It's time once again for the annual Stafford County Business Appreciation Reception.
The event is organized by the county's economic development department, which we told you are under new management with the appointment of Liz Barber as the new department head.
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Voodoo Brothers will replace the once-popular Okra's Cajun Creole restaurant in Downtown Manassas.
The new owners, Luke Tamer and Antonio Escamilla plan to bring "Bourbon Street" to Center Street, adding crawfish boils and an outdoor bar, the told the city government, included the restaurant announcement in its newsletter.
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Stafford County has a new director of economic development. Liz Barber was named the ED for the county, the second in less than a year.
It's a promotion for Barber, who was already serving as the interim director and had been working as a business manager before that since 2023.
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The Manassas government will expand the number of acres it owns by purchasing the Manassas Shopping Center.
The Economic Development Authority of the City of Manassas (EDA) will buy a shopping center, a mainstay at 9018 Mathis Avenue, to help spur the long-planned redevelopment and revitalization of the Mathis Avenue corridor.
The purchase comes after the city announced the purchase of the former 20-acre Marsteller Middle School property at 8730 Sudley Road for $10 million, with plans to transform it into the city’s 21st public park.
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City leaders and Van Metre Homes came together today, March 11, 2024, to celebrate the groundbreaking of Ashberry, a new residential community set to redefine the landscape of Manassas.
With 247 units planned for Historic Downtown Manassas, Ashberry will offer residents a unique opportunity to embrace a vibrant, transit-oriented lifestyle in the heart of the city. The homes will be built on top of more than 60 parcels that contain older, single-family homes that will be demolished as part of the project.
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A quintet of Manassas-based companies emerged triumphant at the prestigious Annual Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, held at the Foxchase Manor events center on February 23.
Against a backdrop of fierce competition from local enterprises, four standout champions were crowned in their respective categories. ARTfactory clinched the esteemed Agnes L. Colgan Award for Arts & Education, while ECU Communications LLC secured the title of Government Contracting Company of the Year. Manassas Ballet Theatre gracefully waltzed away with the Community Outreach Award (11+ employees), and MP Copiers, Inc. proudly claimed the Veteran-Owned Company of the Year honor.
The pinnacle recognition, the City of Manassas Business of the Year, was bestowed upon Micron Technology, Inc., a global titan in the semiconductor industry. With a workforce exceeding 1,300 in Manassas, Micron’s memory products top Virginia’s export charts and rank second globally. Their dedication to community engagement and education underscores their indispensable role in the region’s economic and social landscape.
Micron’s influence extends far beyond corporate success. Their role in securing $250,000 in initial GO Virginia funding for a state-of-the-art engineering technology “Fabrication Laboratory” in Northern Virginia demonstrates their commitment to fostering high-paying engineering jobs in the Greater Manassas region. This initiative, built upon established internship programs and educational partnerships with local institutions, reflects Micron’s dedication to driving innovation and growth, marking it as the largest capital investment in Virginia’s history with a recent $3 billion investment in R&D.
“Micron Technology epitomizes excellence both locally and globally, and its profound contributions to our community are immeasurable,” remarked Manassas City Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger. “Beyond its substantial employment opportunities, Micron’s commitment to education, environmental stewardship, and cultural enhancement enriches the fabric of Manassas.”
In addition to Micron’s triumph, other noteworthy awardees included Dr. Carol Shapiro, MD MBA, recipient of the Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award, and The ARC of Greater Prince William, honored with the Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Award in Health & Human Services. The Explore Program, a collaboration between Todos Neighborhood Market and Prince William County Public Schools Special Education Department, was recognized as the Innovative Practice or Partnership of the Year.
The complete list of winners is as follows:
- City of Manassas Business of the Year: Micron Technology, Inc.
- Agnes L. Colgan Award for Arts & Education: ARTfactory
- Government Contracting Company of the Year: ECU Communications LLC
- Community Outreach Award (11+ employees): Manassas Ballet Theatre
- Veteran-Owned Company of the Year: MP Copiers, Inc.
- Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award: Dr. Carol Shapiro, MD MBA
- Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Award – Health & Human Services: The ARC of
Greater Prince William - Innovative Practice or Partnership of the Year: Explore Program: Todos Neighborhood
- Community Outreach Award (1-10 Employees): Hire Ground
- Business Excellence (1-10 Employees): ALD & Associates LLC
- Business Excellence (11+ Employees): Villagio Hospitality Group
- Emerging Business of the Year: Because of Why
- People’s Choice Award: Nova Specialty Contracting
Manassas is in talks to acquire the former 20-acre Marsteller Middle School property at 8730 Sudley Road, with plans to transform it into the city's 21st public park.
The proposed purchase, estimated at $10 million from the Manassas Baptist Church, marks a significant step toward addressing the longstanding shortage of park and recreation facilities within the city, officials said.
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The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced the opening of nominations for the 2024 Annual Awards & Gala: A Night at the Monte Carlo, scheduled for April 12 at the Fredericksburg Conference Center at 6:30 p.m. The event aims to recognize local businesses for excellence in categories including Small Business and Large Business of the Year, as well as Entrepreneur of the Year.
“The Gala is a night of tremendous celebration for our area’s business community,” remarked Susan Spears, President & CEO of the Chamber. “As the engine that makes our region run, it is important to spotlight the businesses and community leaders and thank them for all they do.”
