There’s a new twist in the tale of a recently closed Manchester brewery.
Mystery buyer found for shuttered Southside brewery
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Capital One Café opens in former Secco spot in Carytown
Caffeine and cash come together in the second Richmond location for the credit card giant’s hybrid model, where you can get financial services as well as a cuppa Joe.
Fired by the state, Northrop Grumman cutting 348 jobs in Chester
As a 13-year relationship between the state and a Northern Virginia government contractor comes to a close, local employees are feeling the pinch.
Newsbites: Noteworthy tidbits for 6.20.18
A Fan restaurant closes temporarily for renovation, VCU receives a $21.5 million grant, and a local salon chain opens a Short Pump location in this month’s roundup.
With deadline looming, Planning Commission punts Westhampton School rezoning
A delayed vote Monday has put the city and Bon Secours Richmond at risk of missing an agreed-upon July 1 deadline to decide the fate of the former Westhampton School property — and it’s unclear what the consequences could be.
Richmond startup launches fresh take on workout socks
After ditching his sneakers, a local architect-turned-entrepreneur is launching a product he hopes will gain traction in the shoeless running market.
N.C.-based ‘speed shop’ opens on Glenside
A chain of auto shops for car enthusiasts has started its engines in the Richmond market.
Despite city holdup, Stone Brewing committed to building bistro
“We’re eager to move to the next step,” brewery spokesman Jay Smith said, “but understanding these things can take time and (we) want to get it right.”
Sweet career change: Former lawyer opens Libbie Ave. candy shop
Inspired by a European upbringing, Zazoli Sweets is looking to add some more sugar to the Libbie-Grove retail corridor.
New Growlers to Go owner looks to revamp offerings, delivery service
A Richmonder has traded banking and data for bottles and draft lines by buying a chain of local beer shops.