A struggling upscale country club in Hanover County is open for public play, but the change in strategy might come too late to save the course.
Aaron Kremer
Aaron Kremer is the founder of Richmond BizSense. Email him at [email protected].
SportsQuest running for stimulus bond
SportsQuest, the 250-acre mega sports facility planned for Chesterfield, is on track to receive $15 million in financing thanks to the federal stimulus bill, pending state and federal approval.
Business Licenses for 1.14.10
Best new names this week: Hot Shot Enterprises, Drop 3 Sizes N Ten Minutes and Bonus Money Marketing.
NewsFeeds 1.14.10
UVa mulls reduced ticket prices (Daily Progress) he department has proposed an idea in which a $10 ticket would be offered in some upper-deck end zone seat locations of the arena where tickets have not been sold (sections 305-311) for select ACC home games. Those tickets are currently selling for $30 and $35. Colorado man… Read more »
The Herd, new hires and departures for 1.13.10
A 28-year-old Richmond model is kicked off “The Bachelor” for allegedly having a relationship with one of the dating show’s producers. Plus, new hires in law, accounting, hospitality and investing.
NewsFeeds 1.14.10
Company operating in Chesterfield sees green in glass (Times-Dispatch) A neat profile: The business is the outgrowth of Bill Richardson’s more than 20-year career in recycling and waste management for several large companies, including Richmond-based Reynolds Metals Co. In 2007, he and a partner founded Precision Recycling Industries, a North Carolina-based firm that finds new… Read more »
Foreclosure on Monument
Foreclosures don’t usually stand out
NewsFeeds 1.12.10
Richmond-area boat shows to combine (Times-Dispatch) The Virginia Boat Show’s producer has canceled the event, originally scheduled for Jan. 22-24 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Affinity Events, the show’s owner, will instead combine the downtown show with its Richmond Boat Show on Feb. 19-21 at the Richmond Raceway Complex in Henrico County. Norfolk firm… Read more »
Monday Q&A: Yellow jackets take sting out of staffing
This week, BizSense chats with a savvy entrepreneur who handles a service that most colleges and event operators are thrilled to get off their plates. Dan Schmitt’s company, RMC Events, has more than 1,000 employees.
NewsFeeds 1.11.10
Joe’s Market to be sold; its name, hours will change (Times-Dispatch) Joe’s Market should soon have a new name, be open on Sundays and sell beer and wine. The specialty food market in Richmond’s West End has been saved from closing now that two longtime employee of Ukrop’s Super Markets Inc. have reached an agreement… Read more »