Data Center Limits, Karaoke Denial, Famed Chef Comes To NoVA

Data center development rules are tightening in Northern Virginia, with Prince William County sharply curtailing where projects can be built by right.

Also in this week’s Virginia business news, Arlington officials denied Big Tony’s Pizzeria and Dive Bar's request for a live entertainment permit that would have allowed karaoke, and famed chef Peter Chang opened the latest addition to his restaurant empire in NoVA.

NoVA Software Company Hid Russian Ownership From U.S. Government Clients: DOJ

Two men are charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud for allegedly hiding the foreign ownership of a U.S. contractor.

Famed Chinese Chef Announces Opening Date Of New NoVA Restaurant

The newest addition to this chef's local empire will open very soon in Alexandria.

NoVA Board Approves Later Music Hours At 2 Venues, Denies Big Tony’s

Arlington elected officials approved expanded live entertainment hours at two Clarendon venues but denied Big Tony's request.

Data Center Policy To Be Discussed At 2 Open House Meetings In NoVA

The Loudoun County government will hold two open house meetings to discuss its ongoing overhaul of data center policies.

NoVA Supervisors Approve Major Limits On By-Right Data Center Development: Report

The county's board of supervisors has voted to significantly alter the process by which new data centers are approved.

NoVA Hospital Grant To Support Maternal Health, Blood Pressure Programs

A $25,000 grant announced by Reston Hospital Center will support maternal health resources and blood pressure monitoring across the region.

Employment

• Layoff Announcements Up Nearly 50% In Northern Virginia As 450+ Lose Jobs
• Loudoun County Public Schools Launch Electrical Training Program As Demand For Skilled Workers Grows

Land Use And Development

• Phasecraft To Open U.S. Headquarters In Arlington, Create 19 New Jobs
• Fairfax Council Approves Highlands At Mantua Townhomes In 4-2 Vote
• Fairfax School Board Member Proposes Flock Camera Ban On School Property
• Alexandria Police Announce Technology Listening Sessions As City Debates Flock Camera Use

More Business News

• Kinship Wine + Wares Opens At Lake Anne Plaza In Reston
• George Mason Launches Virginia Quantum Hub With $3.7M Grant
• Curiosity Club Bringing Hands-On STEM Activities, Touch-A-Truck To The Boro
• Police Seek Man Accused Of Brandishing Firearm At Fredericksburg Store