New shops are popping up in Carytown, Stony Point and the West End.
Amy David
Q&A: The busiest phone number around
Jim Porter, who mans the green-and-black To the Bottom and Back buses, dishes on his new route and his nonprofit’s continued popularity.
A second scoop of Gelati Celesti
After serving sweet treats in the West End for 28 years, the local ice cream shop is finally crossing the James River and adding a second location.
Cash mobs getting organized
The “shop local” movement spreads across the country.
Sobering news: Happy hour bill fizzes out
A measure to legalize online happy hour advertisements is corked by its sponsor.
Paintbrushes and Pinot
A Richmond entrepreneur is going to test the theory that artists do their best work after a few drinks.
Forest Hill cafe closed?
Parkside Cafe is temporarily closed.
New business plan contest planned for June
Local entrepreneurs will have a chance to vie for the title of “Richmond’s Next Best Start-Up” and possibly $10,000.
Cupcakes for breakfast
A local bakery is more than doubling its space in May, and it’s opening earlier.
The Herd: New hires, departures and promotions for 3.6.12
Lots of moves in law this week, plus promotions in advertising.