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Foster Fuels Supports Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts with Over 100 Trucks and Personnel Dispatched
One week after hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida, Foster Fuels' emergency fueling operation has grown to over 100 trucks and personnel active in supporting the relief efforts. The company has assets across Florida, Georgia and South Carolina to deliver lifesaving fuel and water during Hurricane Ian's devastating aftermath. Through federal and private-sector contingency contracts, Foster has moved over 307,000 gallons of diesel, 125,500 gallons of gasoline, 29,000 gallons of propane, and 24,000 gallons
Help for Florida
With Florida left in devastation after Hurricane Ian barreled through last week, Gleaning For The World is responding. The organization was already collecting hurricane relief supplies for victims of Hurricane Fiona which hit Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, when all eyes began to watch as Ian strengthened out at sea. “We made the decision to continue collecting for victims of Fiona, but to also begin asking for supplies for those affected by Hurricane Ian last week, too. We have nonprofit
Golden Corral Launches Major Catering Program in Lynchburg
Golden Corral, America’s largest all-you-can eat buffet chain, expands its buffet with a larger and more extensive catering offering. “Feeding large groups of people is part of our restaurant DNA so we developed a catering program to take that expertise and food outside of the restaurant walls. We cater to church and office gatherings, medical offices, luncheons, banquets, weddings, sporting events, holiday parties, and more,” said Billy Sewell, Platinum Corral franchise owner and owner of the Lynchburg
Years in the making: Lynchburg officials break ground on new police headquarters
View story in The News & Advance....As a crowd gathered Friday morning under gray skies at the corner of Odd Fellows Road and Albert Lankford Drive, city leaders dug shovels into the ground and tossed the first loads of dirt at the future site of a new Lynchburg Police Department headquarters, a long-awaited start to a project many years in the making. “We needed a new building when I started here almost 26 years ago,” LPD Chief Ryan Zuidema said. “And probably people that were here long before me could
Magazine names Lynchburg one of 25 best college towns in US
View story in The News & Advance...The city of Lynchburg has been named one of the 25 best college towns in the United States by “Travel & Leisure” magazine. Randolph College President Sue Ott Rowlands said in an email “the cultural climate of Lynchburg, including its youthful nature, makes it a wonderful environment for our students to learn and grow within.” Ott Rowlands went on to say, “We are proud to be part of such a thriving region.” According to the magazine, nearly one quarter of the population
Lynchburg City Council considering eliminating license for smaller businesses
View story at The News & Advance...Next month, Lynchburg City Council will entertain a resolution that would eliminate business license fees for any business in the city that has gross receipts less than $50,000 for the preceding year.During Tuesday's council work session, Lynchburg Commissioner of the Revenue Mitch Nuckles briefed council on the effects of the move, saying doing so would only reduce annual revenues by an estimated $35,000.Nuckles said the city currently has a $30 license tax for businesses
Sen. Warner makes stop in Hill City to discuss clean energy, CHIPS Act with business leaders
See story at the News & Advance...U.S. Sen. Mark Warner made a stop in the Hill City on Friday afternoon, visiting the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance to meet with business and higher education leaders of Central Virginia to talk about nuclear energy and his recently-championed CHIPS and Science Act in the U.S. Senate. In addition to discussing the CHIPS Act, Warner also spoke about the recently-passed Inflation Reduction Act, which incentivizes investments into clean, renewable energy forms, such as
Foster Fuels Responds Ahead of Hurricane Ian's Impact
Foster Fuels' Mission Critical division dispatches close to 100 emergency fuel trucks ahead of Hurricane Ian's impact on Florida. The team is making its way to secure locations north of the projected impact area and will respond after Ian makes landfall. Demand is expected to increase after the scale of the hurricane's impact is better understood. Foster's team has been operating around the clock, sending trucks throughout the weekend, with the bulk of their fleet leaving Tuesday, September 27. The trucks
GROUNDBREAKING FOR “UNIQUE” HOUSE IN LYNCHBURG THIS FRIDAY One lucky Lynchburg resident will receive
FARRR FOUNDATION / DBA LIGHTHOUSE BELOVED COMMUNITY LLC. Is pleased to announce a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, September 30 from 1:30-3 p.m. at 17 Watts Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504. We invite our community leaders, citizens, and media to join us for this special event. The 2 story, 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath house to be built will be constructed with new building science that promotes net zero housing technologies. Divine Fog Realty is donating the house through its Divine Fog Serves Foundation. After
Lynchburg Moms: Sign Up for ZenBusiness’s Moms Mean Business Initiative to Get Your Business Off the Ground for Free!
