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Public Hearing Scheduled to Receive Input Regarding Proposed Real Property Tax Increase
LYNCHBURG, Va. – On Monday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m., the Lynchburg City Council will conduct a public hearing to receive input regarding a proposed increase of real property. The hearing will take place in City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street. 1. Assessment Increase: Total assessed value of real property, excluding additional assessments due to new construction or improvements to property, exceeds last year's total assessed value of real property by 12.9 percent. 2. Lowered Rate Necessary to Offset
DOWNTOWN LYNCHBURG ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIVE NEW WINNERS OF THE 2025 LAUNCH LYH PITCH COMPETITION
DOWNTOWN LYNCHBURG ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIVE NEW WINNERS OF THE 2025 LAUNCH LYH PITCH COMPETITION$100,000 in cash grants awarded to support small business startups and expansions in Downtown Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA – Downtown Lynchburg Association is thrilled to announce the winners of its third and final Launch LYH pitch competition. This innovative program fosters economic growth and revitalizes the heart of Lynchburg by supporting promising entrepreneurs eager to start, relocate, or expand their
Downtown Lynchburg Association Announces Leadership Transition
Downtown Lynchburg Association Announces Leadership Transition Lynchburg, VA – After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, Ashley Kershner will step down as Executive Director of the Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) later this summer. Kershner has led the organization since 2016, during a period of significant growth and revitalization in Downtown Lynchburg. Under her leadership, DLA launched impactful programs such as Bright Nights on the Bluffwalk, Launch LYH, Movies in the Park, Fireworks
Youth Summer Fun & Safety Resource Aims to Keep Kids Active, Engaged and Nourished
Youth Summer Fun & Safety Resource Aims to Keep Kids Active, Engaged and Nourished As summer begins, the City of Lynchburg is making it easier than ever for families to find meaningful, safe and enriching opportunities for their children. The City has launched the Youth Summer Fun & Safety online resource guide, an easy-to-use site offering a centralized place for families to discover local activities, educational programs, safety tips and essential nutrition resources for the months ahead. The
Lynchburg Regional Airport Launches Major Rehabilitation of Runway 4-22
Lynchburg Regional Airport Launches Major Rehabilitation of Runway 4-22LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) is moving forward with a key infrastructure upgrade this summer, the full rehabilitation of Runway 4-22, its longest and most heavily used runway. Construction is set to begin June 1 and will continue through the end of August, with additional work planned in the fall. Like city streets, airport runways require regular resurfacing to remain safe and effective. Unlike roads, however,
