News in Richmond

Starbucks shutters Fan, Short Pump locations as part of mass closure
The company said it chose locations “where we do not believe we can consistently deliver the experience we want for customers and partners or where we don’t see a path to acceptable financial performance.”

Ventimiglia shines in Rams victory
Ben Martindale, Sports Editor Drew Clements, Contributing Writer VCU field hockey beat Saint Louis University in a hard-fought game Friday at Cary Street Field. “They stuck to the game plan pretty well,” said VCU head coach Stacey Bean. “Regardless of what the score was, whether…

Women’s soccer gets first win of the season
Devynn Alston, Staff Writer VCU’s women’s soccer team beat St. Bonaventure University 5-0 on Thursday to earn its first victory of the season. The Rams controlled possession of the ball early and consistently put pressure on the Bonnies’ defense. Within the first 15 minutes of…

RFP in the works to build pre-treatment facility for toxic liquids at embattled Shoosmith landfill
The facility would be a key element to the long-term management of the 335-acre, privately held facility that's been deemed neglected, cash-strapped and considered an environmental hazard.

The Agenda: Local government briefs for 9.28.26
Public comments on the latest Code Refresh draft are accepted through Friday, and city council votes Monday on several solar panel deals and master plan amendments including a historic preservation plan. (BizSense Pro required)

Officials praise Jim Ukrop, local business legend, who died Friday at 89
Perhaps best known for helping grow his family’s Ukrop’s Supermarkets grocery store chain into a beloved Richmond institution, Ukrop also made his mark in philanthropy, banking, venture capital and as a civic booster.

Foreclosures: 9.28.26
Twenty-eight properties are scheduled to be auctioned, including a Chesterfield property with a $627,298 delinquent loan. (BizSense Pro required)

Sponsored Content: She shines the light – and leads the way – on the national challenge of gambling addiction
As director of the Virginia Partnership for Gaming and Health, VCU researcher Carolyn Hawley has helped create a pioneering statewide treatment network.

Owners of Chesterfield Towne Center sell off neighboring shopping center less than a year after buying it
The seller was a joint venture of JRE Partners and Anastacia AG, which bought the roughly 63,000-square-foot strip center as part of their $80 million purchase of the larger mall last year.

Bolling Haxall House puts finishing touches on $2.4M renovation project
“We stand in this space, and we think of everything that’s happened in this room, and we also think of all that’s to come,” said Woman's Club executive director Sally Schwitters. “To see it with a new life is inspiring.”

Horsey homes: Racing exec’s house, equestrian estate hit market with $4M price tags
One of the investors involved in getting Colonial Downs back open several years ago is looking to sell his local residence, while a late attorney's equestrian estate in Montpelier is also on the market.

New panelist announced for HealthForward RVA event on Oct. 28
Join Richmond BizSense and presenting sponsor Children’s Hospital Foundation next month for our annual look at the business of healthcare in Richmond and the people shaping its future.