The public is invited to weigh in on what the future could hold for the outdoor mall in a weeklong charrette that kicks off tonight.
Retail
Massive distribution center for Lowe’s in the works in Hanover
A 1.1 million-square-foot, $50 million-plus facility is in the works on a roughly 200-acre site north of Hickory Hill Road, along the west side of I-95.
Former CineBistro chef takes over Padow’s Hams & Deli shop in Bon Air
After a decades-long career in kitchens working for others, Leo Bialkowski decided to become the franchisee of the local sandwich chain at 9720 Midlothian Turnpike.
Scott’s Addition clothier is hanging it up as COVID pandemic lingers
Jackson & James Men’s Clothing Store will permanently close the store it opened in 2017 at 3200 Rockbridge St. in late February.
West End children’s clothier Clara b. changes ownership
The new proprietor is a May graduate of VCU who spent all four years in college as an employee at the store.
Entrepreneur uncorking new store for wine lovers in Church Hill
A transplant from New York City plans to open Second Bottle Wine and Snack Shop at 324 N. 27th St. in March.
Best Buy puts two Richmond-area stores on the chopping block
The electronics retailer will be closing locations in Chesterfield and Mechanicsville in the coming weeks.
Mocha Gourmet Market taking over Fine Food Market in Oregon Hill
Ezaddin Alshami, who also owns Northside Gourmet Market, plans to spend $500,000 to renovate the new space and add equipment.
T-Mobile is the latest national brand to exit Stony Point Fashion Park
The wireless carrier closed its Southside mall store in December, joining Sur La Table, Panera and H&M in leaving the ailing property.
Guitar shop relocating from Scott’s Addition to bigger Bellevue space
One Three Guitar left its former home at Sound of Music Recording Studios as a result of the building’s recent sale for $1.2 million.