Jonathan Spiers

Jonathan joined BizSense in 2015 after a decade of reporting in Wilmington, N.C., and at the Henrico County Leader. The Virginia Tech grad covers government, real estate and other news. Reach him at (804) 308-2447 or [email protected].

Developer redraws Mechanicsville plans

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A mixed-use project in Hanover County is back on the table after residents and Planning Commission raised some concerns – including how to handle the demolition of a 100-year-old house that sits on the property.

Spiders tap new president

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After almost a year since the university’s current president announced his departure, the school has named a new leader – its first black president and a classical cellist.