5 million to install around 30 miles of fiber in the city.

Giving: 2 Roanoke Valley teachers named 'Education Heroes'

Two Roanoke Valley educators are among the 10 Cox Education Heroes for 2021 in Virginia.

'Look around the table and see who is missing' | Chamber notes

Black leaders urge companies to measure diversity goals

For example, companies should set diversity goals for hiring and procurement dollars, panelists said at a recent Hampton Roads Chamber event.

Chiazor: The Hottest Topic in 2021: Keeping People Connected

Nneka Chiazor Last year brought increased visibility to the importance of broadband. With many Virginians teleworking, students distance learning, and businesses trying to stay afloat by offering services online, broadband was at the epicenter of how we managed our “new normal.” As we start the first chapter of 2021, I have no doubt that keeping people connected in the truest sense will remain a hot topic especially when it comes to broadband and internet connectivity, as was indicated in the recent op-ed by Tim Dempsey. The fact is, it’s a complex issue with two very important yet different components intertwined in the conversation: accessibility and affordability.

Committee to help businesses with inclusion | Chamber notes

The Hampton Roads Chamber’s newly updated diversity, equity and inclusion committee will look to engage, empower and evaluate all inclusion efforts and initiatives in the business community.