McDonnell Makes Va. Most Veteran Friendly State

Apr 30, 2010

RICHMOND - In conjunction with this weekend’s Crown Royal Heath Calhoun 400 at Richmond International Raceway, Governor Bob McDonnell wants Virginia to give back to veterans who have put their lives on the line.

Thursday he signed legislation aimed at making Virginia the nation’s most veteran friendly state. He proclaimed May as “Crown Royal Heath Calhoun 400” month. The race was named after a Virginia veteran and paralympic athlete.

McDonnell directs formulation of policy to expand affordable housing

Apr 29, 2010

Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) announced this morning that his administration will develop a comprehensive policy to promote affordable housing. He said it would be the first time an effort to develop a wide-reaching strategy to address the issue has been centered in the governor’s office.

‘Bob’s for Jobs’ pays off ... Virginia gets Northrop Grumman Read more at the Washington Examiner:

Apr 29, 2010

A celebratory mood is running through Virginia and nowhere is that more evident than in the Governor’s Mansion in Richmond. During the 2009 gubernatorial campaign, Bob McDonnell campaigned on “Bob’s for Jobs,” an issue that struck a chord with Virginians who were in the midst of financially difficult times.

Wine industry show to be in Richmond in 2011

Apr 29, 2010

Virginia’s burgeoning wine industry scored a victory yesterday with the announcement that North America’s second-largest vineyard and winery trade show and conference will he held in Richmond next year.  The Wineries Unlimited trade show is expected to bring about 2,000 visitors and $1.5 million in revenue to Virginia, Gov. Bob McDonnell’s office announced.

McDonnell gets praise from both sides of the aisle over Northrop deal

Apr 28, 2010

Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) came to Rosslyn this afternoon to formally announce that Northrop Grumman has chosen Virginia for the location of its new headquarters. We’ll be bringing you a full report on the afternoon news conference later. But one thing is clear: McDonnell is reveling in the big economic development win.

Governor: Quality of life attracted Northrop Grumman to Virginia

Apr 27, 2010

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell says quality of life and a business friendly government ultimately wooed Northrop Grumman Corp. to choose Northern Virginia for its corporate headquarters.  He also says the commonwealth is giving the company $12 million to $14 million in various incentives.

McDonnell Focuses on Jobs in Visit to Martinsville

Apr 26, 2010

Governor Bob McDonnell traveled to Martinsville today to visit personally with workers recently laid-off from American of Martinsville and to formally present a loan check from the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority to Monogram Snacks.

Summing up the state budget: what amendments mean

Apr 26, 2010

At Gov. Bob McDonnell’s recommendation, the legislature approved two budget measures that will increase fees and court fines. One will increase the fine from $5 to $6 per mile per hour in excess of the posted speed limit.

McDonnell marks 100 days in office

Apr 26, 2010

[Video] Sunday marks the first 100 days Governor Bob McDonnell has been in office.

Northrop Grumman Chooses Virginia for Corporate Headquarters

Apr 26, 2010

Governor Bob McDonnell today announced that Northrop Grumman Corporation, a leading global security company, will relocate its corporate headquarters from Los Angeles to Virginia, creating 300 new jobs in the Commonwealth.