With no reopening in sight, the 94-year-old theater at 6 North Laurel St. is getting a new coat of paint and upgrades to its HVAC system.
Altria Theater using COVID-19 downtime for new round of renovations
James Faris
James Faris is BizSense's summer 2020 reporter. He's a journalism major at JMU.
Richmond VC, private equity firms cash out on tech investments
Harbert Growth Partners benefited from stellar timing and Blue Heron Capital anticipated the rise of telehealth.
Haunting in the age of COVID: Halloween attractions adjust to the pandemic
Local operators spooked by the virus will take safety precautions but they’re ready to scare you.
RVA 25: Meet the class of 2020
The rankings of the region’s fastest-growing companies have been released and here’s a look at what’s fueled the growth of the top 5.
$2M makeover of Richmond Hill includes repairing structures dating to 1820
The interdenominational Christian retreat dating back more than 200 years in Church Hill is renovating its facility at 2209 E. Grace St. to prepare for the future.
Penchant for putting plans on paper fuels startup’s growth
Richmond-based Cloth & Paper, which sells day planners and the paper inserts to fill them, has grown to 36 employees, 22 of which have been hired since March.
New $18M entertainment complex debuts in river country
“We’re the economic spark for future investment and development by others in this area,” said co-owner Terri Wesselman. “We’ve brought an amenity that’s long overdue here in the Northern Neck.”
Local private school enrollment spikes as parents avoid virtual-only classes
Many Richmond-area private schools were flooded with applications as public schools pivoted to online instruction.
Richmond insurance startup for adventurers takes big leap
Buddy, which offers on-demand accident coverage to outdoor enthusiasts for about $9 per day, expanded this summer to provide peace of mind in 32 states.
Pigeon racers home in on new coop at long-vacant River Road restaurant property
“Racing pigeons, they say, is the sport of kings. It’s just something that gets in your blood.”