Here at ZenBusiness, we're beyond excited to announce our first-ever class of ZenBusiness Boss Moms via our Moms Mean Business initiative, where we’re giving away free LLCs to all moms in America! Lynchburg moms can register their business name and idea and complete a simple form to participate. Once you're in, you'll get a free LLC and have access to our all-in-one platform to create your business completely free of charge! What Is the ZenBusiness Moms Mean Business Program? The ZenBusiness Moms Mean
Chauncey E. Spencer, Sr., Pioneer Aviator and Tuskegee Airman, Statue Dedication (Oct. 1)
On Saturday, October 1, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., the public is cordially invited to attend the unveiling and dedication of the Chauncey E. Spencer, Sr. statue at the Lynchburg Regional Airport, 350 Terminal Drive. Chauncey Edward Spencer, Sr. (1906-2002), whose love of flying began as a child, was a founding member of the National Airmen’s Association of America and made it possible for people of color to be trained at Tuskegee Army Airfield during World War II, better known as the Tuskegee Airmen. This
UScellular Offers Support to Lynchburg Customers with Free Calls to Puerto Rico
LYNCHBURG, Va. (Sept. 26, 2022) – To help customers needing to connect with family, friends and loved ones, UScellular is offering customers free calls to Puerto Rico. From Sept. 26 through Oct. 31, 2022, customers can make outbound calls to Puerto Rico with no international dialing rates applied.Postpaid customers will have charges automatically waived. Prepaid customers whose plans allow for international dialing can call customer service at 1-888-944-9400 or *611 from their mobile phone to receive
Gleaning to collect supplies for Hurricane Fiona Relief
Last weekend, Category 1 Hurricane Fiona barreled through Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. The aftermath: massive flooding through both Caribbean islands with widespread power blackouts. More than a million residents are left without power or drinking water as they work together to clean up debris and repair property damages. Dominican president Luis Abinader has declared disaster zones in three providences: La Altagracia, El Seibo, Hato Mayor, and President Joe Biden has declared a state of
Lynchburg City Council candidates discuss laboratory schools, mental health during town hall
See story at The News & Advance...With early voting nearing its start Friday, six candidates for three at-large seats on Lynchburg City Council attended a town hall Monday night, debating issues such as lab schools and mental health, among several topics. New candidates Patrick Earl, Martin Misjuns, Stephanie Reed and Walter Virgil Jr., alongside incumbents Treney Tweedy and Beau Wright, answered questions from a moderator at the forum hosted by the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance. Larry Taylor, a new
Lynchburg students explore careers before graduation with new internship program
See story at The News & Advance...Lately, Heritage High School senior Micah Thomas has been contemplating what he wants to pursue after graduation.Before the end of his junior year, he applied for a newly launched internship program run by Beacon of Hope, a nonprofit which works with Lynchburg City Schools to ensure each student attains secondary education.Over the summer, he spent three weeks working with the Lynchburg-based North American headquarters of nuclear-services firm Framatome learning about what
Street Closures Associated with Amazing Mile (Sept. 23) and Virginia 10 Miler (Sept. 24)
Below is information regarding street closures associated with the Amazement Square Amazing Mile (Friday, September 23) and the Virginia 10 Miler (Saturday, September 24): AMAZEMENT SQUARE AMAZING MILE Friday, September 23 The running of the Amazement Square Amazing Mile will take place on Friday, September 23 with the start/finish line located on Ninth and Jefferson Streets. VIRGINIA 10 MILER Saturday, September 24 Street Closures will affect Langhorne Road, Cranehill Drive, Rivermont Terrace,
Two local schools receive Princeton Review rankings
View story at The News & Advance...Randolph College and the University of Lynchburg were included on the Princeton Review website of “The 388 Best Colleges,” a list based on the data from a survey of 160,000 students.Eric Baldwin, vice president of student development at the University of Lynchburg, said he thinks the rankings and student responses are an indication of where students are looking and what is valued in higher education.“We have a culture here, where everyone from faculty, staff administration
