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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
Brown Edwards' Laura Sprouse Recognized in Forbes Inaugural Best-In-State CPAs List
ROANOKE, VA — Brown Edwards is pleased to announce that Laura Sprouse, Chief Executive Officer, has been named to Forbes' inaugural "Best-In-State CPAs" list. This recognition identifies 1,000 outstanding CPAs from across all 50 states and follows Forbes' previous "Top 200 CPAs" initiative. Laura began serving as CEO in May 2024 after seven years as Chief Operating Officer and is nearing her first anniversary in this leadership role. During her tenure in senior leadership, Brown Edwards has grown to
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
Campbell County leaders break ground on 100,000 square foot industrial building
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Campbell County leaders, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, and several politicians broke ground for the construction of a new 100,000 square foot industrial building. The Campbell County Economic Development Authority hosted the ceremony Tuesday afternoon at Seneca Commerce Park. County leaders said this $11 million industrial building project represents the largest initiative undertaken by the Campbell County Economic Development Department in over a decade and
55 Years of Service: 2024 Annual Report Ready to Serve. Setting the Pace. Going the Distance.
Horizon proudly presents the 55th Anniversary Edition of our 2024 Annual Report: Ready to Serve. Setting the Pace. Going the Distance.We extend our deepest gratitude for the dedication of our incredible staff, the steadfast support of our community, and the powerful partnerships we’ve built together. Your unwavering commitment and collaboration have made this an outstanding year—one filled with impressive outcomes and countless lives transformed. Together, we are building a brighter future for individuals
Moore & Giles Appoints Two New Vice Presidents to Drive Strategic Growth
Moore & Giles, a globally recognized leader in premium leather and luxury goods, announces the promotion of Elizabeth Stroud to Vice President of Marketing and Lifestyle Sales and Brittany Sydnor to Vice President of Merchandising and Product Development. These appointments reflect the company’s focus on innovation and growth as it looks to the future.A Legacy of Excellence, Positioned for Growth Founded in 1933, Moore & Giles grew from a small shoemaking materials purveyor into a celebrated American
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Youth Philanthropy Program Announces 2025 Grant Recipients
- The 19th Youth Philanthropy Council of theGreater Lynchburg Community Foundation awarded their annual nonprofit grants on April 2 at the Park View Community Mission Food for Thought Warehouse.The recipient of the $10,000 Wells Fargo Youth Philanthropy Award is Park View Community Mission and the $5,000 Stuart J. Turille Youth Philanthropy Award is Johnson Health Center.“This award means that young people care about their peers who are food-insecure, and we are honored by the trust they’ve given us to
ABC 13 – WSET Honored with Five Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters Awards
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) - ABC 13-WSET took home several awards from the 2024 Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters Awards at the Awards Luncheon and Annual Membership Meeting at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., on Saturday, April 5th.ABC 13 was honored with: First place Mark Spain for Best TV News AnchorFirst place Alexia Stanbridge and Second place Kelsey Childress for Best ReporterSecond place George Flickinger for Best WeathercasterSecond place for Best Spot News for "Virginia
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Love Heals Achieves Milestone with Federal Trademark Registration
Love Heals Achieves Milestone with Federal Trademark Registration Trademarked phrases "Love Heals" and "Coffee for Caregivers" mark significant growth milestone for the organization. Lynchburg, VA — 04/04/25— Love Heals, a nonprofit organization relentlessly in pursuit of building a world where no one has to walk through hardship alone, is proud to announce that it has officially filed for federal trademark registration for "Love Heals" and "Coffee for Caregivers." This significant achievement comes
The Virginian Hotel Earns Top Honors from Hilton
The Virginian Hotel is thrilled to announce that we have once again been recognized with prestigious accolades from Hilton, reaffirming our commitment to excellence in hospitality. These remarkable achievements would not have been possible without the dedication, passion, and hard work of our incredible team.Award of Excellence – Curio Collection Portfolio for the Americas We are proud to share that The Virginian Lynchburg has been awarded the esteemedAward of Excellenceby Hilton for the Curio Collection
Kevin Triplett Joins Freedom First Business Banking Team
Freedom First Credit Union is excited to welcome Kevin Triplett to our Business Banking team as Vice President Business Banking. He will be working with businesses in Central Virginia to meet their financial needs. Kevin has almost two decades of experience in banking and financial services and focuses on helping small businesses find custom banking solutions. He makes the banking experience for his clients convenient and accessible, and you will often find him meeting with members at their place of
T-Mobile and EQT Close Joint Venture to Acquire Lumos and Expand Fiber Internet Access
The partnership will expand fiber to millions of customers and bring even more capable broadband options, greater value, and benefits to customers BELLEVUE, Wash. and NEW YORK – April 1, 2025 – Today T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS), America’s 5G leader and fastest growing broadband provider, and EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, announced the successful close of their joint venture (JV) to acquire fiber-to-the-home provider Lumos. As part of the transaction, many Lumos customers will soon
American Airlines Expands LYH Flight Schedule
LYNCHBURG, October 1, 2020 ─ On the heels of a continuing recovery in local airline passenger demand, American Airlines will offer an additional regional jet flight at Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) starting October 8, 2020. The new service will increase American’s service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to four roundtrip flights most days, while doubling the airport’s monthly seat capacity compared to its COVID-19 April 2020 low point. The additional flight frequency by American is in
(“ORDER OF PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY FIVE REQUIREMENT TO WEAR FACE COVERING WHILE INSIDE BUILDINGS'')
As you are aware, Governor Northam and VDH issued Executive Order 63 – Order of Public Health Emergency Five (“ORDER OF PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY FIVE REQUIREMENT TO WEAR FACE COVERING WHILE INSIDE BUILDINGS”). The Order requires patrons in the Commonwealth age ten and over…to cover their mouth and nose with a face covering…when entering, exiting, traveling through, and spending time inside” businesses listed in the Order. It requires employees to wear face coverings over their nose and mouth at all times
