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COVID-19 Resources New Statewide Measures to Contain COVID-19 Effective November 15th Read more

Innovation in a Time of Covid

York County businesses share creative solutions in these quick clips. View the Videos
Winners Announced for Start Peninsula 2020

Following two virtual micro pitch competitions and a final pitch competition, Start Peninsula is pleased to announce its three winners for 2020: Chair One Fitness, Hottrok and Wave Coffee Brewer. Read the Press Release
A Legacy in Development

After nearly two decades as EDA chairman, renowned architect R. Anderson “Rick” Moberg is passing the torch Read the Article
Space for Lease at Riverwalk Landing 319 Water St.

SPACE 319 | ~653 S.F. | AVAILABLE NOW For more information, contact Jim Noel 757-890-3318 Property Flyer
700 Old York-Hampton Hwy.

The T-Rex Technology Center is a Data Center and Digital Port at the crossroads of Electronic Commerce. Contact James Leach 571-383-8895 Property Flyer
Come dine where every day is Cinco de Mayo

York County is different than what Jonathan Hernandez expected. Back in 2007, his whole family was preparing to move here from the sprawling San Fernando Valley outside Los Angeles. Read the Article
REBUILD! VA Small Business Grant

A program to help small businesses and non-profits whose normal operations were disrupted by COVID-19. Apply
York County Welcomes New Businesses

Check out our latest edition of "New In Town" where we serve up a brand new retailer on Route 17, plus a couple of cool cafe's to get hot coffee and homemade sweets. Read more...
Resources

We understand that you're facing great uncertainty right now. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and working to compile several resources that can help you, our local business owners and operators, navigate through this challenging time. Business Resources
York County's new Enhanced Online Service Portal for Citizens, Builders, and Contractors

The enhanced Customer Service Request Portal accepts inspection requests from builders/contractors and provide a more user-friendly online system for citizens to request assistance and to track status. Read the Press Release
Congratulations Snow Companies!

Snow Companies is among the Inside Business 2019 TOP WORKPLACES IN HAMPTON ROADS recipients. Event Information
York County Joins ‘LOVEVA’ Program

Offers Incentives to Merchants and Shoppers. York County Partners with Retail Alliance’s Loyalty App, Where Customers Collect Rewards Across Local Businesses; Provides Grant for Businesses to Get Listed Read on...
York County Shopping & Dining Guide

With more than 100 restaurants and 30 different retail centers York County, Virginia has something for every palate and every budget! View the Guide
York County featured in National Business Magazine

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Start Peninsula judges pick fitness, coffee and heated floor concepts as winners

Three startups will get $5,000 each and help growing their businesses after winning this year’s virtual Start Peninsula contest on Nov. 4. Read the Article
REBUILD VA Program allotted additional $30 million, eligibility expanded

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Lilac Lane expands and reopens in Yorktown

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Rick Moberg, founder of James River Architects and longtime York EDA chairman

“One of the things we always try to do is have something that’s pleasant to look at, pleasant to work in and will endure the test of time,” Rick Moberg said. Read the Article
Surplus State Land to be transformed into Light Industrial Park and Solar Farm

Project marks achievement of region working together across borders— generating shared revenue and facilities access for six participating localities Read the Press Release

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Position Yourself For Growth!

Bringing your business to York County is a smart decision. Our coastal location in southeastern Virginia is part of the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), encompassing a population in excess of 1.7 million. We're 20 minutes from the Port of Virginia and less than an hour from Richmond. Our low cost of doing business, combined with the high quality of living, presents executives and decision makers with an opportunity that must be explored.

We invite you to join the thriving businesses who have already discovered our strong, supportive business environment and excellent lifestyle for employees and their families.