Slipek: Connecting the dots downtown (Guest Commentary)

Mickael Broth’s “The Hole Truth” offers a reflection along Clay Street in front of The Valentine.On June 6, a late afternoon tempest drenched downtown, but skies cleared as if on cue as twin doors of the Valentine history center were swung open onto East Clay Street. About 60 folks left the bar and
Read MoreThe DeedBook: Local property transfers for 6.21.24

AddressSale DateSellerBuyerSale AmountChesterfield9830 Lori Road6/4/2024Beddow Linda C Et AlsJaw Real Estate LLC$600,0001911, 2001 Bellwood Road6/5/2024Fort Darling Partners LLC2001 Bellwood Road LLC$8,350,0001906, 1930 Cross St, 8411 Fort Darling Road6/5/2024Fort Darling Partners LLC2001 Bellwood R
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A site plan of the proposed Bensley Agrihood project, which blended income-restricted homes with a working farm and education center. (County documents)The future of a proposed farm-centric development in Chesterfield is in doubt as a local housing nonprofit alleges racial discrimination against a c
Read More New Business Licenses: 6.21.24

Business NameLocationZip BusinessHenricoTaxing Authority Consulting Sv8919 Three Chopt Road23229AuctioneerWest End Compassion Key2809 Rothland Drive23294OtherJasonyia Bridy234 N Juniper Ave23075RetailKelly Lange LLC8601 Mayland Drive, Ste B23294OtherBaker Concrete ConstructionVariousConstructionBren
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Art as a buoy, and a trap, in “I Saw the TV Glow” and “Ghostlight.”The post The Way Back appeared first on Style Weekly.
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Based on the 1980 movie of the same name, Dolly Parton’s musical “9 to 5” readies for its Virginia Rep debut.The post Blonde Ambition appeared first on Style Weekly.
Read More 180 apartments for lower-income renters planned in Piney Knolls area

A site plan shows the six apartment buildings with access off Snead Road. (City documents)A Norfolk-based developer is upping its local workload of lower-income housing developments with plans for a new project in South Richmond.The Lawson Cos. is looking to build 180 income-restricted apartments on
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Condair plans to open a manufacturing facility at 1410 Willis Road in Chesterfield County. The company recently bought the 400,000-square-foot building. (Courtesy Chesterfield)A Chesterfield warehouse that has changed ownership several times in recent years is now in the hands of a Swiss company tha
Read More Downtown investment advisory jumps to Scott’s Addition

The one-story office building is at the corner of West Leigh Street and Roseneath Road in Scott’s Addition. (Mike Platania photo)A downtown investment management firm is jumping to Scott’s Addition. Apogem Capital recently signed a lease for new office space at 1408 Roseneath Road. The company is le
Read MoreThe Docket: Local court roundup for 6.20.24

Chesterfield Circuit CourtMiguel A. Martinez v. El Tropi 2 LLC; Los Catrachos RVA, LLC; El Tropicabana, LLC; and Selvin Isais Granados AscenioPlaintiff says on July 2, 2022, he attended a concert at the nightclub at 4900 Jefferson Davis Highway where Granados was a security guard, and as he was leav
Read MoreNew owners of Chesterfield restaurant King’s Korner carry on family legacy

King’s Korner overlooks the runway at the Chesterfield County Airport. (Courtesy King’s Korner)After a six-month hiatus, the longtime King’s Korner restaurant at the Chesterfield County Airport has reopened under new ownership. Logan and Candace Vaden bought the business, which includes a buffet sty
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Durham singer-songwriter Tre. Charles will scale up his message of introspection as Friday Cheers opening act.The post Friday Affirmation appeared first on Style Weekly.
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After a five-year absence, the Stone Soul Music Festival gets a reboot.The post Soul Survivors appeared first on Style Weekly.
Read More The R&D Dept.: Local patent roundup for 6.18.24

Post-provisioning Authentication ProtocolsPatent No. 12008550More effective authentication protocols for provisioning electronic devices are provided. An approval signal responsive to a provisioning request may be transmitted in real-time, such as under four seconds in certain embodiments. An authen
Read MoreRichmond policy advisor Matt Welch named acting economic development director

Matt WelchA city administrator familiar with Richmond’s economic development department has been tapped to temporarily lead it.Matthew Welch, a senior policy advisor for planning and economic development for the past seven years, has been named acting economic development director following the depa
Read MoreLife sciences startup support program looks to boost biohealth industry in Richmond

The VA Bio+Tech Park is in downtown Richmond near the Coliseum.Efforts are afoot to make Richmond more of a player in the biohealth industry.Downtown-based Activation Capital is launching the Frontier BioHealth program to provide training and mentorship for up to 10 startups from August to November
Read More12,000-square-foot mansion on Cary Street Road listed at $9.5M

The house at 5407 Cary Street Road hit the market last week at $9.5 million. (Photos courtesy CVRMLS)The priciest residential listing seen in Richmond so far this year hit the market last week with a price tag pushing nearly eight figures.The Duncan Lee-designed house at 5407 Cary Street Road, near
Read MoreThe Herd: New hires, promotions & departures for 6.18.24

Deacon Peter J. McCourt, president and CEO of Cristo Rey Richmond, has announced his departure.At the Virginia ABC, Paul Williams, chief information officer and Mark Dunham, chief retail officer, have left the organization.Clara Rodriguez joined McGuireWoods as chief marketing and business developme
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