John Freeland’s gym portfolio now includes 24 locations across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, plus six more in the works, amounting to annual revenue of $50 million and more than 1,000 employees.
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Solar farm planned for 1,500 acres in Hanover set for Planning Commission vote this week
North Carolina-based Strata Clean Energy is behind the project, which would place solar panels on about 340 acres of the overall site.
Ronald McDonald House expands services in Chesterfield as new local CEO takes reins
The nonprofit, which provides lodging and hospitality services to the families of hospitalized children, is rolling out services at Johnston-Willis Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center.
Richmond pharma company Phlow seeking $25M capital infusion
A company involved in making the Richmond region a hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing is in fundraising mode after it began operations at a Petersburg production facility last year.
Powhatan hockey rink adds some upgrades as it expands programming
A relatively new ice hockey rink in Powhatan is already in expansion mode, amid plans by its owner to build a larger facility in the region.
East Coast Appliance plugs in new Henrico outpost, eyes more local stores
The new Henrico outpost is the company’s first Richmond-area location north of the James River. Its CEO said Mechanicsville, Chester and Colonial Heights are on its radar for future expansion.
Local barbershop chain Clippers adding new spots in Chesterfield and Henrico
The two new spots at The Lake development in Chesterfield and near Richmond Raceway in Henrico will bring Clippers’ total store count to five.
Cville’s Mudhouse Coffee to open long-planned Richmond cafe next month
The company has been working on the Arts District spot since purchasing the building just prior to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lucky Road running shop expanding with two new locations in Richmond area
The local chain has inked leases at West Broad Village in Short Pump and the Shoppes at Rutland Place in Mechanicsville, with plans to open the stores in the coming months.
Ice hockey facility with 2 NHL-sized rinks planned near The Lake in Chesterfield
The project, led by Powhatan Ice Den owner Fred Festa, is considered another step toward his ultimate goal of attracting a professional hockey team to the region.