MARCH 2026

Get lucky with your next career!

Join the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce at the community Job Fair, taking place March 17, 2026, from 10:00 am-3:00 pm, at the Windsor Town Center. Whether you're starting out, seeking a career change, or are re-entering the workforce, this event is for you!

Registered Participating Employers:

AmeriCare Plus

Paul D. Camp Community College

Cinterra

ECPI University

Global Cellulose Fibers

Hampton Farms

Hampton Roads Workforce Council

Isle of Wight County

ITAC

James L. Camp Family YMCA

Meadow Lawn and Pest

New Branch Farms LLC

Priority Staffing Services

Riverside Health System

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

ST TISSUE LLC

Summerwind Vineyard

The Lee Group

Tidewater Express Inc.

Town of Smithfield

Town of Windsor

TowneBank

Windsor Grove Health and Rehabilitation

World Market

Registration encouraged but not required. Click here to learn more!

Join IWCS for a Reverse Job Fair!

Isle of Wight County Schools is excited to invite you to the IWCS Reverse Job Fair on March 27, where students take the lead in showcasing their skills, talents, and career aspirations directly to industry professionals like you! Unlike a traditional job fair, this event flips the script—students will be showcasing in their individual program spaces, presenting their resumes, projects, and career goals, giving you the opportunity to engage with motivated future professionals ready to contribute to your industry.

SHOWCASES:

Group 1: 9:00-10:30am

CNA/PCT - Smithfield High School

Culinary - Smithfield High School

Early Childhood - Windsor Elementary School

Cosmetology - Windsor High School

Group 2: 12:00-2:00pm

Agriculture Land Lab - Windsor Elementary School

Welding - Smithfield High School

Building Trades - Windsor High School

Engineering/Manufacturing/Technology - Smithfield High School and Windsor HS

This is a fantastic chance to visit IWCS' amazing CTE spaces, discover emerging talent, build connections, and potentially identify your next great hire!

REGISTER HERE! (one form per person; closes March 25)

The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites the public to a light breakfast event hosting our local Senator, and Delegates. The legislators will speak on their accomplishments for the benefit of the citizens of Isle of Wight County and an informative Q & A session will follow.

Click here for tickets (limited availability)!

COMMUNITY FORUM: 
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY CHILDCARE

Childcare isn't just a family issue — it's an

economic development issue in Virginia.

Virginia data shows:

• Most families cannot afford the true cost of childcare, especially for infants.

• A shortage of licensed childcare slots limits parents' ability to work, advance, or accept new jobs.

• Employers across the Commonwealth report childcare challenges are hurting hiring, retention, and productivity.

• Strengthening childcare access supports a stronger workforce and a healthier economy.

That's why Minus 9 to 5 is bringing parents and the community together for an open, honest conversation about childcare and what our families and economy need to move forward.

Minus 9 to 5 is a collective impact initiative at Virginia Health Sciences at ODU, working with families and community partners to strengthen the system of support for children from the prenatal stage through age five. They also lead Ready Region Southeastern, part of a statewide network improving early childhood care and education through Virginia’s Quality Birth to 5 (VQB5) system.

Click here to take a survey on Isle of Wight Childcare Needs!

NEW BUSINESS LICENSES: FEBRUARY

See the full list of new December business licenses:

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

New Business Highlight from February:

• Sean Crane, State Farm Insurance Agent (Smithfield)

• Strickland's Enterprises, LLC / Smithfield Fast Lube (Smithfield)

• Riverview Grace Counseling, LLC (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!

PRIME REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

Airway Center (1333 Carrsville Highway, Franklin)

90,000 SF former retail center situated on 11 acres of land along Carrsville Hwy. (adjacent to U.S. Route 58 Business and U.S. Route 258) in southern Isle of Wight County is available for sale. Zoned General Commercial (GC), this property offers flexibility for multi-family, flex/industrial, self-storage, and mixed-use concepts. All infrastructure is in place, including power, water, sewer, and road access. The site is located within a Virginia Enterprise Zone and within one mile of the Franklin Regional Airport and nearby employers Global Cellulose Fibers (formerly International Paper), ST Tissue, Franklin Lumber and M&M Milling. Camp Community College’s Workforce Development Center (Franklin campus) provides a talent pipeline. The property’s proximity to major freight corridors and the Port of Virginia enhances its redevelopment potential.

View the Property Flyer here!

For more information, contact Timothy E. "Tim" Churchwell, CCIM, TEC Properties, 
at (757)371-9145 or tecproperties@gmail.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.

ECONOMIC DVELOPMENT CELEBRATES NATIONAL AGRICULTURE MONTH

with updated “Visit the Farms” brochure

As we celebrate National Agriculture Month this March, Economic Development is proud to unveil the updated Visit the Farms brochure, an invitation for you to explore the rich agricultural heritage that defines our community. This refreshed guide highlights local farms, seasonal experiences, and agritourism opportunities, connecting consumers directly with the hardworking producers who sustain our local economy. National Agriculture Month is the perfect time to recognize the vital role agriculture plays in economic growth, job creation, and food security, and this updated brochure serves as both a tribute to our farming community and a roadmap for supporting local agriculture all year long.

Please click here for our 2026 brochure or visit the Tourism website for more information!

THE FARMERS MARKET IS COMING!

Join your neighbors to get local produce, meat, eggs and more from farmers, bakers and artisans in the community.

Interested in selling your farm items at the market? Click here for the application! 

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT www.InsideTheIsle.com

757.356.1962