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Buffalo Trace Owner Acquires Bankrupt Kentucky Bourbon Distillery for $20 Million
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (441+ words) Sazerac has acquired the former Garrard County Distilling property in Lancaster, Kentucky, after submitting the winning $20 million bid during a court-ordered auction, paving the way for new life at one of the state's newest bourbon production facilities, LEX 18 reported. Sazerac's…...
Toyota Kentucky starts RAV4 Hybrid assembly, supports new training center
1+ week, 3+ day ago (456+ words) Toyota Kentucky is still driving forward after 40 years of business in the Bluegrass State. Supported by $2 billion investments in the past two years, the Japanese car manufacturer " with its largest U. S. plant in Georgetown " started production of the all-new RAV4 Hybrid June…...
Elevate, Arc Light Bring Energy Storage Facility Online in Virginia
3+ week, 1+ hour ago (594+ words) Elevate Infrastructure and Arc Light Capital Partners on June 11 announced the companies have begun operating the 150-MW/600-MWh Prospect Power battery energy storage project in Rockingham County, Virginia. Oops, something went wrong U. S. markets close in 3h 47m Elevate, Arc Light Bring Energy…...
Specific Waste Industries Celebrates Over 45 Years of Excellence in Medical Waste Disposal in Richmond, VA
3+ week, 2+ day ago (641+ words) For over 45 years, Specific Waste Industries has been the trusted name for medical waste disposal in Richmond, VA. The company, regionally owned and operated, serves healthcare facilities across the area with personalized service plans, transparent pricing, and absolutely no hidden…...
All-New Roller Coaster, Flying Fox, Takes Flight at Kentucky Kingdom
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (687+ words) LOUISVILLE, Ky. , May 28, 2026--Today, Kentucky Kingdom opened Flying Fox, an all-new roller coaster that expands the park's lineup to six coasters, the most in the state of Kentucky. Blending immersive storytelling, Kentucky-inspired theming, and family-friendly thrills, Flying Fox represents the…...
Ben Roper Recognized in Grand Opening of The River Apartments Development in Chester, Virginia
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (423+ words) Richmond-based real estate professional Ben Roper was recognized in connection with the opening of The River Apartments, a new luxury multifamily development helping meet rising housing demand in one of Central Virginia's fastest-growing corridors. RICHMOND, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 25, 2026 / Richmond-based…...
Richmond Jazz and Music Festival Returns August 8-9 as the Region's Largest Celebration of Jazz, Music and Culture
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (338+ words) Erykah Badu headlines the event alongside Leon Thomas, Peter White, Alex Isley, Johnny Gill, Samara Joy, and many more RICHMOND, Va. , May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival (RJMF) returns August 8 and 9 for a two-day celebration of sound, culture…...
Final funding unlocks massive Virginia plant for critical US battery component
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (496+ words) A newly financed battery materials plant in Virginia could strengthen a key part of America's energy storage supply chain. Microporous has secured final funding for a major manufacturing facility in Danville, paving the way for expanded U. S. production of battery separators…...
Faye Expands U. S. Headquarters in Richmond, Opening New Office to Fuel Rapid Growth
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (235+ words) Marks next phase of scaling for the AI-powered travel protection platform, with continued investment in its local presence Deepening its Richmond roots Faye's connection to Richmond dates back to before its 2022 launch, beginning with the hiring of Jeff Rolander, VP…...
Mc Coy new CEO, executive director of Virginia Port Authority
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (186+ words) The Virginia Port Authority (VPA) Board of Commissioners has selected Sarah J. Mc Coy as the next chief executive officer of The Port of Virginia. MCoy had served as interim CEO and executive director since January 2026, following the departure of Stephen…...