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Gas Station Machete Attack + Speedway To Reopen + Layoffs Loom + Utility Rate Fight: VA Business News

The latest Virginia business news includes the best pizzeria in the state, a utility rate fight, and three suspects fleeing by trampoline.

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The latest business news in Virginia includes the closing of a beloved Thai fixture, layoffs looming for hundreds of workers, and a fight over utility rate hikes. Other headlines include new store openings, redevelopment plans, restaurant rankings and a historic speedway’s return.

Storied VA Short Track Speedway Reopens After Lying Derelict For Years: Report

The once "fearsome" Chesterfield track is scheduled to be challenging drivers regularly again in 2027.

VA Mayor Says Govt Fighting Utility Rate Increase As Public Comment Deadline Looms

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Mayor Aliya Gaskins noted her government's fight against a water rate increase in a video about the city's actions on behalf of residents.

IT Services Firm To Move HQ To NoVA, Add 450 Jobs

Spatial Front will move its headquarters to Arlington, creating 450 jobs through a $6 million investment.

Flore Café In NoVA To Launch Provence-Inspired High Tea Menu

Flore Café in Tysons will launch a Provence-inspired high tea menu June 6 inside Sisters Thai.

NoVA Thai Fixture Closing After 25 Years

A venerable Del Ray Thai restaurant will close its doors in June.

'The Suspects Jumped On The Trampolines': 3 Boys Climb Through NoVA Business' Roof, Play, Escape: Cops

Police say 3 boys climbed through a trampoline park roof to play before fleeing into the night.

NoVA BID Marks 20 Years With New Brand Identity

National Landing BID marked 20 years and unveiled a refreshed brand identity at its 2026 annual meeting.

VA Layoffs Spike In 2026 As Store Closures, Job Cuts Hit

Virginia industries that reported layoffs included staffing and workforce services, beverage and distribution, and manufacturing.

NoVA Named Among America’s Wealthiest Suburbs In New Ranking

McLean ranks among America's wealthiest suburbs, with high incomes and multimillion-dollar home prices driving its standing.

NoVA Planners To Review Chain Bridge Road Redevelopment, Small Area Plan Updates

The Fairfax City Planning Commission will discuss a mixed-use Chain Bridge Road project and possible updates to four small area plans.

NoVA Pizzeria Among Best In The Country, New Ranking Says

The 50 Top U.S. Pizza guide included one pizzeria from Northern Virginia among the 50 best in the country.

Shark Tank-Backed Fashion Brand Poised To Open NoVA Location

The menswear retailer plans to open a 1,700-square-foot store on Market Street in Reston Town Center in late May.

Zara Reopens Renovated Flagship Store At NoVA Shopping Center

Zara reopened its renovated Tysons Corner Center store with expanded space, tech features and new shopping areas.

236 NoVA Workers Could Be Laid Off As GDIT Contracts Near End

GDIT says 236 workers in Falls Church and Arlington could be laid off in July if contract awards or extensions do not come through.

Stranger With Machete Attacks 2 Men At NoVA Gas Station: Police

A 45-year-old man was injured on the hand in the attack.

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