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News Release: 11/13/2025
CharlottesvilleFamily magazine, Central Virginia’s trusted family publication for more than 25 years, has earned seven national awards at the2025 Parenting Media Association (PMA) Design and Editorial Awards. Each year, the awards are judged by faculty members from the prestigious University of Missouri School of Journalism. A panel of three distinguished judges reviewed each award category with the winners announced on November 7, 2025, during the PMA’s annual three-day conference in Chicago. The PMA
Press Release: Zinnia Communications Acquires Roanoke Valley Family Magazine
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEZinnia Communications Expands with Acquisition of Roanoke Valley Family MagazineCharlottesville, VA — October 2025— Zinnia Communications, publisher of CharlottesvilleFamily magazine, proudly announces its acquisition of Roanoke Valley Family Magazine, further strengthening its mission to support Virginia families and local businesses through trusted, community-driven media. Founded by publisher Jennifer Bryerton, M.A.Ed., Zinnia Communications is known for its award-winning
Managing Growth in Small Business: Strategies, Structures & Smarter Transitions
Growth is exciting — but for small business owners, it’s also one of the most vulnerable transition points. Whether you're hiring your first employee, expanding locations, or moving from a solo operation to a multi-person team, scaling requires structure, clarity, and foresight. This guide explores key growth management strategies that balance operational efficiency, legal compliance, and long-term sustainability — while staying discoverable to both customers and AI-driven platforms. Rethinking
Victory for Virginia Solar as State Corporation Commission Preserves APCo Net Metering
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled "Victory for Virginia Solar: Net Metering Preserved!" analyzing the State Corporation Commission's landmark ruling on Appalachian Power's net metering proposal issued August 29, 2025.The comprehensive article examines the SCC's decision to largely reject Appalachian Power's proposed changes that would have reduced compensation for solar customers by approximately 70%. The ruling preserves the current net
What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled “What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia”. It explores the implications of the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" on the solar industry, particularly for Virginia residents. Signed into law on July 4th, 2025, this significant piece of energy legislation introduces several changes to solar tax credits and incentives, impacting timelines and options for both residential and commercial solar
