The retailer’s closing left more than an empty building in its wake, according to a lawsuit filed by an entity tied to Richmond-based Gumenick Properties.
Libbie Mill developer sues former Southern Season execs
J. Elias O'Neal
J. Elias O’Neal is a former Richmond BizSense reporter and a current resident of Manchester. He volunteers with several Southside organizations including Southside ReLeaf and the Afro-Latino Coalition. He can be reached at Jamaal.oneal@gmail.com
Fledgling Farmers Market restaurant closes in Petersburg, operator sued
A group of investors in downtown Petersburg is left with a dormant restaurant after pumping nearly $2 million into the venture, only to see its operator turn over the keys three months later.
Westhampton Pastry Shop to open second location
The beloved neighborhood bakery is opening a second location in a Three Chopt Road storefront, which it will share with cold-pressed juice maker Ginger Juice.
The Pipeline: Commercial real estate deals for 6.2.17
In this week’s roundup, a Goochland warehouse trades hands for $3 million and several big-time leases are signed in Richmond.
Wilton launching last phase of Henrico office park
The local real estate firm is preparing to finish off one of its earliest office park developments — and it’s doing it on spec.
New breakfast, lunch spot keeping it simple downtown
A first-time restaurateur has opened for business on 12th Street, but not before renovations on the 150-year-old building unearthed an appetizing tease from a restaurant past.
Douglas Development adds another to downtown portfolio
The Washington, D.C.-based developer is one step closer to having control of an entire block in downtown Richmond.
Millie’s, Lulu’s owner branches out with coffee shop
The restaurateur behind one of the area’s most popular weekend brunch spots is looking to add to his collection of eateries in Shockoe Bottom.
The Pipeline: Commercial real estate deals for 5.26.17
A $6 million apartment complex is sold in Richmond, and two properties in Henrico and Hanover counties fetch more than $2 million apiece.
VCU area draws second Korean chicken joint
Restaurant chain BonChon has leased space on North Laurel Street, just months after a similar concept opened a few blocks away at 900 W. Franklin St.
