That Appomattox jobs deal that collapsed sparks State Senate debate Evan Jones January 26, 2016 1 minute read The failed economic development deal that had promised to bring hundreds of jobs to Appomattox took center stage in the State Senate’s Monday debate. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Health officials says cold-weather hazards still existNext: New exhibits on tap at the Taubman Museum Related Stories Governor Spanberger in Roanoke at Higher Education Center to sign workforce development bills into law Gene Marrano April 27, 2026 AAA offers tips to save at the pump as Virginia’s average hovers near $4 Web Staff April 27, 2026 Trump unharmed as shooting interrupts White House correspondents’ dinner Ian Price April 25, 2026