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In The News
Workforce and child development hub on track to open in Abingdon this summer
Travis Staton donned a hard hat Thursday and proudly showed off some of the features — from exploration labs to a cafe — of the first-of-its-kind Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub taking shape in Abingdon. Construction of the $25.5 million project started last July, and it is on schedule and about 85% complete, according to...
May 03, 2024
In The News
Southwest Virginia childcare providers tackle gaps with EO business challenge
ABINGDON, Va. (WCYB) — In a recent Southwest Virginia Childcare Landscape Report, almost half of surveyed businesses experience challenges hiring and retaining staff due to...
May 02, 2024
Articles
Beth McConkey, EO’s VP of Marketing and Communications, sat down with Lindsey Holderfield, Director of Employer Services, to learn more about the Shared Service Alliance,...
April 05, 2024
Press Releases
For Immediate Release: The United Way of Southwest Virginia Announces Shift in Program Delivery
Abingdon, VA (February 20, 2024) - After extensive consideration and in response to the tremendous growth of programs, the United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA)...
February 20, 2024
Press Releases
Anne and Gene Worrell Foundation Commits $1.5 Million to Regional Workforce and Childcare Hub
Abingdon, VA (December 11, 2023) - United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) is excited to announce a funding commitment of $1.5 million from the Anne...
December 12, 2023
