MWHC has been using robotics in surgery since 2008, but lately the healthcare system has stepped up its investment and training in the equipment.
Da Vinci 5 a surgical renaissance for Mary Washington Healthcare
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See which houses sold locally last week (Oct. 22-29)
A three-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom lakefront house in the Lake of the Woods was the highest-price house this week at $1.35 million.
Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 30
Opening date announced for popular restaurant.
Patient First planned near Alum Spring in Fredericksburg
The facility, which could open as soon as 2026, is slated for a currently vacant commercial pad site in front of the Fredericksburg Park neighborhood.
Bowman Center gets new digs, craft brews as part of revitalization
Former home to cellophane plant adds a brewery, 250-unit apartment.
More large downtown Fredericksburg properties changing hands
Two large buildings in the center of downtown Fredericksburg are for sale, continuing a recent trend in the market.
Central Park sign getting refreshed, slightly reduced in size
The Central Park sign off Interstate 95 in Fredericksburg is getting a refresh.
Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 23
One restaurant opens on Lafayette Boulevard, one closes in Cosner’s Corner.
Walmart reigns as regional grocery leader
Walmart captured about 20.1 percent of the Fredericksburg-area grocery market, while Giant placed second with 15.1 percent.
When unwanted smoke threatened his business, BBQ entrepreneur didn’t stall payroll
Fire closed down Dickey’s Barbeque Pit but didn’t extinguish owner’s generosity.
Biz Beat Clips: Whittingham turns 30
On this week’s edition of Biz Beat Clips, Bob Whittingham talks about his store’s 30th anniversary.
Data center construction already underway in region
Data center campuses in Stafford and Spotsylvania counties are believed to be the first two with shovels in ground across the Fredericksburg region.
Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 16
City gets updated bond rating from Moody’s, UMW gets a new CFO.
Company establishes Caroline County distribution center
A global manufacturer and distributor of natural-stone products recently made a $10 million investment in Caroline County.
Local housing prices continue to rise in September
Check out the homes that sold for more than $1 million in the region last month — and those currently listed for $1M-plus.
Engineering firm hopes to grow legacy in downtown FXBG
A fast-growing civil engineering firm recently purchased a building in downtown Fredericksburg that is now the company’s headquarters.
Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 9
“Biz Beat Briefs” will run every Wednesday morning and will include a roundup of business news items from around the Fredericksburg region.
Fredericksburg auto dealer buys land for expansion
The owner of the Volvo and Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Fredericksburg has purchased an adjacent parcel that allows for future growth.
Dave’s Hot Chicken coming to Fredericksburg’s Central Park
A spicy chicken restaurant with locations across the U.S. is coming to Fredericksburg’s Central Park shopping center.
Not just Kalahari: Thornburg abuzz with commercial activity
In addition to the $900 million waterpark and resort, a commercial center and road improvements are in the works.
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