Regional pharma manufacturing group secures $4M for workforce development

The Civica Rx pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Petersburg. (BizSense file photos)The regional organization building a local pharmaceutical manufacturing hub is kicking off the New Year with fresh federal financing to expand its workforce development initiative.The Alliance for Building Better M
Read MoreDeveloper files for demolition, building permits for Greyhound station on Arthur Ashe Blvd.

A rendering of the development that’s planned to replace the existing Greyhound station. (City documents)The redevelopment of the Greyhound station on Arthur Ashe Boulevard appears to be moving forward. Demolition and building permits were filed last week for the mostly dormant bus terminal at 2910
Read MoreThe Docket: Local court roundup for 1.23.25

Chesterfield Circuit CourtDennis Harrup III and Central Virginia Aviation, Inc. v. Daniel Oakey; Advantus Strategies, LLC; and Virginia Aviation Business AssociationPlaintiff, a retired Air Force fighter pilot, says he build CVA into a successful business over the past 30+ years, engaged in providin
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The Michael Jackson musical, “MJ,” arrives in town with a new star at its center.The post Startin’ Somethin’ appeared first on Style Weekly.
Read MoreRichmond Strikers, Richmond Kickers Youth merge to form ‘United’ soccer club

Richmond United CEO Jay Howell and Director of Soccer Leigh Cowlishaw unveil the club’s logo at Tuesday’s announcement. (Photos by Jackie DiBartolomeo)Two of Richmond’s most well-known youth soccer clubs are merging.Richmond Strikers and Richmond Kickers Youth announced at a Tuesday press conference
Read MoreLocal lobbyist trio leaves law firm to strike out on their own

From left, co-founders Nicole Brenner, Edward Mullen and Chrissy Noonan. (Courtesy Seven Hills Strategy Group)After years of operating their practice within a large downtown law firm, three local lobbyists have made an entrepreneurial leap.Edward Mullen, Nicole Brenner and Chrissy Noonan earlier thi
Read MoreNew Chimbo Sandwich Shoppe takes over former 8 1/2 spot in Church Hill

8 1/2 closed on East Marshall in December. (Mike Platania photo)An established player in the Church Hill food scene is branching out elsewhere in the neighborhood.Alexa Schuett, who owns Liberty Public House restaurant and Riverbend Roastery coffee shop, is preparing to open Chimbo Sandwich Shoppe i
Read MoreSubcontractor sues for $8M in unpaid work on Plenty indoor farm project in Chesterfield

Plenty Unlimited’s indoor farm in Meadowville Technology Park. (Jack Jacobs photo)Shortly after California-based Plenty Unlimited sowed the first strawberries at its new indoor farm in Chesterfield, a legal battle has sprouted up over the facility’s construction process.Mechanicsville subcontractor
Read MoreBreaking Ground: Local building permits for 1.22.25

TypeAddressAmountFiling DateDescriptionContractorChesterfieldCommercial1400 Meadowville Road$68,000,0001/16/2025Const Trailer/Coopers Steel on the LMR ProjectCoopers Steel FabricatorsCommercial1451 Meadowville Tech Pkwy$2,766,4041/8/2025Mech/CTP-02 Data CenterVial Fuel SystemsCommercial1350 Meadowvi
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In an audacious experiment, the cast for Yes, And’s “Constellations” will be different for every performance.The post Actor Roulette appeared first on Style Weekly.
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World premiere “WillJee” finds a comedic twist in a story about death, psychosis and faith.The post Looking for a Miracle appeared first on Style Weekly.
Read More State board votes to recommend approval of VMFA expansion project

The proposed McGlothlin Wing II at the VMFA would add 173,000 square feet to the museum as part of a $261 million project that also involves renovations to existing spaces at the museum. (Images courtesy SmithGroup)The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is a step closer to building a massive new addition.
Read MoreUR students’ salad dressing brand set to launch early next month

The Envee team presenting at the UR “bake-off.” (Courtesy University of Richmond)A group of University of Richmond students are trying their hand at a new food startup created in the classroom. Envee (pronounced ‘envy’), the latest venture born out of the school’s Bench Top Innovations program, is p
Read MoreNew cat café Purrfect Bean set for April opening in the Fan

The Purrfect Bean is slated to open sometime this April. (Photo by Jackie DiBartolomeo)Cat and coffee lovers alike will soon have a new hangout when Richmond’s newest – and only – cat café debuts this spring in the Fan. The Purrfect Bean is set to open in April in a 1,700-square-foot, two-story loc
Read MoreThe Herd: New hires, promotions & departures for 1.21.25

April N. Bingham has resigned as director of Richmond’s Department of Public Utilities.Steven W. Lippman has been promoted to counsel with Christian & Barton.P. Thomas DiStanislao joined Whiteford as counsel.Jed Donaldson and Timothy J. Bechen have been promoted to principals with Wood Rogers.Valiss
Read MoreShyndigz owners to turn Ellen Glasgow House into boutique hotel

The Ellen Glasgow House at 1 W. Main St. has been on and off the market for five years. (Image courtesy CVRMLS)After five years on and off the market, one of Richmond’s more notable 19th-century mansions is in the hands of new local owners who have a conversion project in mind.The Ellen Glasgow Hous
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AddressAmountAuction DateAuction TimeTrusteeChesterfield Circuit Court, 9500 Courthouse Road11630 Parrish Branch Circle$153,6001/23/202511:30 AMDolanReid13911 Turtle Hill Road2/20/20252:00 PMTrustee Services of VA14308 Long Gate Road$199,5002/13/202512:30 PMN/AColonial Heights Circuit Court, 550 Blv
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The city’s “Portals” project to celebrate Black History Month with street life photos from yesteryear. The post Windows to the Past appeared first on Style Weekly.
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Meet some local companies spreading the gospel of composting. The post Waste Warriors appeared first on Style Weekly.
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An appreciation of the artist and filmmaker David Lynch, 1946-2025.The post Dreamweaver appeared first on Style Weekly.
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