VIRGINIA BUSINESS

VOLUME 14                               FEBRUARY 1999                                           NO. 2

                                         COVER STORY

THE SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS

By Kathleen F. Phalen

Stock in Computer Learning Centers was
flying high in the beginning of 1998. Now
the trade-school chain is facing a barrage
of regulatory and student complaints.

                                  INDUSTRY TRENDS

PUBLIC BONDS FOR PRIVATE SCHOOLS

By Sally Kirby Hartman

Private schools are taking advantage of a 1990 Virginia law that allows some nonprofit organizations to issue tax-exempt bonds through government authorities.

                                  NEWS AND FEATURES

GIVING VIRGINIA A LIFT

By Marjolijn Bijlefeld

Old Dominion businesses spread the wealth when they expand in other regions of the commonwealth.

RACE, SEX, AGE ...

By Robert Burke

Be wary of the way you do business.
Nationwide Insurance is appealing a
$100.5 million judgment for racial
discrimination in the Richmond area.

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