LandAmerica Creditors Say Lawyer Fees Too High


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.

Henrico Police Arrest 2 In Connection With Burglaries, Larcenies


Henrico Police Tuesday afternoon announced the arrests of two Richmond men in connection with two burglary and larceny incidents in western Henrico and believe the men may be connected with 10 to 15 other similar incidents in the West End dating back to February. Henrico Citizen

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.