A local private school is playing musical chairs as its current home is set to be taken over by another institution.
Private school in search of new digs to make room for Cristo Rey
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Regional chain lands in Carytown for third location
An electronics and IT shop has powered up in Carytown. UpTech opened Feb. 1 at 3455 W. Cary St. It’s the company’s third location, joining spots in Midlothian and Farmville. The 5-year-old company offers electronics repair, IT services and sells refurbished electronics. Owner Marsh Whaling describes it as a jack of all trades for electronics… Read more »
Golf belt maker tees up new line of products
A local company known for making belts for golfers has turned its attention to dressing up the clubs in their bags. J.T. Spencer is adding golf club head covers to its line of products. The company, headquartered at 7921 W. Broad St., specializes in golf belts and is a licensed producer for clothing retailer Peter… Read more »
Bon Secours acquires 40-year-old Chesterfield clinic
The healthcare system has continued its streak of absorbing Richmond-area practices, this time bringing 15,000 patients into its fold.
Ice cream pop-up rolls into brick-and-mortar storefront
After launching last year with a cart outside Zzaam in Carytown, a rolled ice cream operation is setting up shop in more permanent digs.
Goochland nonprofit unveils new $7M clinic facility
The clinic previously was based out of three separate buildings in the area, including a family services building that’s been converted into an emergency shelter.
Saxon tries on new size at Short Pump
The Richmond shoe staple is celebrating its 53rd year in business with a retail floor shakeup, while stepping back into online sales.
West End shop owner goes from financier to chocolatier
Jessica Leonard is hoping to take a bite out of the sweets market with a hybrid chocolate bar/box of chocolates.
Swim school fills into former Martin’s site
A national chain has taken its first plunge into the Richmond market with a West End aquatic center.
Moving oolong: Tea shop trades Carytown for the Fan
It’s the latest retail departure from a former Martin’s-anchored shopping center that’s being eyed for a new Publix store.