Jack Jacobs

Jack joined BizSense in 2020, covering startups, retail, healthcare, public companies and nonprofits. He previously reported for the Virginia Gazette and Tidewater Review. He is a graduate of Christopher Newport University. Reach him at [email protected] or 804-554-6545.

Used Lego store opens near Short Pump

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In an apparent show of customers’ enthusiasm, Bricks and Minifigs co-owner Paul Indelicato said there was a line out the door the first day of business at the new and used Legos store.

Peter-Blair sold to two of the shop’s employees

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“What I thought would be a temporary job in the interim turned into me owning it,” said longtime employee Elizabeth Creasey, who just bought the shop with coworker Rick Witty.

Local transportation startup pulls in $8M capital raise

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HopDrive, formerly known as Social Auto Transport, is an app-based service that connects vehicle haulers with auto dealerships and auto repair shops. It has raised $11 million from investors to-date.

Chesterfield begins formal search for Southside Speedway site developer

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Chesterfield is taking an open-minded approach to redevelopment of the site and would be open to a proposal that includes a return of racing to the Southside Speedway, which for decades was home to auto races and known as “The Toughest Short Track in the South.”