Two local schools receive rankings from Princeton Review
View story at The News & Advance...Randolph College and the University of Lynchburg were included on the Princeton Review website of “The 388 Best Colleges,” a list based on the data from a survey of 160,000 students.Eric Baldwin, vice president of student development at the University of Lynchburg, said he thinks the rankings and student responses are an indication of where students are looking and what is valued in higher education.“We have a culture here, where everyone from faculty, staff administration
Randolph College unveils historical marker to honor professor’s contribution to suffrage movement
View story at The News & Advance...Randolph College hosted a ceremony at Wimberly Recital Hall to unveil a marker honoring former English professor Nellie Powell. “This for me is now like the end of seven years of trying to get places identified,” Nancy Tate, Virginia coordinator of the National Votes for Women Trail, said last week. “So it's a very happy ending, very celebratory. I'm really pleased that the college embraced it this much.” The historical marker was placed near the corner of Rivermont and
New president begins first school year at Randolph College
View story at The News & Advance....Randolph College has begun classes for its fall semester, kicking off President Sue Ott Rowlands’ first year in leadership at the private Lynchburg school. Ott Rowlands said she never thought she would ever be the president of a college. “There was a point where I realized I really liked working in positions where I felt I could make a difference,” Rowlands said. “And I suppose in higher ed, being a president or a chancellor gives you the opportunity to make a
Pinnacle is a top 10 Best Workplace in the Country for Financial Services and Insurance
NASHVILLE, TN, Sept. 7, 2022 –Pinnacle Financial Partners has been named one of the top 10 best financial services firms to work for in the entire country by FORTUNE and Great Place to Work®. The firm earned the No. 9 spot on the new list, its sixth consecutive top 10 finish. Earlier in 2022, the firm was ranked No. 28 on FORTUNE’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For.“Across the span of our 22 years in business, associates have driven our best-in-class culture,” said Terry Turner, Pinnacle’s
Brown Edwards Named Top 50 Construction Accounting Firm
For the fourth year in a row, Brown Edwards has been recognized as a Top 50 construction accounting firm by Construction Executive Magazine. Now in its 20th year of publication, Construction Executive is the leading trade magazine about the business of construction. In itsJuly/August 2022 issue, CE published a comprehensive ranking of The Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms™ in the nation, featuring breakouts and analysis. Brown Edwards ranked number 38 this year and in addition to the overall
Scott Insurance Names Kathy Ferrell to Board of Directors
LYNCHBURG, Va., - Scott Insurance recently announced the appointment of Kathy Ferrell, Vice President of Benefits Operations, as the newest member of the company’s Board of Directors. “I am excited to have Kathy join the Scott Board of Directors,” said Hutch Mauck, President of Scott Insurance. “Her strategic contributions have been invaluable during her long-standing tenure as an engaged leader at Scott and I know we will greatly benefit from her perspectives and ideas.” Ferrell joined Scott in 2008
Tips on How to Get Your Foot in the Door If You’re a Creative in Lynchburg
If you're a creative who’s just starting out, you’ve probably spent more time trying to get your foot in the door than on perfecting your craft. That said, it probably goes with the territory if you’re trying to make a name for yourself. Nonetheless, it still is possible to get noticed by following these helpful tips.Focus on your media kit Your media kit will preview what you’re capable of, which is why it’s important to perfect it if you want to get noticed quickly. A media kit will also provide a
HEATH BARRET EARNS SALES AWARD: Lifetime Sales Achievement Award recognizes chamber of commerce sales
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) has awarded Heath Barret of the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance with the Dana Ketterling Lifetime Sales Achievement Award. The award recognizes career sales achievement, with awards based on the total number or total dollar amount of chamber membership sales. Barret earned recognition in the Bronze category for achieving 500 transactions or $175,000 in sales in chamber memberships throughout his career. “Membership sales
