United Way of Central Virginia to Host Hill City Slide in Downtown Lynchburg in One Month
In one month's time, United Way of Central Virginia (UWCV) will be having their annualHill City Slide event. The event will take place on August 22nd through 24th. UWCV,partnered with the company Urban Slide, will transform Church Street between 12thStreet and Washington Street into a 700 foot water slide where participants will ridedown on inner tubes. Ticket holders will have a 2 hour time slot where they can slide asmany times as they wish. All proceeds from this event will go towards the mission ofUWCV
Exclusive Partnership Opportunity for Lynchburg Businesses
Dear Members of the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, We are excited to extend a special offer to fellow local businesses who are committed to supporting the well-being and confidence of their employees. Our team at Forest Wellness MD would love to partner with your company to offer 20% off all aesthetics services for your employees. This exclusive discount is a simple way to show appreciation to your team and encourage self-care and wellness. Additionally, for business owners and managers, we’re
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
LYH250 Book Launch — A Good and Pleasant Company
Asheigh Meyer / LYH250 Chairman email:Ashleigh@gravegarden.orgWebsite:www.gravegarden.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASELYH250 Book Launch — A Good and Pleasant Company **Celebrating 250 Years of Central Virginia’s Remarkable LivesLynchburg, VA — July 15, 2024 — As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, the City of Lynchburg has launched its own commemorative efforts. Just as it did in 1976, the City Council has appointed a
REMINDER - Community Info Meeting Scheduled Re: Breezewood Drive Improvement Project (July 17)
REMINDER - On Thursday, July 17, between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., the City of Lynchburg will host a Community Information Meeting for citizens to learn about the upcoming Breezewood Drive Improvement Project. The meeting will take place at Heritage Baptist Church, 219 Breezewood Drive. The project aims to increase usability and improve safety for vehicle and pedestrian traffic on and along a 3,000-foot section of Breezewood Drive, located off of US 221 near the western limits of the city. Improvements
Visitor Center and Lynchburg Museum Announce Change in Operating Hours
LYNCHBURG, Va. - Due to budgetary reductions, the operating hours for the Lynchburg Visitor Center and the Lynchburg Museum, located at 901 Court Street, will shift to a new schedule effective Monday, July 7. The Visitor Center and Lynchburg Museum will be open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Sunday, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (always with free admission) and closed Monday and Tuesday. The Visitor Center serves as a key resource for visitors and residents seeking information on local
Lynchburg Hillcats stadium to undergo $5.3 million renovation
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg Hillcats stadium is set for a significant transformation during the team's offseason, with the city allocating $5.3 million for upgrades. The Hillcats have been under new ownership since last year. Now the team is collaborating with the city to enhance the fan experience. Matthew Ramstead, the General Manager of the Lynchburg Hillcats, said, "He signed a 15-year lease, which is a major commitment for him, and so they are working great together on giving Lynchburg a
Celebrate our 5th Annual Fireworks on the Riverfront in Downtown Lynchburg Saturday, July 5
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECelebrate our 5th Annual Fireworks on the Riverfront in Downtown LynchburgSaturday, July 5 | Riverfront Park | Music at 6PM | Fireworks at 9PMLynchburg, VA – June 30, 2025 — Downtown Lynchburg Association is proud to announce the return of Fireworks on the Riverfront, taking place on Saturday, July 5, at Riverfront Park. Now in its fifth year, this FREE community event has become a beloved summer tradition, drawing thousands to the heart of downtown for an evening of music, food, and
ABC 13 - WSET Welcomes New Evening Anchor to Team Pat Simon to Join Station on June 30
ABC 13 - WSET Welcomes New Evening Anchor to TeamPat Simon to Join Station on June 30 LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) – ABC 13 – WSET is excited to announce Pat Simon has joined as the station’s new evening anchor. He will join the team on air on June 30.Simon is a Louisiana native and has been a broadcast journalist for more than three decades. He started in the late 90’s when he joined the CBS affiliate in Baton Rouge as a morning anchor. He covered politics and major stories like the aftermath of Hurricane
BWXT Announces Leadership Changes
(LYNCHBURG, Va. – June 16, 2025) BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today the appointment of Kevin M. McCoy as the company’s chief nuclear officer. In this role, McCoy will support the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy to accelerate the pace of Columbia and Virginia Class submarine production programs for the U.S. Navy. Since 2022, McCoy has served as president of BWXT’s Government Operations segment where he was responsible for overseeing BWXT’s Nuclear Operations and Technical
Rockit Creative Solutions & 828 Web Design Form a Marketing Consortium located in Forest, Virginia,
Forest, VA— 5/11/22 —Rockit Creative Solutions & 828 Web Design Form a Marketing Consortium located in Forest, Virginia Rockit Creative Solutions is pleased to announce its partnership with 828 Web Design. The companies have built a strong working relationship based on shared philosophies, values, and a commitment to client success that is hard to find. In a world of boutique and singular discipline marketing firms, this partnership offers a deepened bench comprised of Rockit’s creative/visual focus and
Daly Seven Investing $19 Million in Campbell County Hotel Development
Daly Seven, Inc., a leading hotel developer and operator in the Southeast, has committed to a $19 million investment in the development of a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites and an adjacent 1.75 pad-ready restaurant outparcel along the Wards Road corridor in Campbell County, Virginia. The 113-room hotel and restaurant will complement the surrounding commercial district near Lynchburg Regional Airport, joining the existing Hampton Inn & Suites Lynchburg, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lynchburg,
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
