2026 Portsmouth State of The City Address
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There is real change happening right now in Portsmouth. All those things people said were never going to happen? They’re happening.”Shannon E. Glover
Mayor | City of Portsmouth
2026 State of the City
Watch as Mayor Shannon E. Glover shares all the exciting things happening in Portsmouth. See why he’s so excited about the City’s future. Mayor Glover’s 2026 address demonstrates progress that was outlined in last year’s address.
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS HIGHLIGHTS
The City of Portsmouth is making bold decisions and strategic investments to create new opportunities – for business, for people and for the future of our city.
People + Progress
Meet some of the people who are moving our city forward through innovation, creativity, connection and opportunity.
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Radian Forge
Advanced manufacturing is redefining shipbuilding. At Radian Forge, Jeff Yeager’s team is creating a faster, smarter way to build large components for Navy ships and support our national defense.
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Joe Harmon
Joe Harmon believes in the economic future of Portsmouth. At the LINC, he’s helping bridge art, culture, commerce and history to transform overlooked spaces into a hub for entrepreneurs, makers, artists and small business.
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The Taylor Family
Kristen Taylor’s lifelong connection to Portsmouth comes full circle as she and husband Kevin buy a historic home in Olde Towne – and make a great investment as the city reimagines Crawford Bay.
Find Your Tomorrow Here
Janelle Jones
and The Churchland High School Dance Academy
When Janelle Jones’ career as a professional dancer came to an end, she found a new purpose at the Churchland High Dance Academy – a life-changing space where “life is better when you dance.”
Tomorrow:
Full Speed Ahead
With more than $333 Million in total investment last year, Portsmouth’s economic momentum keeps growing as a smart and affordable place to grow a business, build a career or find a new home.
Economic Development Highlights
Record Growth & Investment
$333M
in Total Investment
302
New Portsmouth Businesses
420
New Jobs
1,602
New Homes Underway
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Portsmouth has a place for everyone, whether you’re building a business or a career, searching for a new home, or just looking for a fun place to visit. Learn more and Find Your Way Here soon.