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Hollins Mill Park Provides Outdoor Fun for Families Across the Lynchburg Region
Hollins Mill Park Provides Outdoor Fun for Families Across the Lynchburg Region James Black Located a short drive away from downtown Lynchburg, Hollins Mill Park is one of the finest destinations for outdoor recreation offered by Lynchburg Parks and Recreation for residents and visitors to the Lynchburg region. The popular park provides access to Blackwater Creek and numerous biking…
Read MoreVirginia Amateur Sports Inspires Wellness Through Athletic Competition Across Lynchburg Region
Copyright 2020 Virginia Amateur Sports Virginia Amateur Sports Inspires Wellness Through Athletic Competition Across Lynchburg Region James Black In 1989, the Governor’s Commission on Sports and Physical Fitness passed an endorsement that Virginia Amateur Sports (VAS) would serve as the official organization to hold the state games of Virginia. VAS is a nonprofit organization based in Roanoke,…
Read MoreMember Monday: Papa John’s Pizza
Member Monday: Papa John’s Pizza James Black Attention all pizza lovers! Papa John’s Pizza is looking to hire new restaurant team members, drivers, shift leaders, AGMs, and GMs. Team members start out at $10.25 per hour and can earn a raise to $10.50 per hour after eight weeks if they learn basic station tasks, with…
Read MoreHigh Graduation Rates Provide Economic Boost to the Lynchburg Region and Across the Nation
Copyright 2019 Liberty University High Graduation Rates Provide Economic Boost to the Lynchburg Region and Across the Nation James Black The Lynchburg region is a center of excellence for higher education not only in VA but across the nation. With eight colleges and universities located in the Lynchburg region, including Central Virginia Community College, Liberty…
Read MoreLynchburg Beacon of Hope Seeks to Build Brighter Tomorrow for the Next Generation
Lynchburg Beacon of Hope Seeks to Build Brighter Tomorrow for the Next Generation James Black Through working with Lynchburg City Schools, Lynchburg Beacon of Hope’s mission is to ensure all students in the Lynchburg City Public School system have the tools and resources they need to pursue a post-secondary education. Beacon of Hope strives to…
Read MoreMember Monday: Heritage Green Assisted Living Communities
Member Monday: Heritage Green Assisted Living Communities James Black Are you in need of assisted living that will help you live your best life? Heritage Green Assisted Living Communities may be right for you! Our friendly, caring staff is trained to assist with and provide all activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, restorative…
Read MoreVDOT Provides Reliable Transportation Network That Strengthens the Region
VDOT Provides Reliable Transportation Network That Strengthens the Region John Putney The Director of Government Relations for LRBA staffs the Lynchburg Regional Transportation Advocacy Group (LRTAG), a subsidiary/affiliate entity of the Alliance that represents the area’s major employers and other industries to promote our region’s transportation network.  Alliance members specifically and greater Lynchburg region residents…
Read MoreHoliday Lake 4-H Educational Center Enriches Lynchburg Region Through Outdoor Education
Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center Enriches Lynchburg Region Through Outdoor Education James Black Since 1940, the Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center has served youth and adults of the Lynchburg region. The educational center serves as a camp in the summer, providing education in outdoor living for over 2,000 youth and adults from 17 counties and…
Read MoreMember Monday: Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA
Member Monday: Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA Ryan Weaks Today’s Member Monday is Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA! The famed Blue Ridge Parkway is right outside your doorway at this KOA. Scenic hikes, waterfalls, caverns and historic sites lie within an easy drive down one of America’s most picturesque roads, which winds along…
Read MoreSparking the Talent Pipeline
Sparking the Talent Pipeline Jamie Glass The Lynchburg region has the second highest location quotient and employment levels in plate work manufacturing in the nation as well as high concentrations in power boiler and heat exchange manufacturing, iron foundries, fabricated structural metal manufacturing, and conveyor systems manufacturing. These industries demand a variety of talent, but…
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