Business

James City restricts vape shops near schools and daycares

New zoning rules create 1,000-foot buffer around child facilities for any smoke or hemp shops

Jul 27 • Williamsburg Independent

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Home values fuel tax estimate gaps between James City and developers

Cardinal Ridge, Bluffs of Kiskiack, and Westwood Park all show developer tax projections outpacing county numbers by $171K to $2.2M each year

Jul 21 • Williamsburg Independent

James City's tax benefit for Cardinal Ridge estimated at $21M to $37M

500-unit mixed-use development proffers include public lands and affordable units; commercial construction timeline in question

Jul 21 • Williamsburg Independent

"archē" is a Hohl new look coming to Williamsburg

Also, new neurological care center considered near Doctors' Hospital

Jul 1 • Williamsburg Independent

Data center rules diverge in York and James City

Plus, York board talks intersections, bridges and potholes with VDOT

Apr 12 • Williamsburg Independent

Williamsburg's downtown restaurant scene getting new additions

Mil Amores Taqueria, Don Chido, and Ricky's Wine Bar are all working to open soon

Mar 6 • Williamsburg Independent

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Hope you’re hungry, three new restaurants coming to downtown Williamsburg

Mil Amores Taqueria near the college; Don Chido and Ricky’s Wine Bar on Prince George St.

Mar 6 • Williamsburg Independent

Who Would You Nominate for 2026 Williamsburg Business Appreciation Awards?

Nominations open February 13 with winner to be honored May 14 by City Council

Feb 3 • Williamsburg Independent

Church Approved for Vacant Williamsburg Pottery Building

James City supervisors unanimously back changes allowing Coastal Community Church to create a 1,000-seat worship center in Building B

Jan 16 • Williamsburg Independent

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Proposed Church at Williamsburg Pottery Gets Thumbs Down from James City Staff

Parking, traffic and access issues still to be considered by Planning Commission later this week, Supervisors later this year

Nov 3, 2025 • George Arbogust

Vacant "Building B" at Williamsburg Pottery Factory May Become New Home for Local Church

Proposal for 800 seat worship space + a dozen classrooms clears initial review by James City County planning staff

Aug 19, 2025 • George Arbogust

BIZ BRIEF: Williamsburg’s Whiskey & Wine Weekend Pours Business Into Local Economy

Annual summer event gives visitors and locals a shot to explore unique libations

Jun 23, 2025

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