This week’s patented ideas include a voice recognition protocol for mobile transactions, a personal alarm system and a retractable shoe heel.
The R&D Dept.: Local patents for 10.2.19
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The Herd: New hires, promotions & departures for 10.1.19
A regional advocacy group announces a chief operating officer. New faces in law, real estate and more.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 9.30.19
A mixed-use development and proposed concert series face deciding votes in Goochland, City Council seats its advisory board to review the proposed Navy Hill redevelopment, and review of a proposed Carvana facility in Chesterfield drags on.
Foreclosures: 9.30.19
A $500,000 home in Goochland’s Crozier is the top property for auction. For the entire list, become a BizSense Pro member.
New Business Licenses: 9.27.19
Chesterfield reports a veterinary service and a historical property research firm. Henrico has an appraisal service. For all of this week’s licenses, become a BizSense Pro member.
The Pipeline: Commercial real estate roundup for 9.27.19
Apartment building sales in Richmond lead this week’s list of top sales.
The Docket: Local court roundup for 9.26.19
A cement contractor says it is owed $2.5 million for work on an office tower. A food service provider claims a Tappahannock restaurant hasn’t paid $121,000. BizPro members get access to the entire docket.
Trading Day: Local SEC filings for 9.26.19
Altria and Philip Morris call off merger talks, CarMax files its earnings for Q2 and Genworth announces a shareholder gathering that hinges on its deal to be acquired by a Chinese firm.
Breaking Ground: Local building permits for 9.25.19
Goochland reports a $26 million parking garage in West Creek. Chesterfield has an $11 million senior living facility in the works. For all of this week’s permits, become a BizSense Pro member.
The Herd: New hires, promotions and departures for 9.24.19
A real estate development firm names a new chief financial officer. Chesterfield names a deputy county administrator for community development. New faces in law, real estate and more.