Alexandria Troupe, a licensed agent at River Fox Realty in Richmond, discusses the real estate market in Richmond and Virginia as a whole, including the factors that draw homebuyers to Virginia and the Commonwealth’s relative affordability along the Interstate 95 corridor.

An op-ed by former Virginia Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Cathie Vick and Virginia Business Higher Education Council President Kirk Cox highlights how internships and work-based learning are critical to connecting students with employers, and helping businesses of all sizes find the talent they need.

Technical services company will invest $1.58 million, creating 28 jobs

Architectural millwork manufacturer will invest $320,000 and retrain 10 employees

Construction product manufacturer will invest $1.5 million and 27 jobs.