A. Duie Pyle, a 98-year-old Pennsylvania freight carrier, plans to have its new trucking-and-warehousing hubs in Richmond, Manassas and Roanoke operational by mid-April.
Trucking company buys Richmond warehouse as part of expansion
Richmond
Councilman experiences permitting delay firsthand trying to open a gym
“I’m now paying my third month of rent, in a building that I really should have been opened in months ago,” Andreas Addison said. “For a first-time business owner investing in this type of project, it’s very discouraging.”
Foreclosures: 3.28.22
Auctions in Chesterfield, Henrico and Richmond. (BizSense Pro subscription required)
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 3.28.22
A tax cut and a fund for schools tied to a proposed casino in Richmond are up for votes, the RRHA names an interim CEO, and an inn and restaurant are planned in Powhatan.
New plans to replace Public Safety Building show scaled-down project
Documents submitted by Capital City Partners for 500 N. 10th St. have a three-building complex with a 12-story tower – eight stories shorter than originally proposed.
University of Richmond students sprout bean-based trail mix company
Absurd Snacks, the product of a course called Bench Top Innovations, launched its line of roasted bean trail mixes through its online store this week.
Deal secures land for $7M riverfront education center
The James River Association acquired a 0.85-acre parcel at 2825 Dock St., where it’s planning to build a $7 million environmental education center.
New Business Licenses: 3.25.22
A cookie company, lawn care, construction and more in this week’s licenses from Henrico and Chesterfield. (BizSense Pro subscription required)
The Pipeline: Commercial real estate roundup for 3.25.22
A medical office building in Chesterfield for $12.3 million was the week’s top sale and 7,998 square feet in Henrico was the top lease. (BizSense Pro membership required)
Food hall hatches in Manchester
Hatch Local at 400-414 Hull St. is the first of its kind to open in Richmond. It features several food vendors and cocktail and coffee bars.
