Mar. 3, 2026
ARKO Details Dealerization Push, ARKO Petroleum IPO and Retail Efficiency Plan at Conference
Company outlines transformation strategy, including shift to wholesale and fleet fueling, retail optimization, and growth initiatives.
Mar. 3, 2026
Small Watch Retailers Ride $85 Billion Market Wave as Younger Buyers Treat Timepieces as Investments
Online-first model helps independent sellers like Watch Aces capture share of growing luxury watch demand
Mar. 2, 2026
Care-A-Lot Pet Supply Expands to Fifth Store in Virginia Beach
Family-owned pet supply store opens new location, continuing growth since 1988 origins.
Feb. 28, 2026
Hair Cuttery Family of Brands Partners with amika
Collaboration expands professional haircare products and services available to customers nationwide.
Feb. 27, 2026
Federal Realty Announces Modernization of Barracks Road Shopping Center in Charlottesville
Planned upgrades aim to refresh the property's appearance and enhance the shopper experience.
Feb. 27, 2026
Final Phase of Barracks Road Renovations to Begin
Upgrades include new canopy, seating areas, and sidewalk replacement
Feb. 26, 2026
New Report Reveals Costco and BJ's as Least Expensive Grocery Stores
Whole Foods found to be the most expensive national grocery chain, averaging 39.7% higher prices than Walmart.
Feb. 26, 2026
IKEA to Open New Store in Culver City, Los Angeles
The new 38,050-square-foot outlet will be the furniture retailer's first city-center format store in the heart of LA.
Feb. 25, 2026
TJ Maxx to Open New Store in North Chesterfield, Virginia
The off-price retailer's new location will feature faster checkout and an 'easy to shop layout'.
Feb. 25, 2026
Bergey's Breadbasket Co-Owner Lynn Bergey Dies at 55
Bergey was an integral part of the family-run bakery in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Feb. 25, 2026
Salvation Army Relocates to New 19,000-SF Space at Woodbridge Shopping Center in Virginia
The nonprofit has taken a highly visible position within the shopping center, occupying approximately 19,000 square feet.
Feb. 25, 2026
Harrisonburg Launches 'Love Local Week' Giveaway to Boost Downtown Businesses
The $4,000 prize pool aims to reengage the community and drive foot traffic to local shops and restaurants.
Feb. 23, 2026
Bassett Furniture's HideAway Dining Collection Delivers Strong Sales for Retailers
Customizable, Made-in-America solid wood dining program offers flexibility and value for open-concept homes
Feb. 22, 2026
IKEA to Open 16 New Locations in 2026
The Swedish furniture giant announces expansion plans across the U.S.
Feb. 21, 2026
IKEA Announces New 2026 Store Openings Across US
Furniture giant to expand presence in Chicago, Tulsa, Fort Collins and Los Angeles
Feb. 13, 2026
Falls Church Welcomes New Grocery Outlet Location
Virginia entrepreneur Prince Wafa to lead the first Grocery Outlet store in the state.
Feb. 13, 2026
Railyard Businesses Band Together After Lidl Abandons Norfolk Plans
Businesses in Norfolk's Railyard at Lambert's Point find ways to succeed without the anticipated grocery store anchor tenant.
Feb. 11, 2026
New Shops and Eateries Coming to Fairfax Corner
Peterson Companies' 36,000-square-foot retail building is now fully leased.
Feb. 11, 2026
Belfort Furniture Expands Operations with Purchase of Berryville, Virginia Distribution Center
The new 260,000-square-foot facility will support Belfort's growth and improve delivery times in the Greater Washington, D.C. region.
Feb. 11, 2026
Norfolk to Pay $1.5M to End H&M's MacArthur Center Lease Early
City leaders aim to redevelop the struggling mall site with new homes, hotels, and retail.
