Groundbreaking Ceremony at Hitachi
Hitachi Energy Breaks Ground on Historic South Boston Expansion Community leaders, elected officials, and Hitachi Energy employees gathered today to celebrate a milestone that will shape the future of Halifax County as Hitachi Energy officially broke ground on its transformational expansion in South Boston. The $457 million investment will create approximately 825 new jobs and establish the South Boston campus as the largest producer of large power transformers in the United States. The expansion
SVHEC and SVCC Partner to Increase Access to HVAC Training
The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center (SVHEC) and Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) recently announced a partnership agreement to expand access to training in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). Through the agreement, SVHEC’s HVAC program will be offered in partnership with SVCC, giving students the opportunity to enroll in the program as either credit or non-credit students. Students who enroll for credit will complete their training in South Boston, VA, earn college
SBA Offers Relief to North Carolina Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought
OFFICE OF DISASTER RECOVERY & RESILIENCE Release Date: June 8, 2026Release Number: NC-20027-01 Contact:Sherrell.Pyatt@sba.gov Follow us onX, Facebook, LinkedIn, &Instagram SBA Offers Relief to North Carolina Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought Low-interest disaster loans now available WASHINGTON —The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in
Halifax County Chamber of Commerce Launches “Forward Momentum Committee” to Drive Local Pride and Economic Growth
The Halifax County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the official launch of the Forward Momentum Committee, a proactive new initiative dedicated to showcasing local progress and fostering community-wide pride. In an era of rapid change, the Forward Momentum Committee will serve as a catalyst for positive storytelling and strategic growth. The committee’s mission is built on four key pillars: showcasing active growth, highlighting the best of the county, building deeper community connections, and
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Wild Grace Esthetics now at Fruit of the Spirit!
Fruit of the Spirit Message & Wellness announces partnership with Wild Grace Esthetics! "Hi! My name is Kelsey Bradshaw, a licensed esthetician and recent graduate of Aveda Institute Chapel Hill. I’m the face behind Wild Grace Esthetics, where my goal is to help you feel confident, relaxed, and glowing in your skin. I offer customized, treatment-focused facials and professional waxing services designed to deliver real results while still giving you time to unwind and recharge. Each service is thoughtfully
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News Release: 3/3/2026
2026 Legislative Agenda CLICK HERE to view webpage with bill listings.The Halifax County Chamber of Commerce represents more than 370 businesses employing approximately 6200 people in Halifax County. The Chamber is the premier advocate for business and industry in the region and projects a unified voice on key issues that affect the business community. Our Chamber believes that the success for both our region and the Commonwealth depends on investments and priorities that stimulate and advance economic
