Local News

Gilpin Court redevelopment meeting turns testy as residents express skepticism about redevelopment plan

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The plans detailed Thursday call for the gradual development of 1,306 new rental units at a range of price points on the existing Gilpin Court site.

VPAP launching search for new leader as Piper plans return to election consulting role

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Piper, a former Virginia elections commissioner, is expected to leave VPAP after the November elections.

Google announces $9 billion investment in Virginia, including a Chesterfield data center

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For years it has been known as Project Peanut, but on Wednesday, Chesterfield’s newest large-scale business development was unmasked.

City warns of online scammers impersonating government officials

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Always contact a local government official directly when wondering about the validity of a communication.

Friday Cheers to take a year off in 2026 for Brown's Island construction

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The series will resume in May 2027.

City considering sale of Southside properties for $70 million Belmont Road housing development

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City Council will still have to sign off on the deal before it can go forward.

Activation Capital, the state’s accelerator for biotech companies, names a new CEO

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When Michael Steele graduated from JMU, there were few job opportunities in the biotech field.