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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
CVACL Announces “Navigating Dementia: Empowerment and Connection” Workshop
Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living Announces “Navigating Dementia: Empowerment and Connection” Workshop, Funded by Genworth Foundation Lynchburg, Virginia, March 26, 2025 — Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc. (CVACL) is excited to announce the launch of its new six-week workshop, Navigating Dementia: Empowerment and Connection, designed for individuals in the early stages of dementia and their caregivers, providing participants with knowledge, resources, and emotional support
QDOBA Mexican Eats® To Open Newest Restaurant Location in Lynchburg
Leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant to bring signature flavors, everyday value and approximately 30 jobs to local area Lynchburg, VA-—QDOBA, a leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant named by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards as the nation’s “Best Fast Casual Restaurant” for six years running, announced today that the company will open its newest location in Lynchburg on April 7th with a grand opening celebration on April 21st. Known for its freshly prepared burritos, bowls, and always free
AMG, Inc. Acquires L&R Precision Tooling and Manufacturing
AMG, Inc., a precision machining and fabrication company with over 47 years in business, recently acquired L&R Precision Tooling and Manufacturing. Their full team of over 140 employees along with their expanded footprint will ensure robust quality systems that expand service offerings and maintain the same level of service excellence that AMG customers are accustomed to. Both located in the Lynchburg area, the two businesses have more than just their location in common. “We saw the opportunity to acquire
Downtown YMCA Family Pool Reopens After Major Renovations
The Downtown YMCA is excited to announce the grand reopening of its newly renovated Family Pool and revitalized Competition Pool on Thursday, March 13, 2025. This milestone is part of Phase 1 of the Downtown YMCA Capital Campaign, an initiative aimed at enhancing and modernizing the facility as it transforms into the Schewel-Clark Family YMCA. As part of the renovations, the hot tub has been relocated to the Family Pool area, a feature many modern aquatic centers are adopting to create a more inclusive
Freedom First Opens New Branch on Timberlake Road in Lynchburg
Freedom First Credit Union is excited to announce the opening of our newest branch at 7815 Timberlake Rd in Lynchburg. This new branch is our second in the Lynchburg Region and the 14th location in our growing network, that also serves the Roanoke Valley and New River Valley. The addition of this new branch reinforces our commitment to providing local banking services and personalized financial solutions to the community. “We’re thrilled to open our new Timberlake Road location,” said Paul Phillips,
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
