Category: Area Events And Information

Smithfield Foods to Bring 170 New Jobs to Harbour View

Smithfield Foods is coming to the Harbour View area, just 12 minutes from Founders Pointe. The Fortune 500 Company, whose Corporporate Headquarters is based in Smithfield (photo above), recently announced they are bringing 170 jobs to north Suffolk and will lease a 20,000 square foot building in the Bridgeway Technology Center II, as reported by the Suffolk News Herald. The report also… Continue Reading

5 Things to Know About Founders Pointe

Want to know about one of the best kept secrets in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia? Look no further than Founders Pointe— a nicely removed from the city, waterfront community in the Carrollton area of Isle of Wight County– just ten minutes from the historic town of Smithfield. Over 250 families have already chosen to… Continue Reading

Isle of Wight County and Smithfield- A Perfect Weekend Getaway

Looking for a weekend getaway? Has the city congestion got you feeling stressed? Founders Pointe is nicely removed from the city and is located in Isle of Wight County, just a few minutes from the town of Smithfield. Rediscover a small town atmosphere and enjoy the benefits year round of living in a place where… Continue Reading

The Virginia Company Serves Founders Pointe

A Taste of Carrollton The Virginia Company turned the Founders Pointe Residents’ Club into a fine restaurant for one night exclusively for our residents to enjoy some of their delicious food and beverages. Kevin Blair and his chef put together a fantastic evening that our members will not soon forget! The wine and food tasting… Continue Reading

Soak up the small town charm of Smithfield & Isle of Wight County

  Tucked away in the southern most region of Hampton Roads is the charming hamlet of Smithfield in Isle of Wight County.  Here, perched along the James River, summer days are steamy, the kids are out of school, and everyone is cruising for something fun to do. Have no fear; we have the 4-1-1 on… Continue Reading

Delicious Eats in Historic Smithfield

One of the amazing things about living near Historic Smithfield is all the delicious food the town has to offer. Smithfield Station Waterfront Restaurant, Inn and Marina overlooks the Pagan River on South Church Street. Come out to this award winning resort marina and enjoy their delicious crab cakes while sitting on the deck enjoying… Continue Reading

Construction Begins on the Parade of Homes- Coming October 1-16!

A PARADE IS COMING! BUILDERS BEGIN CONSTRUCTION ON THEIR 8 MODEL HOMES IN THE NEW RICHMOND WAY CUL-DE-SAC IN FOUNDERS POINTE   The Peninsula Housing Builders Association selected Founders Pointe as the site for the 2016 PARADE of HOMES in the Founders Pointe community in Isle of Wight County, Virginia near the historic town of Smithfield. Eight… Continue Reading

Founders Pointe Residents to Host a Kentucky Derby Party at the Clubhouse on May 7th

How to Throw an Epic Kentucky Derby Party Complete with Southern Charm                   CARROLLTON, Va. — As some 155,000 people descend upon Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. May 7 for the 142nd annual Kentucky Derby, local thoroughbreds of the food and entertainment track will host their own high-style, debut,… Continue Reading

Everyone Loves a Parade! Finally, Your Chance to Build Your Dream Home in One

Ever wanted to build your Dream Home in a ‘Parade of Homes’ or a ‘Homearama type’ home show extravaganza? This is your chance! The Peninsula Housing and Builders Association has announced its selection for the 2016 Fall Parade of Homes event- Founders Pointe, a waterfront community of custom homes located in Isle of Wight County, near… Continue Reading

Enjoy Living in One of the “Top Ten Places to Live” in Virginia

Isle of Wight County and Smithfield Makes Another Top 10 List for Best Places to Live in Virginia Relocating to the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia? Looking for the perfect place to raise a family, retire, or just want to enjoy a high quality of life? Look no further than Founders Pointe, which is located… Continue Reading