May 02
2018
MELD Manufacturing Corporation Awarded RAPID + TCT Innovation Award for Patented MELD Technology
The accolade recognizes technological advancement in the 3D printing and additive manufacturing industries FROM MELD, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, VA – On Thursday, April 26, 2018, MELD Manufacturing Corporation was selected from the more than 300 exhibitors at RAPID + TCT 2018 as the recipient of the Innovation Award. RAPID + TCT, a 3D printing and additive […] Read moreApr 24
2018
New NRV Community Pages Now Live
NEW RIVER VALLEY, VA – Onward NRV has officially published new NRV community pages that showcase each county and city in the region. Each page can be accessed by hovering over the “Our Region” tab or visiting the “Our Region” page. “The new and improved community pages on our regional website do a great job […] Read moreApr 24
2018
NRV Company TORC Is Disrupting the Auto Industry
If you haven’t heard, automated and driverless technology is thriving in Virginia’s New River Valley. That’s right, NRV Company TORC and their revolutionary technology are disrupting the auto industry. Founded in 2005, TORC continues to create and refine self-driving technology for varying environments, from city street bustle to off-road adventure. TORC actively works with mining […] Read moreApr 20
2018
Governor Northam Nominates Opportunity Zones, Six Located in NRV
NEW RIVER VALLEY, VA – Governor Northam announced the nomination of Virginia Opportunity Zones yesterday to the U.S. Department of Treasury. The Governor nominated a total of 212 sites (the maximum number allowed). There are 6 nominated Opportunity Zones in the NRV. Click for full, interactive map. (via esri) “Opportunity zones are an important federal […] Read moreApr 17
2018
Crenshaw Lighting Expanding in Floyd County
FROM FLOYD COUNTY, VA – Floyd County today announced that Crenshaw Lighting is expanding in Floyd, Virginia. The project will create 56 jobs, for a total of 120 jobs. The Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission approved a $100,000 Tobacco Regional Opportunity Fund grant and $50,000 loan for this project. Tobacco Commission Executive Director, Evan Feinman said, […] Read moreApr 16
2018
Aeroprobe Corporation Commercializes MELD Technology
~Machine sales and manufacturing services will be managed by newly-announced subsidiary, MELD Manufacturing Corporation~ FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY, VA – On Thursday, April 12, 2018, Aeroprobe Corporation announced MELD, its proprietary manufacturing technology, is moving into a new phase of commercialization that includes the spinout of MELD Manufacturing Corporation. These announcements come after more than a […] Read moreApr 09
2018
Blacksburg a Top 100 Best Place to Live
BLACKSBURG, VA – The Town of Blacksburg is a Top 100 Best Place to Live according to Livability.com. Blacksburg came in at number 63 out of almost 2,300 cities. The small and mid-sized towns and cities were ranked using 40 data points that analyzed economics, education, housing, and more. “The college town atmosphere in Blacksburg […] Read moreApr 04
2018
Roanoke Times: Floyd County Embraces Artisan Flair in New Push to Boost Local Economy
FLOYD COUNTY VA (excerpt from Roanoke Times) – Floyd County’s tourism and economic development officials have been working for over a year on an initiative designed to boost that local craftsmanship economy, with a focus on agriculture, food and forestry related ventures. They’re calling the campaign “Floyd Grown.” “It has been the backbone to our […] Read moreApr 04
2018
New Brochures Showcase NRV Industries
New River Valley, VA – Onward NRV has officially published new brochures that showcase the region’s competitive advantages in: Advanced Manufacturing, Information Technology, Food Processing & Agribusiness, and Unmanned Systems. Through a comprehensive study with the Virginia Tech Office of Economic Development, Onward NRV identified four key clusters to support and grow in the region. […] Read moreMar 29
2018