A big economic development opportunity’ for Lynchburg area
View full story at the Cardinal News...The state budget includes $25 million to pay off bonds on the now-closed Central Virginia Training Center in Amherst County. Here’s why that’s such a big deal (and why some neighbors worry). An aerial view of the Central Virginia Training Center site. Courtesy of Training Center Master Plan. It’s captivating to watch Vickie Seacrist feed the deer that mill around her front yard like lazy cats. On any given morning she can be found amidst about a dozen deer, a few of
Local, state officials looking ahead to 'unique opportunity' with CVTC site
View story at The News & Advance...What some people once thought might be impossible has been proven possible with the removal of $25 million in bonds for the Central Virginia Training Center. The process — which state and local officials hope will clear the way to redevelop the 350-acre property that served residents with disabilities until the center closed in 2020 — will take place between now and October. The state’s fiscal year 2023-24 biennium budget, which the General Assembly approved June 1,
'From a dream to reality': A look at the plan to transform CVTC site
View story at The News & Advance...In 25 years, a walk through the grounds of the former Central Virginia Training Center may include a view of townhomes, single-family houses, a village center area and a restaurant, among other attractions and amenities. For Lynchburg area-officials, that would be a walk to remember and a dream come true. The well-known line, “If you build it, they will come,” from the 1989 film “Field of Dreams,” for now is aimed at a buyer, most likely a developer or business entity,
Huge Win for CVTC Master Redevelopment Plan - $25 Million Included in the Biennium Budget
(Lynchburg, VA) – On June 1, 2022, both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly delivered the agreed to 2023-2024 Biennium Budget to Governor Glen Youngkin. Included in the budget was the $25 million member request from State Senator Steve Newman (R-Lynchburg) to defease the remaining bonds on the Central Virginia Training Center. "I am pleased that the General Assembly chose to include $25 million in the state budget to fully defease all outstanding bonds at CVTC,” said Senator Newman. “Our local
Amherst County comprehensive plan update breaks down trends
View story at The News & Advance...The most recent update to the Amherst County Comprehensive Plan, a guide for critical land use decisions that will determine growth and development within the county, is nearing the public hearing phase for citizen input. The Amherst County Planning Commission, which makes zoning and land use recommendations to the county’s board of supervisors, recently received a final version of the 400-plus-page document and voted to soon have a public hearing on it, although a
State budget includes $25 million to pay off CVTC bond debt
View story at The News & Advance...With approval of a new Virginia state budget Wednesday, $25 million was included that Lynchburg-area officials eagerly hoped for to benefit future redevelopment of the Central Virginia Training Center site. The state’s biennial fiscal year 2023-24 budget contain a request from Sen. Steve Newman, R-Lynchburg, for the $25 million in state money to defease outstanding bonds associated with CVTC in Madison Heights, which closed in 2020 and is now a prospect for future
Signing Day Event Showcases Success of Career and Technical Education Students
On May 20th, Campbell County Schools celebrated the Class of 2022 graduates who are directly entering the workforce as a result of their education, training, and experience as Career and Technical Education (CTE) students with a Signing Day Event at the Campbell County Technical Center. "No matter your educational track, one thing is certain, it's all about finding a career you love," says Principal Jon Hardie. "Our CTE students have had a chance to explore and develop their unique talents and our CTE
Alliance Participates in 2022 National Economic Development Week
