David Larter

Big River spreads out

Big River office

Business is flowing at Big River Advertising, which recently expanded its office space by 60 percent and landed a few new accounts.

Long-delayed Fan deli set to open

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After months of delays, Jake Crocker’s corner will be complete with the opening of his Uptown Market and Deli in the Fan. The busy restaurateur, barkeep and businessman also has two restaurants planned in Fredericksburg.

The Pipeline: Commercial Real Estate Roundup for 7.6.12

The summer slowdown is in effect but there was a $1.5 million deal on the South side. And, if slow summer has you stressed, you can soon head on over to The Corner at Short Pump and visit the newly leased Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa.

An unlikely antiques operator

Coalfield Antiques sign

Less than a week after shutting down the Midlothian Antique Center for defaulting on its lease, DRV has reopened the business as Coalfield Station Antiques.

Planning commission okays Shockoe hotel

First Freedom Center site

Apple REIT executives make their case, and Richmond’s planning commission unanimously approves a proposed Marriott hotel in Shockoe Slip.

Shockoe apartment market heats up

A group with more than 10 projects under its belt is planning a 57-unit apartment complex in Shockoe Bottom.

A feast moves on

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A catering company in Shockoe Slip is closing after 27 years, leaving the building’s owner looking for a new tenant.