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City approves stimulus bonds for private projects

Al Harris January 12, 2010 5

A handful of local projects could get a big boost from a federal stimulus program that funds tax-free bonds

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Will a new boss whip Richmond’s economic development into shape?

Al Harris September 3, 2009 2

Peter Chapman has only been working for the City of Richmond for five weeks, but already he’s studying ways to improve several departments that have for decades been a thorn in the side of

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Baseball debate turning into a full season of speculation

Al Harris July 2, 2009 1

As soon as it seems dead in the water, the baseball debate in Richmond keeps coming back. Charlie Diradour extended his hand in peace today to those in the opposite dugout at a news

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No more bottled water for City Hall

Al Harris June 9, 2009 6

Glug…glug…gone. A tight city budget means no more water coolers to congregate around for workers at City Hall. Parched employees will now have to turn to the old-fashioned water fountain to quench their thirst.

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‘Small businesses really drive the train,’ says Mayor-Elect

Al Harris December 16, 2008 0

As Mayor-elect Dwight Jones prepares to transition from the pulpit back to public office, Richmond BizSense sat down with him to find out his plans for economic development and fostering business growth. Jones, a

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