Friday marks perhaps the Commonwealth’s biggest step towards pre-pandemic life in over a year: all capacity and gathering restrictions will be lifted, as per Governor Ralph Northam.
Masks may still be required for everybody onboard trains and planes, but an easing of restrictions nationwide is enough for millions to do what they missed out on for over a year: Vacation.
Collective 365 recently selected the winners of a $25,000 grant, and out of the seven chosen, five were from Richmond: Slyderz Baseball, Iron Village Preparatory Academy, Black Lives Matter 804, Resume Revamp, and Girls Like Me.
As the Commonwealth starts to ease back into pre-pandemic life, many industries are being hit hard as they struggle to rehire and fill positions. The Virginia restaurant and hospitality industry is hoping to help through training and job fairs.
The pain at the pump is starting to ease a bit for the first time in days, as most Virginia gas stations are pumping out fuel again. But patience is still a must as 45% of gas pumps are still running on “E.”
The recent pain at the pump is real, but should there be more pain to stop people from hoarding gasoline? Some economists argue big price hikes make sense in times like this.
The pandemic has taken an undeniable toll on businesses of all backgrounds, including staples like Saxon’s Shoes. The company has been in business since 1953 and owner, Gary Weiner, said it’s been one of the most difficult challenges they have ever faced.
In the next 2 months, the Scotts Addition area may be getting a new addition as Movieland at Boulevard Square in Richmond is looking to build a drive-in movie theater in the parking lot of its Richmond theater complex at 1301 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
In honor of Black History Month and Women’s History Month, starting Feb. 10, the American Civil War Museum is releasing a new exhibit called the “Peake Series” honoring Mary S. Peake.
Despite that promising news for the job market, the restaurant industry continues to struggle and some aspiring bartenders and servers are wondering whether the risk to work is worth the reward.
Businesses have between eight and 24 weeks to use the funds, with at least 60 percent going toward payroll and the rest toward eligible expenses like rent and utilities.
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season rarely ever ends with Christmas. Stores and online retailers are busier than ever, processing thousands of returns amid the pandemic.
RMC Events has announced the creation of 100 new full and part-time jobs. The company is actively recruiting for External Services positions to provide support at a growing number of client job sites across central Virginia.
Tuesday, Governor Ralph Northam announced temporary changes to the Commonwealth’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program that would support Virginia workers and businesses that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ashley Welch says the best part of her job as the owner of Lakeside at Welch Estate Wedding Venue in Powhatan is making wedding ceremonies as stress-free as possible, but this year has been anything but.