The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance will be observing National Economic Development Week, from May 9th – 13th, 2022 to recognize the positive contributions of member businesses & partnerships, and explain the role of economic development in our community, including the mission of:Partnering with local economic development agencies, or EDAs, providing local data to guide decisions, exploring grants to continue industrial site development, and the creation of new jobs and investments.Advocating for
Watch Now: CVTC blueprint for redevelopment added to Amherst comprehensive plan
View story at The News & Advance...The master plan outlining the hopeful future of the Central Virginia Training Center property in Madison Heights that recently was presented in its entirety to Amherst County officials and the public is now part of the county’s comprehensive plan for growth and development. The Amherst County Planning Commission voted April 21 to include the master plan for the CVTC site, which in 2020 closed as a state-run medical facility on a campus of more than 300 acres near the
Lynchburg-area legislators talk CVTC, workforce, gas prices and more at breakfast
View story at The News & Advance...Four local legislators met Wednesday for the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance's semiannual Politics and Pancakes General Assembly wrap-up breakfast held at the University of Lynchburg. Sen. Steve Newman, Sen. Mark Peake, Del. Kathy Byron and Del. Wendell Walker gathered to discuss the hot topics they worked on during this year’s session. All four are Republicans. Scott Kowalski, chair of the Alliance's government relations committee, led the panel discussion and
Unveiling of the Central Virginia Training Center Master Redevelopment Plan to Amherst County Board of Supervisors
Lynchburg, VA) – Yesterday, Tuesday, April 5, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, the regional chamber of commerce and economic development organization, and HDR, a community planning partner, unveiled the master redevelopment plan for the Central Virginia Training Center (CVTC) site at the Amherst County Board of Supervisors meeting in Amherst, VA. The CVTC Master Redevelopment Plan will be a catalyst for connecting the twin communities of Madison Heights in Amherst County and the City of
Watch Now: Redevelopment plan for CVTC site presented to Amherst County supervisors
View story at The News & Advance...AMHERST — Two years after the last resident of the Central Virginia Training Center was moved from the Madison Heights campus, a plan to redevelop the property was presented Tuesday to the Amherst County Board of Supervisors. The CVTC Master Redevelopment Plan will be a catalyst for connecting the twin communities of Madison Heights and the city of Lynchburg and aims to transform the closed site into a “premier urban core that attracts talent, investment and enhances the
Regional Elected Representatives Gather at Pancakes & Politics Share Thoughts on '22 Leg Session
What: On the morning of April 13, the Lynchburg Regional Alliance will host Pancakes & Politics Legislative Wrap–Up Breakfast presented by the University of Lynchburg. This is the second in a biannual duo of events, both of which give members of the business community and the general public throughout the Lynchburg region the opportunity to hear from their elected representatives as they share their thoughts on the 2022 General Assembly Session and any expected impacts the region may face, followed by an
Alliance to Host Second Annual Inclusion Summit More Than A Moment with Keynote, Dr. Bowtie
(Lynchburg, VA)- On Thursday, March 24, 2022, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance will host its second annual Inclusion Summit presented by Liberty University. The summit will assist attendees in creating action steps for moving towards a more inclusive and equitable work culture. Executive leadership, business resource group members, human resources partners, diversity, equity, & inclusion (DE&I) practitioners, and employers wanting to advance their understanding of topics related to DE&I should
Employer Vaccination and Booster Clinic at the Alliance
Lynchburg, VA)- The Work Healthy Coalition of the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health, will be hosting an Employer Vaccination and Booster Clinic next Friday, March 11, from 8 to 11 a.m. The event is open to Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance members, regional employees, and their families, and the general public. While appointments are preferred, walk-in patients are also welcome. You must be 5 years of age or older in order to receive a vaccine.
