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Announcing the Opening of The Allure: Maintenance-Free Townhomes with Resort-Style Amenities
RUSTBURG, VA (March 17th, 2026) – Ryan Homes is pleased to announce that construction is officially underway at The Allure. Sales have now begun for this highly anticipated collection of new townhomes in Campbell County. A New Chapter for The Allure This new phase will introduce 60 thoughtfully designed townhomes, combining quality craftsmanship with a central location just minutes to Liberty University, shopping, dining, and key commuter routes. As Ryan Homes brings its first single‑family townhome
H&P to Assist Another Virginia Small Town with Flood Preparedness
The Town of Wytheville has experienced multiple significant flooding events since 2018, with documented damage to commercial and residential properties WYTHEVILLE, VA – 3/30/2026 – H&P (Hurt & Proffitt), with offices in Wytheville and across Virginia, has been selected to conduct a comprehensive townwide drainage study for the Town of Wytheville – funded through a $450,000 award from the Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund, with a $50,000 local match bringing the total project investment to
Comcast Business Launches Total Solutions Advantage: Simplified, All-In Plans for Small Businesses S
New plans combine connectivity and cybersecurity into a low monthly price with built-in protection and price lock options PHILADELPHIA – March 30, 2026 – Comcast Business, the nation’s largest provider of connectivity to small businesses, supported by the nation’s largest fiber-powered network, today announced Total Solutions Advantage – a new suite of simplified, all-in-one technology plans that combine high-speed connectivity and built-in cybersecurity into a predictable monthly price. Designed for small
Lynchburg Regional Airport Unveils New Website Showcasing Expanded Flights
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg Regional Airport is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering a fresh, modern look that reflects the airport’s continued growth and commitment to serving the community. The updated site,flylyh.com, showcases current flights offered through American Airlines to Charlotte, NC and new flight options through United Express Airlines to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) starting March 24, 2026. It
ohDEER of Central Virginia Wins 2026 Franchise of the Year
ohDEER of Central Virginia Wins 2026 Franchise of the Year! ohDEER is a pest and wildlife control service that specializes in all-natural mosquito, tick, deer, and rabbit repellent treatments for residential outdoor spaces. Their plant-based sprays and granular treatments are designed to be safe for people, pets, and the environment — no need to even go indoors during application. The company also offers a respray guarantee, promising a free follow-up treatment if customers continue seeing pests within
Salvation Army Warming Center Open 24/7 Beginning Friday Evening; City of Lynchburg Encourages Resid
LYNCHBURG, Va. – The City of Lynchburg is anticipating a winter storm beginning Saturday afternoon, January 24 and continuing through Sunday, January 25. Heavy snow and sleet accumulations between six and 12 inches are expected, making travel very difficult to impossible. Extreme cold temperatures are expected to take hold Saturday and continue into next week, which will likely prolong the impact of the storm. The Salvation Army, 2215 Park Avenue, is operating a low-barrier warming center for unsheltered
Comcast’s Xfinity Launches National Video Plans; The Best Entertainment Experience for One Simple Price
Plans Now Include Access to Xfinity’s World-Class Viewing Experience with 4K, Multiview and Other Innovative Features at No Extra Cost Customers Who Take Xfinity TV with Internet and Mobile Can Save Over $70 Per Month Compared to Competitors Philadelphia, PA – December 10, 2025 – Xfinity today announced the launch of new national video plans with all-in pricing, designed to deliver simplicity, transparency, and unbeatable value for customers. Available to new and existing customers, all packages come
Comcast Business Releases 2025 Cybersecurity Threat Report: 34.6 Billion Reasons Businesses Must Get
Comcast Businesstoday released its 2025 Cybersecurity Threat Report, a comprehensive analysis of 34.6 billion cybersecurity events detected between June 1, 2024 and May 31, 2025. Now in its third year, the report offers business leaders a unique perspective into the evolving threat landscape and provides actionable insights to help organizations strengthen their defenses and align cybersecurity with business risk. As cyberattacks grow in volume, velocity, and sophistication, the report delivers a clear
BWXT Names Rik Geiersbach Chief Strategy Officer
(LYNCHBURG, Va. – Sept. 8, 2025) BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today that Rik Geiersbach has been named chief strategy officer, reporting directly to Rex Geveden, president and chief executive officer. Geiersbach most recently served as vice president of strategy and corporate development at The Boeing Company. “As chief strategy officer, Rik will lead the development, execution and integration of BWXT’s enterprise strategy and merger and acquisition initiatives,” said Geveden. “His deep
Alliance Events Director Earns Certified Corporate Event Planner Designation
Lynchburg, VA – September 3, 2025 – The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance is proud to announce that Director of Events, Mercedies Ramstead, has successfully earned her Certified Corporate Event Planner (CEP) designation through Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) and Lovegevity.The CEP certification is a nationally recognized credential that equips professionals with the skills to plan, design, and execute a wide range of corporate events, from large conferences and training sessions to
Leadership Lynchburg’s SHE WEEK Recognized with 2025 Excellence in Innovation Award
Bold thinking. Responsive design. Meaningful community impact.Leadership Lynchburg exemplified all three, and more, as the recipient of the 2025 ALP Excellence in Innovation Award, presented at this year’s National Conference in Fort Worth, Texas.This annual award honors a community leadership program that demonstrates creative and impactful approaches to leadership development. Leadership Lynchburg was recognized for its groundbreaking SHE Week initiative and its transformative use of reverse mentoring
Heath Barret Earns Elite Recognition
HEATH BARRET EARNS ELITE CERTIFICATIONBarret part of 2025 Certified Chamber Executive class — the largest in the program’s history ALEXANDRIA, Va. — July 23, 2025 — Heath Barret, Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance Vice President of Membership Development, has been designated a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Virginia, that has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic
BWXT Announces $2.6 billion in Contracts for Naval Nuclear Reactor Components
(LYNCHBURG, Va. – July 17, 2025) BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today the award of U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program contracts totaling approximately $2.6 billion, including future year options, for manufacturing naval nuclear reactor components. The contracts primarily support Virginia and Columbia-class submarines as well as some work for certain Ford-class aircraft carrier components. Products contracted with these awards will be delivered during the next six to eight years. “The
