The former operators of a Southside biomass recycling plant have been re-indicted after successfully arguing for all but nine of the original 28 counts against them to be dropped.
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VC company wraps up $63M raise
A Shockoe Bottom firm that invests in companies around the Southeast, including several local firms, has raked in $63 million in its newest funding round.
Petersburg bank to fill Parham branch
A Petersburg-based bank is planning to fill the former First Community Bank branch at 900 N. Parham Road, replacing its longtime branch at a nearby shopping center.
Law firm, State Fair owner settle lawsuit
A long-lingering lawsuit over an allegedly botched deal to sell the State Fair of Virginia has been settled out of court.
Lawyer’s suit against firm faces bump to arbitration
An attorney’s discrimination lawsuit against her former employer has been hung up in an argument over where the issue should be settled, with the firm pushing to sweep the suit into arbitration.
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Mortgage firm breaking into Richmond market
With a veteran in the local industry on board, a national nonbank mortgage lender is making a big push into the Richmond market with plans for two area offices.
Bank consolidating branches in Northern Va.
One of the largest local banks is closing three of its Martin’s grocery store branches and opening a standalone location in Northern Virginia.
Investment firm kicks off $350M fund
Shortly after capping a $350 million fund, a downtown investment company focused on small businesses is launching another.
Supreme Court puts end to outlet mall billboard dispute
The state Supreme Court upheld the decision of lower courts and ruled against the owner of a Hanover RV dealership owner who sued the county over an unbuilt billboard near the long-awaited outlet mall development.