SBDC- Lynchburg Region Welcomes Jawansa Hall, New Branding & Marketing Business Advisor
(Lynchburg, VA)- The Small Business Development Center – Lynchburg Region is excited to welcome Jawansa Hall. Jawansa Hall comes to the SBDC with over 16 years of creative experience in design, branding, and marketing. Having worked with some of Lynchburg’s top marketing agencies, Jawansa later established his own creative firm known as Blackwater Branding. His innovative but practical application for building brands and brand identities has gained him awards for Best Marketing Agency, Best Graphic
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance Awarded Grant for Feasibility Study
(Lynchburg, VA)- The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance is proud to announce it has been awarded a Project Support Fund grant by the Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission in the amount of $17,000. The grant was awarded for a feasibility study for a small-scale manufacturing incubator at Virginia Technical Institute (VTI) located in Altavista. VTI is a NCCER certified training facility, and they currently provide training for occupations such as electricians, welders, plumbers, industrial maintenance
RISE Medical Cannabis Dispensary Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
LYNCHBURG, VA- This Thursday, February 3, a new medical cannabis dispensary is opening in Lynchburg. RISE Medical Cannabis Dispensary, located at 1110 Campbell Avenue, will host a ribbon cutting with the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance beginning at 11 a.m. The event will feature remarks from RISE and the Alliance followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony and a quick photo session. Afterwards, RISE will host tours of the facility from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. This is the only time anyone will be allowed to
Region Weighs in on the 7th Annual ODU State of the Commonwealth Report
(Lynchburg, VA) - Yesterday, January 24, Old Dominion University released their seventh annual State of the Commonwealth Report. The report provides an overview of economic health for the Commonwealth as a whole and the metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) that make up its bulk, including the Lynchburg MSA, which includes the City of Lynchburg, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell Counties, and the Towns of Altavista, Appomattox, Bedford, Brookneal, and the Village of Rustburg. The report provides a
Alliance Welcomes New Director of Government Relations-Barry Butler
(Lynchburg, VA)- The Alliance is pleased to announce the hiring of Barry Butler as Director of Government Relations. Barry Butler comes to the Alliance with over 20 years of political, legislative and lobbying experience, having worked on over 15 congressional, state legislative, and national campaigns in Virginia, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Florida, and elsewhere across the United States. Additionally, Barry has represented numerous nonprofit organizations within the private sector, including serving as
Mizumi Japanese Bistro Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
LYNCHBURG, VA- This Saturday, January 8th, a new restaurant is celebrating its grand opening in Downtown Lynchburg. Mizumi Japanese Bistro and Moon Tea, located at 1125 Main Street, will host a ribbon-cutting with the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance beginning at 11 a.m. The event will feature remarks from Mizumi and the Alliance beginning at 11:15 a.m. followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a photo session.Anyone is welcome to attend the ribbon-cutting and help celebrate this new addition to our
Alliance & Liberty University to Host Biennial Pancakes & Politics
LYNCHBURG, VA- The annual Pancakes & Politics Legislative Outlook Breakfast, hosted by Liberty University’s Center for Law and Government, will take place from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, December 7, 2021,at the university’s Hancock Welcome Center.At this event, guests will have the opportunity to hear from elected legislators representing the Lynchburg region at the state level regarding how the 2022 General Legislative Session will have an impact on the region’s businesses and community.
Level Up Summit Awards Excelling Young Professionals
LYNCHBURG, VA- The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance and Young Professionals of Central Virginia hosted its third annual Level Up Young Professionals Summit on Tuesday, November 16 on the campus of the University of Lynchburg. At the event, five outstanding young professionals were recognized for their professional and personal accomplishments. Each award winner was nominated by a peer and reviewed by Young Professional of Central Virginia Executive Committee members and staff. The 2021 class is as
Alliance Achieves Highest Accreditation, Fourth Consecutive Time
LYNCHBURG, VA- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce awarded the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance with its designation of “Accredited with 5 Stars,” the highest level of accreditation possible in the chamber industry. This is the fourth consecutive time the Alliance achieved the highest level of accreditation, validating the organization’s longstanding commitment to excellence on behalf of regional businesses and economic development and implementation of sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and
Alliance to Host 7th Annual Economic Summit Darin Mellott of CBRE to give keynote address on 2022 ec
LYNCHBURG, VA- The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance will host the 7th Annual Economic Summit, sponsored by BWX Technologies, the premier business and economic event of the year, on the morning of Friday, December 10, from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Alliance headquarters. The event will feature expert speaker, Darin Mellott, on our region and nation’s economic health and vitality as well as an economic outlook for 2022. Mr. Darin Mellott, the Americas Director of Research at CBRE, a Dallas-based company
Alliance To Welcome Five Distinguished Business Leaders into the Business Hall of Fame
LYNCHBURG, VA- The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance is pleased to announce five new inductees into the 2021 Business Hall of Fame. Launched in 2018, the Business Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have substantially impacted our community across the Lynchburg region through a lifetime of business excellence, service, and personal achievement. These business professionals are recognizable as industry leaders, remarkable local innovators, and trail blazers and were selected from a pool of excellent
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
