The company intends to use the 78,000-square-foot facility as an auction site, where it will sell vehicles to other dealers, as well as for vehicle prep for sales at its local retail stores.
CarMax to build dealer auction center in New Kent
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Eastern Henrico gets its first medical marijuana dispensary
The new Cannabist dispensary took over a former ABC liquor store and follows yet another failed attempt by the General Assembly earlier this year to establish a retail recreational pot market.
Organic Krush closes at UR campus, new eatery to open in its place
The exit from UR marks the end of the restaurant chain’s presence in Richmond after it closed its Short Pump spot last year. The new cafe taking its place at UR will open in August.
Carytown Bicycle Co. closes store at Winterfield Crossing
The chain’s exit from Winterfield Crossing comes two years after the locally founded brand was acquired by cycling giant Specialized Bicycle Components.
Sausage-maker’s new restaurant, meat counter to replace Carytown Cupcakes
After plans for a restaurant from an HBO-famous chef fell through, the bakery space will now be home to local sausage company The Mayor Meats and its pop-up brand Hots & Brats.
Pop-up market operator opening year-round, daily location at Chesterfield mall
“We’re taking on the bulk of that cost, pretty much 100 percent of the risk, and creating an opportunity for these folks to take their business to the next level,” said founder Brian Sullivan.
Proposed Innsbrook food truck park The Glades stalls out
The concept, which was envisioned as a seven-figure, permanent park for food trucks, is no longer on the table.
With eye on more sports gear, Evergreen expanding manufacturing capabilities at Midlo HQ
“Patriots win the Super Bowl? We’re making Super Bowl champs, Patriots products within 12 hours,” said CEO John Toler.
Longtime retailer Disco Sports plans to relocate, puts Henrico building up for sale
“The retail business is so different than it used to be. You have to adjust. We don’t need this big retail space,” said co-owner Gail Held.
New-to-market childcare chain building from scratch in Innsbrook
The local franchise group is building a two-story, 11,600-square-foot childcare center with an anticipated opening date of late 2025.