FEBRUARY 2026

RIBBON CUTTING & ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT CRUSH IT ART BAR

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce celebrated one year of Crush It Art Bar with a ribbon cutting full of joy, creativity, and community. This milestone is especially meaningful knowing the many obstacles owner Darsey Whitlow overcame along the way, never losing sight of her mission to make art welcoming, accessible, and empowering for everyone.

Want to hear more about how Crush It Art Bar came to be? Click here to check out our December episode of "Behind the Biz: Isle Edition," where Darsey looks back on one year in business!


NEW BUSINESS LICENSES: JANUARY

See the full list of new December business licenses:

PDF Format (.pdf) or Excel Format (.xlsx)

New Business Highlight from January:

• Picker Frank's Antiques & Collectibles (Smithfield)



We extend a warm welcome to all of our new businesses.

Thank you for putting down roots to grow in Isle of Wight County!

BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWAL TIME!

Attention Business Owners: It's time to renew your business licenses! Renew before the deadline below in order to avoid penalties:

Isle of Wight County: March 2, 2026

Town of Windsor: April 15, 2026

Town of Smithfield: April 15, 2026

*If your business has closed or relocated outside your current jurisdiction, 
please contact the appropriate County or Town office to inform staff.

REGIONAL INTERNSHIP TRAINING:

Free Workshop with InternshipsVA

Transform your business with a FREE 2-hour training workshop hosted by InternshipsVA on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber Conference Center in Newport News, VA. This event is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to develop an effective internship program and unlock matching funds for interns.

InternshipsVA, part of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), bridges the gap between Virginia higher education institutions, their students, and businesses. 


Continental Breakfast is from 8:30-9:00 am, and the workshop takes place from 9:00-11:00 am. This workshop is free to attend*. Visit here to register today!

*It is strongly recommended that you bring a laptop to the workshop.

The Hampton Roads Job Fair is the perfect opportunity to connect with top employers from a wide range of industries. Whether you’re seeking a new job, considering a career change, or looking to network with industry professionals, this event has something for everyone.

What you can expect:

• Meet Dozens of Employers: Explore opportunities with a variety of companies that are eager to hire and find the right fit for your skills and interests.
  
• On-the-Spot Interviews: Many employers will be conducting interviews on-site, so come prepared with multiple copies of your resume.
  
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with recruiters and other job seekers. Networking is a powerful tool for discovering new opportunities and advancing your career.

Stay up-to-date here!

Don't miss out on your next "lucky charm" hire!

Join the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce as an employer at the community Job Fair, taking place March 17, 2026, from 10:00 am-3:00 pm, at the Windsor Town Center (23361 Courthouse Hwy, Windsor).

Included with Employer/Vendor Registration:

✔ One table

✔ Two chairs

✔ Designated space for on-site interviews

✔ Lunch for up to two representatives

Interested? Contact Catarina Johnson!

CLASS A MANUFACTURING & DISTRIBUTION FACILITY AVAILABLE FOR SALE
25400 Old Mill Road

A Class A manufacturing and distribution facility is available for sale. The former Keurig Dr Pepper facility is located in the Shirley T. Holland Intermodal Park, off U.S. Route 460 in Isle of Wight County. The building sits on 64 acres and can be expanded to over 1 million square feet. The manufacturing/warehouse area is approximately 313,981 square feet and the two-story office is approximately 34,126 square feet. Ceiling height is 32.5' clear. Located within 28 miles of the Port of Virginia. Nationally known businesses, Safco Products Co. and World Market, are also located in the park. Located within a Virginia Enterprise Zone and a Foreign Trade Zone.

View the Property Flyer here!

For more information, contact Christopher E. Todd, CBRE, 
at (757)752-1095 or Chris.Todd@CBRE.com.


Search the County's available properties database 

for more commercial or industrial properties. 
If you own or represent a commercial property in 
Isle of Wight County that is available for sale or lease, please CONTACT US, and we will add it to our database.

The Isle of Wight County Newcomer's Guide has been updated for 2026. If you are a new resident to the County, you may have some questions about the many services available. This information is designed to help ease your transition into your new home and life here inside the Isle.

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT www.InsideTheIsle.com

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