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LYH named Top 100 Best Places to Live by Livability!
For the second year in a row, LYH has been named as a Top 100 Best Places to Live by Livability! Lynchburg is praised for its vibrant historic downtown, proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, and a strong mix of arts, outdoor recreation, and entrepreneurial energy.This distinction is based off of economy, housing and cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, safety, education and health. Lynchburg ranked among top-performing cities like Roanoke, VA; Huntsville, AL; and Winston-Salem, NC.City
Experience Global Culture at Downtown Lynchburg’s 7th Annual International Festival this Saturday, M
Lynchburg, VA – Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) invites the community to celebrate the 7th Annual International Festival, taking place this Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Main Street (between 9th and 12th Streets). This free, family-friendly event will feature a vibrant showcase of international food, music, dance, art, and activities, offering attendees a chance to experience the world without leaving Lynchburg. “We are proud and honored to carry on the tradition that the City of
Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority Releases 2025–2029 Strategic Plan
Lynchburg, VA, April 17, 2025 – The Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority (LRHA) is pleased to announce the adoption and public release of its 2025–2029 Strategic Plan—a comprehensive framework designed to guide the agency’s vision, goals, and actions over the next five years in response to the evolving housing needs of the Lynchburg community.Grounded in five core strategic priorities which include Preservation and Development of Affordable Housing, Communications and Advocacy, Collaboration and
National Drug Take Back Day Recognized on April 26, 2025
National Drug Take Back Day Recognized on April 26, 2025 Central Virginia - According to the Virginia Department of Health, fatal opioid overdoses remain the leading category of drug-related deaths, claiming the lives of 2,058 Virginians in 2023 (VDH, 2025). In response, local law enforcement agencies are teaming up with communities on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to host local drop-off sites aimed at improving access to safe disposal in the community, a crucial public safety and public
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Delta Star Inc. Expands Lynchburg Manufacturing Facility
Transformer manufacturer will invest $35 million and create 300 new jobs in second expansion in two years RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Delta Star Inc., a manufacturer of power transformers and mobile substations for the electrical grid, will invest $35 million to expand their Lynchburg operations. The project will create 300 jobs. This announcement marks Delta Star’s second expansion in two years, following a $30 million investment and 149 new jobs in 2023. “We are
