Harrisonburg City Council reviews report of school enrollment projections
A Cooper Center study helped determine future growth in the City of Harrisonburg and how schools can prepare for it.
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‘Lagging’ forecast for Virginia’s economy
More economic data from the federal government and local economists indicates Virginia may be part of a slowing economy.
Virginia Public Media/NPR
Virginia Beach council approves referendum on voting system for November ballot
A 2023 Cooper Center survey shows that 81% of residents favored the 10-1 system now up for a vote in a November referendum.
WHRO-TV (Norfolk)
New reports suggest U.S., Virginia economies are slowing
Virginia’s economy is on track to contract by the end of 2025.
WVTF/RadioIQ
Report warns of deep hit to Virginia’s economy, citing federal government cuts - WTOP News
Cuts to the federal workforce and government spending will mean a significant hit to Virginia’s economy this year, according the latest economic forecast from the Weldon Cooper Center.
WTOP-Washington, D.C.
Experts say cuts would decimate Virginia’s state and local budgets
More than 320,000 Virginians who work in federal civilian jobs could end up unemployed.
Virginia Independent News
Cooper Center Releases April 2025 Economic Forecast for Virginia
Press release announcing the April 2025 economic forecast for the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.
Interest in Southwest Virginia grows among solar developers
Thirteen commercial solar developments have been approved in far Southwest Virginia since 2020, according to a state database.
Cardinal News
Why Am I Still Confused on this Proposed Election System Referendum…
That's understandable, it's a complex issue. Let's break it down.
City of Virginia Beach
Northern Virginia braces for more job losses
Cooper Center researchers shared data with policy makers on the implication of workforce reductions.
Newsbreak
‘Worse than COVID’: Local Virginia leaders urge action in response to federal funding cuts
A Virginia House of Delegates emergency committee met in Alexandria with researchers in search of solutions to the economic crisis unfolding across the region.
The Dogwood
Virginia Beach considers holding a referendum on voting system
The referendum would ask residents if they prefer voting by district or at-large for city government.
WHRO-TV (Norfolk)
Virginia's lumber industry looks to Trump, new markets for help
Cooper Center economist Terry Rephann weighs in on the factors affecting forestry in Virginia.
WVTF/RadioIQ
Virginia’s Economy Looks Good now, but What About Tomorrow?
UVA’s Weldon Cooper Center is rolling out a new quarterly report to quickly predict economic changes.
UVA Today
