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Appointments and Elections
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Mustafa Farzad has joined Williams Mullen in Virginia Beach as an associate in the finance and real estate section. His expertise includes advising on commercial finance and secured lending. He holds a juris doctor from the American University Washington College of Law.
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Several individuals were appointed to the GO Virginia Region 5 Council for three-year terms starting July 1, including:
- Terry Banez (Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce)
- Janet Days (City of Suffolk)
- Marshall Everett (Regent University)
- Monty Mason (William & Mary)
- Thomas McCarthy (Hourigan)
- Josh Miller (Adventum Group)
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Lydia Grimenstein has become the associate director of development for the Virginia Arts Festival, previously serving in fundraising roles with various arts organizations.
Awards and Honors
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Axana Soltan, a human rights lawyer from Virginia, is the first Virginian selected as a Dwight D. Eisenhower Global Scholar.
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The city of Norfolk received a triple crown award from the Government Finance Officers Association for exceptional financial reporting.
Grants and Donations
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Veterans Nathan Mercer and Christina Riggins received refurbished vehicles from the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program.
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The BayPort Foundation awarded $100,000 in scholarships to 35 students, planning to increase this to $150,000 next year.
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Keshia Taylor, director at Norfolk State University, secured a $150,000 grant for research on health equity in HBCUs.
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Chartway Credit Union awarded $4,000 scholarships to six Virginia students.
Openings
- Topsail Chiropractic opened in Suffolk.
- Currituck Rx opened a pharmacy in Moyock.
- A Nordstrom Rack store is set to open on October 22 in James City County.
- Tommy’s Express Car Wash is now open in York County.
- K-Bola Cuban Restaurant & Bar opened a new location in downtown Williamsburg.
Workforce Development
- The Newport News Opportunity Center has rebranded and expanded to focus on workforce development.
Upcoming Events
- 757 TechNite is scheduled for October 29 in Virginia Beach, honoring innovators in the Hampton Roads area.
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