The City of Richmond is officially in phase one of re-opening along with Northern Virginia and Accomack County.

There are likely countless stories within the walls of the former dominion headquarters and for Paula Jacobson, just about every one of them is a happy memory. Jacobson started working at the East Cary Street building one year after it was constructed in the summer of 1979.

Chesterfield County is launching the “Back in Business” grant program to support small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19.

Petersburg has closed a portion of Sycamore Street to allow for increased outdoor dining.

Since businesses have been closed since March, water has been sitting in the pipes, growing bacteria.

Virginia’s unemployment rate shot up into the double digits in April due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic and efforts to contain it.

Goodwill stores across Virginia are gradually reopening to the public in a phased approached which started Tuesday.

The county’s Board of Supervisors sent a letter Wednesday to Northam asking that restaurants in the county be permitted to open immediately with limited outdoor seating.

Richmond area business, community and government leaders have formed a reopening coalition called “Forward R-V-A.”

A Virginia-based company has won a massive federal contract to manufacture medicines needed to respond to the coronavirus pandemic.

Just as malls start to reopen around Central Virginia, H&M at Stony Point Fashion Park is closing for good.

Let’s Take It Outside, Chesterfield will be a quick access point for restaurants that are reopening within those guidelines for limited outdoor dining.

For Troy and Joyce Smith, Friday dinner at Mission BBQ in Chesterfield was an occasion two months in the making. This couple is just one of perhaps thousands taking advantage of phase one of reopening in Chesterfield.

The company allocated $130 million to "thank you" pay for employees.

Richmond restaurant owner says he will lose at least 40% of what he bought in preparation for this weekend.

Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney says restaurants that were planning on opening this weekend for outdoor service can donate any perishable food and get reimbursed.

Southpark Mark announced that they will be reopening later this week. Protective measures will also be put in place.

After weeks of economic burden from statewide COVID-19 restrictions Virginia ABC authority announced Wednesday that it will be accelerating the process for licensees to receive approval for temporary outside dining areas.

ChamberRVA announced a relief fund for small businesses in the Richmond region impacted by COVID-19.

Some barbershops will be able to open Friday, following strict guidelines.

Town secures $35,000 grant for help businesses ahead of reopen.

Some central Virginia and Shenandoah Valley Hair Cuttery employees are getting some cash for back wages. This follows an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor and a decision by a bankruptcy court in Maryland.

Usually, Above the Bar Gymnastics in Hanover is buzzing with activity, as gymnasts of all ages and abilities work to improve their skills. But ever since closing its doors on March 13, it’s been another locally owned small business fighting to survive.

Flower shop busy for Mother's Day.

Nordstrom announced on Tuesday that it will be permanently closing 16 full-line stores across the country.

As businesses continue efforts to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, an advertising expert is weighing in on the mistakes they see businesses make during these unprecedented times.

A printing company whose Virginia operation dates back to 1913 is closing the facility, putting 184 people out of a job.

By following and complying with Governor Northam’s social distancing guidelines, Hanover County has expanded ways residents can participate.

Abuelita's on Midlothian Turnpike is looking at how to accomplish phase re-opening.

On May 15, several businesses will be reopening as Governor Ralph Northam has instilled a three-phase reopening plan for Virginia.

One of the biggest grocery stores in the country says they are now offering free COVID-19 testing for front-line employees.

Across Virginia, the story is the same for tens of thousands of restaurants, shops, salons, spas, gyms, theaters, transportation services, malls — many at risk of disappearing because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“A lot of people are suffering. A lot of my friends who are hairdressers are really having a hard time dealing with all of this." manager of Jim’s Hopewell Barber Shop said.

Eye doctors may now see non-emergency patients after Executive Order banning elective procedures expired.

As part of Be Kind To Animals Week, Legend Brewing Company is debuting the release of a new ale featuring a dog adopted from the Richmond SPCA.

Walmart announced on Thursday that it was giving its associates in Virginia $4.8 million in cash bonuses.

The grand opening for a new Publix in Chesterfield County has been set for June.

Even as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to rise, Virginia remains strong.

Kroger Mid-Atlantic says they have provided masks for all store associates to wear and as of April 25, employees are required to wear them.

Photographer Shaun Aigner-Lee is yet another example of someone in our community being “Virginia Strong.”She’s making house calls in her neighborhood taking pictures of families on their porches to raise money for FeedMore.

Starbucks has already given away more than one million cups of coffee.

After over a month of statewide stay-at-home restrictions following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March the National Restaurant Association says that the foodservice industry is poised to lose more than $1.3 billion in sales for April if trends continue through the month.

As in most states, Virginia’s unemployment system wasn’t built for the historic surge of applications that followed wide-spread business closures.

Altria Group, Inc. announced that its chairman and CEO is retiring after 28 years with the business.

The U.S. Postal Service has several openings for job positions located in the Central and Northern parts of Virginia.

Carlson Finacial is offering a temporary service to help those nearing retirement or in retirement by answering investment questions.

Smithfield Foods will temporarily close its meat processing plants in Cudahy, Wisconsin and Martin City, Missouri because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Richmond Bizsense is reporting that Trader Joe’s will be opening its second location in Richmond.

The Fresh Market is now requiring all customers to wear a mask before going into the store.

Local businesses need our support now more than ever, so NBC12 has launched a new way to help out.

The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority announced that the company will close all stores for the Easter holiday.

The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC) has announced that the company will temporarily close select stores located in the Northern Virginia area.

Virginia grocery stores have increased efforts to keep stores clean and safe while they remain open to provide essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CarMax will be furloughing about 15,500 employees nationwide starting on April 18.

While restaurants and distilleries remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Ralph Northam has directed Virginia ABC to allow the businesses to sell mixed drinks through takeout or delivery, starting at midnight Thursday.

Small businesses have been hit hard due to social distancing guidelines and the closure of non-essential businesses. A Northern Virginia technology entrepreneur and his wife started a non profit to help small businesses stay afloat.

Mayor Levar Stoney is working with city restaurants to use curbside services during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Sheetz is launching a new service that lets people check out their own convenience store items to minimize social contact during the COVID-19 pandemic.