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Grocer Bans Kids + Food Recall + $60K Store Theft: VA Business News
Recent business news includes a $5.3 million lottery win, Virginia's best employers and new non-stop flights for college football fans.

VIRGINIA — Recent business news in Virginia included the arrest of a suspect in the theft of high-end goods, a pop-up coming to a Northern Virginia location and a $5.3 million jackpot for a Woodbridge woman. Plus Virginia's best employers, a ground beef recall and no charges filed in dogs' deaths.
King Arthur Baking Company Pop-Up Coming To NoVA
King Arthur Baking Company will be operating a pop-up shop for a limited time in Fairfax Corner.
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Ground Beef Recall Reported At Food Lion Store In VA
Food Lion reported that four varieties of ground beef have been recalled due to possibly containing "foreign material."
VA Woman Wins $5.3 Million Through Online Lottery Game
A Woodbridge woman scored $5.3 million from the lottery after not winning the initial scratch ticket she bought.
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These 10 VA Companies Are Among America’s Best Employers
Virginia's 10 best employers include companies in the retail, banking and aerospace industries, according to a new ranking from Forbes.
Suspect Arrested In Theft Of $60K Of High-End Retail Goods
Investigators tracked a suspect to Ohio and arrested him for his role in the theft of $60,000 in high-end purses from a Tysons retailer.
VA PetSmart Staff Not Charged In Dog Deaths Investigation
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria did not recommend charges related to the dog deaths but are making recommendations to the PetsHotel.
New Nonstop Flights Enable Fans To Watch UVA Take On Notre Dame
United is adding special nonstop flights from Reagan National Airport, so college football fans can watch their favorite teams play.
Grocer Bans Unaccompanied Minors At Some DC, MD Stores
Shoppers under 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. at select grocery stores, a spokesperson said.
Virginia Tech Innovation Campus's First Building Nears Completion
The first academic building of the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus is preparing to welcome students in early 2025.
Z!EATS Hiring Employees For New NoVA Location
Z!EATS is hiring employees for its new Fairfax City location near the Giant Food store on Fairfax Boulevard.
Freebie of the Week
Wendy's is giving out free kid's meals to kick off the new school year. Customers can get a free kid's meal with the purchase of a premium combo meal through Sept. 2. The offer is only available on the chain's app. There is a limit of one free kid's meal per visit.
Dining Out Options In Virginia
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- New Zealand-Style Ice Cream Arrives At Dulles Town Center
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