With a handful of shops open in the Richmond area, the local owner of a national brand has expanded his footprint west with a new store outside of Charlottesville.
Shoe store owner steps toward Charlottesville
Michael Thompson
Gym pumps out another location in Scott’s Addition
With three gyms open or in the works in the past six months, the national brand’s local franchisee is continuing his sweep of the local market with another spot on the West Broad Street border of Scott’s Addition.
Dry cleaning chain pressing into local market
A Maryland-based dry cleaning business known for its low flat rates is heating up its Virginia presence with plans for six locations around Richmond, starting with one in Short Pump.
19 local firms crack Inc. 5000 list
The Richmond market lost a few spots on the list of fastest-growing companies this year, but 19 firms made the cut, topping out at No. 704.
Art dealer hangs hat in West End
An auction service that focuses on art and has an office in Charlottesville has set up shop on Patterson Avenue.
Shockoe Bottom market overhaul begins
The 17th Street Farmers Market in Shockoe Bottom – which dates back to the 18th century – is getting an upgrade, and work on the first phase has already begun.
Sports bar scores space in Ashland
A family-owned sports bar and restaurant chain is launching a fourth outpost near Randolph-Macon, filling in the former home of a steak and seafood spot.
Restaurant group signs on to startup app
Buying a friend a drink – or even a lobster dinner – can now be done over a recently launched gift-giving app, and a string of Richmond restaurants have added their names and menus to the present options.
Donut shop adding second spot in Short Pump
The donut scene is heating up again as a recent arrival from the Outer Banks plans its second shop in a new Short Pump space.
In VCU hub, restaurant property hits market
A holdout to VCU’s Grace Street real estate expansion could finally be absorbed into the university’s growing territory as the restaurant property’s owner seeks a buyer.