Musk Left Government. Will Democrats Lose Their Bogeyman?
Virginia Democrats turn to Cooper Center data to understand economic impact of Musk and DOGE.
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Graceful Growth
According to the Cooper Center, Richmond's surrounding counties are striving to manage development and change.
Richmond Magazine
Millennials are still leaving SWVA, but at slower rate
Millennials are leaving Southwest Virginia, although the Cooper Center's study of the latest demographic trends indicate a change may be on the horizon.
WVTF/RadioIQ
Albemarle County study reveals residential growth comes at a cost
Albemarle County commissioned a Weldon Cooper study on residential growth.
NBC29
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)
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.
Rocktown Now
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
New reports suggest U.S., Virginia economies are slowing
Virginia’s economy is on track to contract by the end of 2025.
WVTF/RadioIQ
‘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
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.
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