Business
Osprey’s Landing Reopens
December 8, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — If you’ve missed fine dining and the views of the Occoquan River at Belmont Bay then you’re in luck, as Osprey’s Landing restaurant has reopened for business.
Old Borders Now Used Bookstore
November 30, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — The one-time Borders location in Woodbridge off Prince William Parkway has been given new life. It’s been converted in a 2nd and Charles – a used book store chain based in the southeast U.S. with an eclectic assortment of merchandise.
Local Black Friday Deals
November 25, 2011
As a locally owned, run, and supported small business, PotomacLocal.com is proud to support other local businesses as much as possible.
Civil War, Mall, Museums Boost Tourism
November 2, 2011
Tourism revenue is on the rise in the greater Prince William region and across Virginia, according to data released by the Virginia Tourism Corporation.
New Restaurants, Day Care Coming to Aquia Towne Center
August 31, 2011
North Stafford, Va. — The on again – off again project to redevelop Aquia Towne Center is progressing with several new businesses signed up to lease space at the mixed-use shopping center.
Car Dealership a New Neighbor
August 23, 2011
North Stafford, Va. — First houses, then a convience store, and now Nissan car dealership.
Incubator Grows Small Business
August 23, 2011
For a fee anywhere between $49 for a virtual membership and over $1,000 for an actual office, small business owners at the Mason Enterprise Center can utilize conference space, and get professional consulting to help them solidify their business plan, create a marketing strategy, and find all important sources of funding.
Business Park a Vision Realized
August 16, 2011
North Stafford, Va. — At the center of the Potomac Communities lies one of the area’s economic bright spots, which aims to bring thousands of new jobs over the next eight years.
UVA Likes Todos Supermarket
August 9, 2011
Todos Supermarket in Woodbridge is one of 14 finalists recognized by the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business annual Tayloe Murphy Resilience Awards.
Tax Holiday Begins
August 5, 2011
Back to school is closer than you think, so that’s why Virginia’s tax free shopping holiday begins today.
Tommy Bahama Opens this Weekend
August 4, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — They’re celebrating over at Potomac Mills mall this weekend with the opening of Tommy Bahama Outlet.
Tackett’s Mill Hoping for a Renaissance
August 2, 2011
As redevelopment in the Potomac Communities has shifted from strip malls to walkable, urban centers, Tackett’s Mill — with its shopping, office space, residential neighborhoods within walking distance and transit connections – was the original town center.
Town Centers Could Stamp Out Small Businesses
July 28, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. –– As redevelopment in Woodbridge continues its shift from strip malls to urban town centers, some smaller businesses may not survive.
No Saving Woodbridge Borders
July 26, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — A plan to save the Borders bookstore in Woodbridge has fallen flat on its face.
Business Owners Weigh In on Debt Debate
July 25, 2011
Prince William County, Va. — As politicians in Washington argue over the nation’s debt ceiling, business owners in Prince William County are watching the debate closely.
End of the Line for Borders
July 18, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — The days appear to be numbered for the last remaining Borders book store in the Potomac Communities.
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July 17, 2011
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Stafford Lures Woodbridge Contractor
July 14, 2011
Stafford, Va. –– Chalk one in the win column for Stafford, as the county that dubbed itself business friendly convinced Woodbridge-based Tridex Associates to move 110 employees there.
Potomac Hospital’s Parent Company Posts Higher Profits
July 6, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — The new owners of Potomac Hospital saw a 50 percent increase in profits last year.
Private Firms Purchase BJ’s Wholesale
July 6, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — One of the first wholesale shopping clubs in the Potomac Communities is going private.
