‘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.
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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
‘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
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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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
Virginia Gov. Youngkin touts new state website for fired federal workers
Cooper Center director shares data on federal workforce in Virginia and the impact of cuts.
The Washington Post
Virginia Population Change: 2020 to 2024
Virginia's Public Access Project calls upon Cooper Center data for a graphic on population change in Virginia.
Virginia Public Access Project
Weldon Cooper Forecast Released - Va. Business
The University of Virginia’s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service’s inaugural economic forecast released Monday. Weldon Cooper economists predict Virginia’s gross domestic product in 2025 will increase 2.4%, outpacing national GDP growth. T
Virginia Business Magazine