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July 14, 2026

Governor Spanberger Announces $7.3 Million in Disaster Relief Grants to Support Helene Recovery Efforts

Funding Will Boost Long-Term Recovery After Tropical Storm Helene Damaged Localities in Southwest VirginiaGovernor Abigail Spanberger today announced $7.3 million in disaster relief grants to Giles and Washington counties and the Town of Fries to support…

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Governor Spanberger Announces $2.48 Million Investment to Expand Access to Capital for Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs Across Virginia

May 1, 2026

Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced $2.48 million in strategic investments through the Commonwealth's Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF), supporting six transformative projects that will expand access to financing for small businesses and entrepr…

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Governor Spanberger Announces $5.6 Million in GO Virginia Funding to Support Innovation & Economic Growth Across the Commonwealth

June 26, 2026

GO Virginia Grants Have Created 27,000 Jobs for Virginians to DateGovernor Abigail Spanberger today announced more than $5.6 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grants to support projects focused on increasing energy reliability,…

Governor Spanberger Announces $7.3 Million in Disaster Relief Grants to Support Helene Recovery Efforts

July 14, 2026

Funding Will Boost Long-Term Recovery After Tropical Storm Helene Damaged Localities in Southwest VirginiaGovernor Abigail Spanberger today announced $7.3 million in disaster relief grants to Giles and Washington counties and the Town of Fries to support…

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08.27.2026

Virginia Eviction Reduction Program (VERP) How-to-Apply Webinar | August

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) invites prospective applicants to attend a 2027–2028 Virginia Eviction Reduction Program (VERP) How to Apply Webinar.The webinars will provide an overview of the VERP application process, program requirements, eligible activities,…

2:00PM - 3:00PM

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09.01.2026

Virginia Eviction Reduction Program (VERP) How-to-Apply Webinar | September

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) invites prospective applicants to attend a 2027–2028 Virginia Eviction Reduction Program (VERP) How to Apply Webinar.The webinars will provide an overview of the VERP application process, program requirements, eligible activities,…

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Virtual

Virginia Main Street 2026 Fall Rev Up - Rocky Mount

09.14.2026

Virginia Main Street Fall 2026 Rev Up Workshop: Finding, Telling, and Amplifying Your Story | Rocky Mount

Join Virginia Main Street (VMS) for an engaging half-day Rev Up workshop focused on helping communities and organizations find, tell, and amplify the stories that define their downtowns and drive community pride. Through this workshop, led by Letterpress Communications, participants will explore…

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Rocky Mount | Harvester Performance Center

450 Franklin Street

Rocky Mount VA 24151

09.15.2026

GO Virginia State Board Meeting

Meeting details, including a link to the virtual meeting, will be provided closer to the board meeting date. For more information, please visit the GO Virginia Board page.

1:00PM - 3:00PM

Virginia Main Street 2006 Fall Rev Up - Portsmouth

09.15.2026

Virginia Main Street Fall 2026 Rev Up Workshop: Finding, Telling, and Amplifying Your Story | Portsmouth

Join Virginia Main Street (VMS) for an engaging half-day Rev Up workshop focused on helping communities and organizations find, tell, and amplify the stories that define their downtowns and drive community pride. Through this workshop, led by Letterpress Communications, participants will explore…

10:00PM - 3:00PM

Portsmouth

TBD

Portsmouth VA 23704

Virginia Main Street 2006 Fall Rev-Up - Colonial Beach

09.16.2026

Virginia Main Street Fall 2026 Rev Up Workshop: Finding, Telling, and Amplifying Your Story |Colonial Beach

Join Virginia Main Street (VMS) for an engaging half-day Rev Up workshop focused on helping communities and organizations find, tell, and amplify the stories that define their downtowns and drive community pride. Through this workshop, led by Letterpress Communications, participants will explore…

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Drift | Colonial Beach

101 Taylor Street, Ste 100 B,

Colonial Beach VA 22443

Virginia Main Street 2026 Fall Rev Up - St. Paul

09.18.2026

Virginia Main Street Fall 2026 Rev Up Workshop: Finding, Telling, and Amplifying Your Story | St. Paul

Join Virginia Main Street (VMS) for an engaging half-day Rev Up workshop focused on helping communities and organizations find, tell, and amplify the stories that define their downtowns and drive community pride. Through this workshop, led by Letterpress Communications, participants will explore…

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Lyric Theater | St. Paul

16620 Broad Street

St. Paul, VA 24283

10.07.2026

Virginia Telecommunications Initiative (VATI) How-to-Apply Webinar

Following the adoption of final guidelines and criteria for the VATI program, the Office of Broadband will host a How-To-Apply webinar for this program on October 7, 2026 from 1 PM - 2:30 PM. The How-To-Apply webinar will be held virtually using Microsoft Teams, with a call-in option also available…

1:00PM - 2:30PM

Virtual

12.08.2026

GO Virginia State Board Meeting

Meeting details, including a link to the virtual meeting, will be provided closer to the board meeting date. For more information, please visit the GO Virginia Board page.

1:00PM - 3:00PM

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Tenant and Landlord Resources

Current state law requires landlords and tenants to cooperate with each other in matters regarding nonpayment of rent and applying for rental assistance based on income eligibility and availability of rental assistance funds. If you feel like this is not happening, you should contact an attorney to learn more about your legal rights.

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Virginia Governor's Housing Conference

Mark your calendar for the annual Virginia Governor's Housing Conference! Join us every November for this three-day event packed full of educational sessions led by experts in housing, finance, and community development.

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Partners for Better Communities Podcast

Each episode features the voices of leaders and change makers across the commonwealth. We'll look at the innovation and inspiration at play as local, regional, and state leaders work together to create safe, affordable, and prosperous communities.

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Virginia Main Street Blog

Check out the latest happenings in the Main Street and downtown revitalization world through the Virginia Main Street Blog.

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Code Development Process

The Virginia Building Codes are updated through the code development process. Virginia is a leader in building and fire code development, and stakeholder input is vital to Virginia's code development process. Participation is encouraged and remote participation is made possible through cdpVA.

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Landlord Tenant Handbook

The Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA) handbook has been prepared to provide information on the rights, remedies and responsibilities of landlords and renters concerning the rental process. Before signing a lease, prospective tenants should read and understand the terms of the contract. Consulting a lawyer or the landlord for clarification of the rental agreement is advisable.

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