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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,
Gentry Locke Attorney Emily S. Mordecai Named to Virginia Business’ Inaugural Statewide 40 Under 40
The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that Emily S. Mordecaihas been recognized as one of Virginia Business’ inaugural statewide Forty Under 40 honorees. Honorees were selected by the editorial team of Virginia Business based on their professional accomplishments, community service and commitment to inspiring change. The honorees will be recognized on May 12th at a celebration at the Westin in Richmond, Virginia. A list of all the winners can be found here. “Emily is a standout
PJM selects regional transmission projects to be jointly developed
PJM selects regional transmission projects to be jointly developed by American Electric Power, Dominion Energy, FirstEnergyCompanies will jointly develop transmission projects in West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland to reliably serve the region’s growing power demandNeeded transmission reliability investments will also increase the grid’s resiliency and capacity to support new generationProjects are in the early stages of development, with more detailed plans for permitting, regulatory approvals and public
Noteworthy Music Challenge: A Chance for Local Artists to Shine and Record Their Music
Three Roads Brewing Company 1300 Court Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504 * 312 W Third Street, Farmville, VA 23901 Ballad Brewing Company 600 Craghead Street, Danville, VA 24541 Noteworthy Music Challenge: A Chance for Local Artists to Shine and Record Their Music Lynchburg, VA Calling all musicians, aspiring artists, and vocalists - whether you’re a seasoned performer or just someone who loves to sing in the shower, this is your moment to step into the spotlight! Three Roads Brewing (Lynchburg & Farmville,
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
