There’s more trouble for the formerly Innsbrook-based LandAmerica. A group of former 1031 Exchange customers are irate that lawyers’ fees are gobbling up money they hope to recover. Lawyers working for the bankrupt entity, as well as for the creditor’s committee, get paid from the disputed pot of money, while creditors must hire their own lawyers. [...]
Union Bank & Trust CEO Explains Pouncey Tract Branch Closure
Union Bank & Trust, based in Bowling Green, recently closed the doors of its Pouncey Tract Road location, a story we reported on earlier in the week. President and CEO John Neal said that the lease was coming due and that, with another branch less than a mile away, it made sense to close down the [...]
It’s Official: New Electronics Retailer Filling Former Circuit City Store
After much talk and speculation, it’s official. Indianapolis-based electronics chain hhgregg is coming to the Richmond market. The first location in the metro area? Short Pump Town Center. A small banner has been hoisted on the front of the former Short Pump Circuit City location announcing the coming store.
Private Equity Group In Exclusive Talks With Ukrop’s For Buyout
Grocery industry publication Supermarket News is once again fanning the flames of the “Ukropalypse.” The phrase, coined by many Richmonders on social networking sites like Twitter, came about after speculation of a Harris Teeter buyout last month. The most recent report, however, suggests that Harris Teeter was outbid to purchase the Richmond supermarket chain.
Union Bank & Trust Closes Pouncey Tract Branch
Union Bank & Trust, based in Bowling Green, Virginia, recently closed the doors of its Pouncey Tract Road location. A sign on the door informs customers that “all business should be transferred to Union Bank & Trust Twin Hickory.” No reason was given for the closure of the branch, which is adjacent to the FasMart [...]
Cafe Caturra Opening Short Pump Location In September
Cafe Caturra, with three locations around the Richmond area, is about to open its fourth. A new location is slated to open in September in the Short Pump Crossing shopping center, near Ukrop’s. With the incredible decor and upscale setting of the location on Grove Avenue, it’s easy to mistake the cafe for a sit-down restaurant.
Short Pump-Related Board Of Supervisors Cases: August 2009
Below are the Short Pump-related cases to be heard at the Henrico County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2009. It’s a good way to keep on top of new development that’s being proposed in the Short Pump community. All meetings are open to the public and take place at 7:00 p.m. at the Western [...]
Aloft Hotel Opens At West Broad Village: A Photo Tour
The new 135-room Aloft Hotel at West Broad Village in Short Pump is finally open, despite the recent delays. When you first walk into the eclectic multi-use lobby that the hotel refers to as “re:mix,” you’ll know you’re in for something unique. The building has it’s own look and even it’s own signature scent called [...]
In Brief: Regal Cinemas Remodeling & New Stores Opening At Mall
Work is nearly complete on a remodeling project at the Short Pump Regal Cinemas. Along with a colorful new paint job, wallpaper and contemporary carpeting throughout the lobby and hallways, the theater has installed more than a dozen new flat panel LCD screens that connect together to cover the entire width of the concession area.









