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Sentinel Blue report says CMMC delays stem from cost and complexity, not assessor shortage
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A new Sentinel Blue report, based on interviews with five independent C3PAOs, argues the Defense Industrial Base’s CMMC Level 2 readiness gap is being driven by cost, complexity and poor preparation more than a lack of assessors.
Nicholls Auction sets bid deadline for Orange County home with outbuildings
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Nicholls Auction Marketing Group will close bidding Wednesday, Aug. 12, on a 3-bedroom ranch home on 2.7 acres in Orange County, Virginia.
Veteran-led startup KAP PRO launches drone training platform
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KAP PRO, a veteran-founded startup in Alexandria, Virginia, is launching a drone training app and broader platform aimed at helping users earn FAA certification, build drone businesses and connect with clients.
Portsmouth museum initiative will spotlight Black women innovators
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A new museum effort in Virginia aims to preserve and elevate the stories of Black women whose leadership has shaped generations.
Thrive Financial closes Series A to expand home improvement financing platform
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Thrive Financial said July 31, 2026, that it closed a Series A led by Flintlock Capital, with participation from 1st & Main Growth Partners and Citi SPRINT. The Virginia-based fintech plans to use the funding to expand product development,…
North Wind plays key engineering role in NASA's new flight research wind tunnel
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North Wind helped design the core systems behind NASA’s new Flight Dynamics Research Facility at Langley Research Center, a 25,000-square-foot wind tunnel that opened with a ribbon-cutting last week.
Jim Chou wins top prize at 2026 Washington International Piano Competition
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Dr. Jim Chou of New York City won the Grand Prize at the 2026 Washington International Piano Competition in Washington, D.C., after four days of performances by 21 pianists from around the world.
PTC’DC 2026 to focus on AI infrastructure, power and policy
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PTC will bring digital infrastructure leaders, hyperscale executives, investors and government officials to Reston, Virginia, on Sept. 17 for PTC’DC 2026. The event will center on AI’s growing power demand, capital concentration and geopolitical…
ASAP Semiconductor wins supplier approval from RTX
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ASAP Semiconductor said it has been approved as a supplier for RTX Corporation, expanding the California distributor’s role in aerospace and defense procurement.
Three businesses earn 15th straight Talk Award for customer service
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Three companies in Texas, Washington and Virginia received their 15th consecutive Talk Award for Outstanding Customer Service, marking a long run of high customer feedback.
People Incorporated, FSBO launch financial literacy partnership
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People Incorporated of Virginia and For Small Business Only LLC are teaming up to launch the Financial Literacy Cohort™, a new financial education program for Southwest Virginia participants in workforce development programs.
Bishops Artist Group opens scouting for Talent INC. Orlando event
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Bishops Artist Group, the Leesburg, Virginia-based talent agency led by Jason Bishop, is scouting models, actors, singers and dancers for Talent INC.’s August event in Orlando, Florida.
D.C. Prime buys champion steer at Loudoun County Fair to back local youth
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D.C. Prime purchased the Champion Steer at the 2026 Loudoun County Fair Livestock Auction, continuing a local tradition and directing support to a young exhibitor and the county’s agricultural community.
Modern Mill taps Palmer-Donavin to expand ACRE in the Southeast
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Modern Mill has named Palmer-Donavin as a new distributor for ACRE across Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
Beacon Wealth Consultants lands No. 4333 on 2026 Inc. 5000
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Beacon Wealth Consultants was ranked No. 4333 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Iced refresher drinks ride summer heat wave in 2026
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Cakes by Happy Eatery says iced refresher drinks are driving summer beverage trends in 2026, with lighter, lower-sugar drinks gaining traction across cafes and chains.
ASAP Semiconductor approved as Northrop Grumman supplier
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ASAP Semiconductor said Aug. 10, 2026, that Northrop Grumman has approved it as a supplier, expanding the California distributor’s defense-sector reach.
Meta, AWS and Google push major data center expansion in July
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Aterio’s July 2026 update shows hyperscalers and power-backed developers accelerating large campus builds across North America, with Meta, AWS, Microsoft and Google among the biggest movers.
Collaborative Shared Technologies expands AI and Microsoft capabilities
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Collaborative Shared Technologies LLC says it is investing in AI governance, Microsoft technologies, knowledge management, and federal contracting skills as founder Asha Peterson deepens professional training and industry engagement.
Borenstein Group makes Washington Business Journal’s 2026 ad agency list
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The Borenstein Group was named to the Washington Business Journal’s 2026 ranking of the largest advertising agencies in Greater Washington, underscoring the firm’s longtime position in GovCon-focused marketing.
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