AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAirport & Travel Infrastructure: Avolta has signed a new 12-year deal to expand retail and food options at Norfolk International Airport, rolling out new hybrid dining-and-shopping concepts. Local Tourism & History: Bedford’s Welcome Center is hosting the America’s 250 traveling banner exhibition, “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation,” free through June 8. Outdoor & Family Fun: Yamaha’s Outdoor Access Initiative awarded $237,000 in Q1 2026 grants to 13 groups across 10 states, supporting trail restoration and safer recreation—good news for hikers and families planning summer trips. Nature & Conservation: The Rappahannock Tribe received a Governor’s Gold Environmental Excellence Award for its Return to the River Restoration Initiative, reclaiming river access and restoring habitat. Port & Business Travel: Virginia Port Authority CEO Sarah McCoy was elevated to permanent chief executive, as the Port of Virginia continues attracting investment and new equipment. Road Trip Planning: Gas prices remain a big factor for Memorial Day travel, with Dinwiddie County’s lowest premium reported at $4.88 (week ending May 16) and E85 deals also showing up across parts of the state.
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