Working on a rare piece of undeveloped land within the city, a developer is beginning site work on the first batch of townhomes set to rise in Forest Hill.
Work begins at 60-home Forest Hill project
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.
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Justin French mansion back on auction block
The convicted developer’s grand West End home – now a massive eyesore condemned by the city – is once again scheduled for auction as its owner serves his 16-year sentence.
Realtors strike deal with major listing sites
A recent agreement between a local real estate association and a national listing company helped prevent Richmond-area brokers and agents from seeing their properties go dark on at least two popular websites.
Ad Club awards coveted cannonballs
The club’s annual showcase of local advertising firms recognized dozens of agencies and the campaigns they created. And one of the top prizes – the Ad Person of the Year – went to the head of an 8-year-old Cary Street company.
TEDxRVA takes CenterStage
Dozens of speakers from varying backgrounds and professions took the stage Friday for the annual TEDxRVA event.
Hanover lands sweet deal from Brazil
A Latin American candy giant is setting up shop in Hanover County, Gov. Terry McAuliffe announced last week, and will pump $5 million and 55 jobs into the production facility, its first in the U.S.
Lumber Liquidators adds floor space
Despite recent scrutiny over the safety of its product, the flooring giant has expanded its Richmond office space by nearly 7,000 square feet.
Trading Day: Local SEC filings for April 9, 2015
Several major firms prepare for annual meetings, CarMax reports a 14 percent fourth-quarter gain and Village Bank reports that it is back in Nasdaq compliance.
VCU receives grant from JPMorgan Chase
The university is teaming up with the Greater Richmond Partnership – with guidance from the Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase – to further study and develop the area’s export market.
Squirrels step up to sixth season
Thursday is Opening Day at the Diamond, and the team’s new general manager is anticipating the team’s biggest season yet.