After a hitting a legal speed bump last year that threatened its ability to do business in its home state, a Richmond-based ride-sharing startup has gotten the green light from the General Assembly.
Ride-sharing app finds way around DMV obstacle
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West Creek hospital gets state approval; eyes 2020 opening
Two major Richmond healthcare players have cleared a hurdle in their plan to build a new facility in Goochland County.
Mole in the menswear aisle? Retailer sues former employee
A high-end Richmond men’s clothing brand is taking a former worker to court, claiming she stole confidential information and tried selling it to competitors.
A daffy idea: Local family hatches duck egg startup
Most entrepreneurs need a workforce of people to get their startups going. To launch a Henrico-based business, the Risser family needed 10,000 ducks.
Q&A: Why the brakes were put on the next big bike race
Organizer Tim Miller talks about what led to the Commonwealth Cycling Classic’s cancellation, and whether he thinks Richmond will host another bike race in the future.
Raising dough to make more dough
A local bakery is turning to crowdfunding to raise money for what it says it desperately needs: a bigger oven.
Health food firm returns to its roots with fundraiser
A common concern among startups is providing investors with a return on investment, but one local company is providing another type of financial return to a different group: the indigenous people who inspired its launch.
Research firm finds good fit on Broad Street
With tire swings, candy dispensers and a beer tap, a local consumer research firm’s new office doesn’t fit the mold of most business consulting spaces.
Party planning firm launches second capital raise
The startup’s most recent funding round comes on the heels of a $150,000 capital raise, as well as financial awards from a local accelerator and a startup competition.
Law would allow short-term rentals through registries
Localities also would be authorized to charge fees for their registry, and to levy fines on hosts who violate regulations.