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Grocery Store Closings + $1M Raffle Win + Political Ice Trays: VA Business

VA's business headlines include a grocery chain closing all stores, a $1 million raffle winner, top chefs and where to watch the Super Bowl.

Virginia's latest business news includes Mardi Gras arriving early at one restaurant, a $1 million raffle ticket, and ice trays with a political bent. Plus restaurant week is extended, a new eatery brings Indian cuisine to NoVA and the U.S. Treasury canceled contracts with a Virginia-based contractor.

Amazon Fresh Closing VA Stores, Some Could Become Whole Foods Markets

Amazon said it is closing its Fresh and cashierless Go stores in Virginia and nationwide.

$1M Raffle Ticket Purchased At Grocery Store

A retired service member from Burke claimed one of the five $1 million prizes in the Virginia Lottery's New Year's Millionaire Raffle.

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Immigrant Food Invites You To 'Drink What You're Thinking'

Immigrant Food, the D.C.-area restaurant chain, is making "F*CK ICE Trays" available for nationwide shipping.

Restaurant Week Extended Featuring Over 90 Dining Options

Alexandria Restaurant Week, featuring chef-driven menus that highlight the city's food scene at more than 90 restaurants, has been extended.

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Mardi Gras Comes Early At VA Bakery

Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery is celebrating Mardi Gras early with a sampling of Carnival confections from Chief David Guas.

Bombay Canteen To Hold Grand Opening In Alexandria

The Bombay Canteen will officially celebrate its grand opening in Alexandria. The restaurant celebrates the Indian city's culinary heritage.

$100K VA Lottery Raffle Ticket Bought At Grocery Store

A Nokesville woman was one of the seven people to win $100,000 in the Virginia Lottery's New Year's Millionaire Raffle.

17 DC Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists

Three Virginia and 17 Washington, D.C., chefs and restaurants are nominated for the top awards in the restaurant industry.

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