The Weldon Cooper Center at the University of Virginia projects that Albemarle's population will grow from around 116,000 now to more than 155,000 people in 2050, generating the need for services in a county where growth and development is only allowed on 5 percent of the land mass.
For decades, the promise of economic revitalization has tantalized Southwest Virginia. The sparsely populated region, once home to booming coal mining and tobacco industries, has had money and resources thrown at it by local, state and federal governments, but it’s still had a difficult time finding its footing.
After years of discussions, one of the biggest capital projects in Frederick County's history was approved Wednesday night by the Board of Supervisors.
Prospective commercial and residential developments will be among the topics discussed at two upcoming all-day retreats for Isle of Wight County officials.