Petersburg casino preview features 900+ slot machines
A temporary casino with 900 slot machines and 30 table games – but still no poker or a sportsbook – will open in Petersburg on Jan. 22
Richmond Fed leader sees less economic uncertainty in 2026
Gas prices are down, and tax refunds next month will provide some economic stimulus, Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin said Thursday.
Fed sees slight economic growth in Southeast
The Federal Reserve’s Fifth District in recent weeks saw modest economic growth, with stronger consumer spending and commercial real estate.
Fortune 500 retailer CarMax lays off 230 employees, many in Virginia
Goochland County-based Fortune 500 used car retailer CarMax has laid off approximately 230 employees, including 113 in the Richmond area.
Best Products co-founder Frances Lewis dies at 103
Frances Aaronson Lewis, who co-founded Henrico County's Best Products retail company and was a major figure among contemporary art collectors in the United States, died Jan. 10, her family announced Tuesday.
Solstice Advanced Materials to invest $220M in Chesterfield expansion
Solstice Advanced Materials plans to invest $220 million to expand production at its manufacturing facility in Chesterfield County.
Sauer Properties taps new president
Richmond-based private real estate company Sauer Properties announced Tuesday that it has promoted Marshall French to president.
Henrico EDA head to join Richmond consulting firm
S.I.R. on Thursday announced that it has tapped Henrico EDA director Anthony Romanello to join the firm as a managing partner.
EAB acquires UK-based AI marketer
EAB, which has a significant presence in Henrico County, has acquired U.K.-based Hybrid to expand AI-powered digital marketing services for colleges and universities.
Acquisition of Elephant Insurance completed
Admiral Group completes sale of Henrico County-based Elephant Insurance to J.C. Flowers, marking new ownership for the U.S. auto insurer.
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announces CFO succession
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer CFO Chip Dustin will retire in the first quarter of 2026 and be succeeded by Keishee Hill, the firm announced.
Owens & Minor rebrands after $375M sale of largest division
Owens & Minor completed the sale of its Products & Healthcare Services segment to Platinum Equity for $375 million.



















